1989 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"I like Ford Rangers, but this one has been a bad one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The automatic transmission would not shift until 4,000 RPM's, and then started slipping real bad.
Radiator started leaking along the side.
Right front brake line started leaking were rubber meets metal.
Air conditioning sprung a leak and now will not hold any pressure in the system.
Plastic around seat-belts has cracked and made sharp edges.
General comments?
Interior is very clean and worn well for the age of the truck. Dash is still in one piece with no cracks. No rips in the seats or carpet. Headliner still in place with no rips.
Body still in great condition with no rust.
2.9L provides okay power, but sucks gas as bad as an F150 V-8.
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| A big truck in a little truck body |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 16th February, 2005 |