1999 Ford Explorer LXS review from North America
"My daughters and I love the look and ride!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had this vehicle for 5 months and it has a few problems. The vehicle wouldn't start several times so the alternator was replaced. Still having problems with it not starting. The doors in the rear won't open all the time and now one is broken. The gauge for rotations per minute constantly go up and down when starting vehicle. There is a strange noise when starting vehicle? Doesn't happen all the time however.
General comments?
Nice looking vehicle, but unsure if I will be happy long term with it. Just went on my first long road trip and it performed well despite problems I have been having with the doors and hard starts. I need to spend some time and money on a few repairs and maintenance and hopefully resolve problems. I find that the vehicle is a water sponge. Every time it rains I find water around the inside of the doors. Have to wipe them down. Starting to rust there.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 litre Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 169000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 171000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Aerostar |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2005 |