1975 IHC Half Ton 200 review from North America
"Every manufacturer should build to IHC's specifications"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It's totally rusted out. (but if I lived in TX or CA, it would be perfect)
The bedsides flap in the wind like flags. (from the rust)
The driver-side gas tank hose leaks between the cap and the tank. (30 year old rubber?)
General comments?
Fires up like new, every time.
Massive towing power. I can't find anything big enough to bog it down (which is good).
Traded in my 1998 Ford Ranger because I heard that IHCs are more reliable. Yes, they are. I lost the convenience of flipping a switch to get into 4WD, but I gained the reliability of manual hubs.
Drinks gas like college kids drink beer. Averaging about 10-12 MPG.
Bounces and shakes down the highway when the bed is empty. When loaded it's smooth.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1975 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 345 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 72000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2005 |