1994 Ford Ranger review from North America
"Never owned a more reliable truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I don't know where to begin with electrical problems...
You turn on the high beams, the headlights cut out completely.
The dome light shorts itself out and burns up every bulb I put in it.
No dash lights whatsoever, although I have the idea that might just be burnt out bulbs.
My horn does not work, although the fuse is just fine.
The door ajar light is forever on, and the check gauge light flickers on and off at it's own convenience.
General comments?
Very dependable, not once has it ever failed me. Considering the high mileage, this truck is in amazing mechanical shape.
The only cost of running that I have is an oil change every 5000 kilometers.
Structurally a strong truck, I cut the roof off and made it a convertible, everything is holding up great, and the dome light is no longer an issue!
One big complaint is power, I have to down shift just to keep speed on the slightest hill. Put any weight in it and just forget about the hills. 4 cylinder defintely too small for the truck.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 210000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 236000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 3rd October, 2005 |