1994 Ford Ranger XLT Supercab review from North America
"Love my ranger-don't want a new one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My dad died in January, but I know the front wheel bearing (s) went out, taking the rotor (s) with.
The key ignition was replaced probably around 100,000.
The driver's door electric window motor was replaced, but has since broken again.
Both electric windows rub when they go up and down causing the windows to look fogged up when in reality they are scratched.
Seat belts get caught in doors on a regular basis, though not all the time.
Seats 5 kids uncomfortably (including 2 flip down seats in extra cab) Good thing it's not a stick shift. Center front seat belt difficult to find and use. Roomy enough cab for a small adult, big guys think it's too cramped.
Headliner leaks during severe weather-you can see the stains on it.
Rear wheel drive makes muddy dirt roads difficult to drive on, sometimes impossible.
My dad had said two years ago that the transmission was going out. So far, just normal service for it-no rebuilds!
Gas mileage has been as good as 235 miles on a tank, but 20 miles to a gallon seems about right.
General comments?
Since I've inherited this truck it's been 'my baby' and reminds me of my dad every day, and because of the way he cared for it, it's never let me down.
It has great "get up and go" and fits a full size quad ATVperfectly in the bed.
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![]() ![]() | Tough truck overall, but with a few weak spots |
![]() ![]() | Low performance, high reliability |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0L 6 cylinder. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 51469 miles |
| Most recent distance | 142359 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 5th November, 2005 |

