1978 Ford Bronco ranger xlt review from North America
"The best truck on the planet"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electrical system shorted out, but it was an easy fix.
Transmission leaks if the truck sits for a long period of time.But as long as you drive it, it will stay full and not leak.
General comments?
Still has the original engine and transmission and it has never been rebuilt.
Best car or truck I have owned and will keep it as long as possible.
It is a beast off road and always gets you home. I have driven it from Arizona to Illinois 5 times and it never breaks down or over heats. I have 2 new cars and they both can't keep up with my bronco. They have both needed engine rebuilds and transmission rebuilds while the bronco is still on the original engine and transmission.
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| This is your gas-hogging dream car |
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| They sure don't build them like this any more |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1978 |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 400 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 275000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 450000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda Protege |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2005 |