1989 Ford Bronco II XLT review from North America
"This vehicle is junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The head gasket blew at 60,000 miles - $500.00 to fix.
The oil pump went out at 72,000 miles.
Crankshaft had to be replaced - $1300.00.
The cylinder head cracked at 80,000 miles - $600.00 to fix.
The oil pump went out at 88,000 miles - 900.00 to repair (the engine must be pulled).
The camshaft bearings went out and the motor started knocking badly. Replaced the engine with a rebuilt one. 3300.00 to replace.
General comments?
The oil and filters were changed every 3000 miles and the vehicle was maintained properly. My mechanic says the 2.9L engines are junk. I can't afford to buy new vehicle or I would junk this heap!!
The only positive thing I will say is it is comfortable and is easy to drive.
If you have over 50000 miles on one you are driving a time bomb.
I will go back Japanese (Nissan) as my 200SX had over 175000 miles and the valve covers were never pulled on it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95500 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 200SX |
| Date of Entry | 23rd June, 2001 |