1986 Ford Bronco II XLT review from North America
"I wish they still made this truck!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cracked a head.
Water pump shaft leaked.
Front and rear drive shaft U-Joints seized.
Valve covers leak.
Rear spring and shackle bushings loose.
Is rusting like there is no tomorrow, replaced the drivers side floor (completely gone!)
General comments?
It's a great little truck. Solidly built and handles quite well.
It's not the fastest for the highway (geared low), but works wonders off-roads. It will go where no others will.
When I retire it from the road it's going up to my hunting lodge permanently as an off-road truck.
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| The ugly duckling. It may be rusty, but it runs better than most newer cars |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 200000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Ciera |
| Date of Entry | 17th May, 2002 |