1988 Ford Bronco II review from North America
"I LOVE my Bronco II, but the amount of problems I've had with it are near unbearable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I've had to replace the clutch/transmission six (6) times. The first was only 8 months after I bought it.
I've had to put new rotors on the wheels.
I've had a new exhaust system installed.
I've had to have the steering wheel and driver seat replaced.
The side mirrors had to be replaced.
4 wheel drive never worked properly, it would always disengage.
The latest problem - head gasket blew.
General comments?
As many problems as I've had with this dang car, I LOVE IT. I've heard that the transmission in Bronco II's are not too reliable, but I think the amount of problems I had with mine rooted form the dealer.
I'm really sad to see my Bronco go, I've taken it everywhere and it has never left me in a pinch.
It's last hurah was my honeymoon - 2500 mile road trip down the east coast. Got us home safely, then decided it would blow a head gasket.
It has great power, I've taken it on the beach, in the mountains, and even lots of highway driving. It handles great in the snow and rain.
If I were rich and could put another engine in this boy to keep him running, I surely would.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 214000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 25th June, 2003 |