1990 Ford Bronco II XL review from North America
"An excellent original SUV"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes started to shimmy, and were replaced at 139000.
Nothing else.
General comments?
These are the one of the best of the original SUV's as I see it.
They are built well. They drive great. They turn on a dime. Not the most powerful, or fast SUV out there, but has enough go when you need it.
For a 14 year old vehicle, it's holding together great. I have always liked the 89-90 Bronco 2. I stress the 89-90, because I never liked the interior or exterior styling of the 84-88.
This mini SUV by far blows away the rival Chevy S10 Blazer. I owned one 1991 S10 blazer, and I never will again. The B2 is far better built, and the quality is excellent. I have heard a lot of bad things about the 2.9 motor, but this one is quiet, and runs great.
I think Ford had a great truck, and I don't know why they didn't keep building them. The Explorer was a poor excuse to relieve the Bronco 2 of it's existence.
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| 1989 - Bronco II Eddie Bauer 2.9L V6 No hotrodding the car unless it's rebuilt for it |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9L Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 139000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 141000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler LeBaron |
| Date of Entry | 18th June, 2004 |