1989 Ford Bronco II XL review from North America
"Has been a great father &son project."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel pump & tank.
Complete rear brake job, including rebuilding of wheel cylinders.
Rear shock absorbers.
Passenger side engine freeze plug.
Engine started to have valve train rattle at 161,000 miles, also had engine knock at same time. Engine replace with a used 2.9 engine.
All new tires.
General comments?
The Bronco II sat for almost 2 years in a guys driveway at the time of purchase..
At the time of purchase we charged the battery, inflated the flat tires and drove her home..
The engine died, due to lack of maintenance by the previous owner.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 159000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 162000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F150 |
| Date of Entry | 26th September, 2004 |