1999 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer review from North America

Squeak from the dashboard - a parcel shelf rubs against the surrounding panel. Had it worked on a few times; can't seem to get rid of it.

We got this truck because we wanted a newer vehicle and we were downsizing from a '92 Suburban. The results are mixed.

The Ford has *significantly* less interior passenger and luggage space, compared to the Suburban. The luggage space behind the third row seat is very limited, and the third row seat is most uncomfortable. If you're shopping for an Expedition and haven't compared it with a Suburban, be sure and do so.

While the Ford is more than a foot shorter than the Suburban, it's really not that much easier to maneuver in tight parking spots.

It's been a great truck, really. Looks nice, comfortable, it's been reliable so far. But for the same gas mileage, I could have just bought a newer model Suburban. I'm not really disappointed with the Ford; I just think it's a step down from the Chevy.

One thing for sure: handling is much nicer than the Chevy. Almost no body roll, tight cornering -- it's almost a sports car by comparison.

Our truck is a 4x4. It's simply the finest, most stable vehicle I've ever driven in snow. Sits on the road like a rock, even in several inches of snow. Can't be beat on that score.