1999 Ford Explorer Sport review from North America
"I wish I still had it today!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The clutch started squealing at less than 1000 miles, but that is probably because I learned how to drive manual shift on this vehicle. All of this was replaced under warranty. No problems since then.
The rear window wiper never did work efficiently. When it did work, the wiper never fully contacted all of the window. Then it got to the point that it just didn't work at all. I got it fixed once, but it just started doing the same thing again... so I figured who needs it anyway!
I needed to change the tires because of the Firestone recall. I initially paid for the new tires, but Ford reimbursed me for them later.
A tail light went out. I replaced it at minimal cost ($5 maybe).
General comments?
This vehicle served me well. I drove it from Florida to Minnesota and back, Florida to California and back, and from Florida to Pennsylvania. Great ride, and reliable. This car took care of me up until the time it was totaled when I hit black ice on a bridge. I miss it dearly.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 30 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 19th December, 2003 |