1994 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"One very cost effective value for my dollar"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced ball joints at 160,000 miles because one was slightly worn. I replaced the universal joints in the front 4WD drive shafts even though they were not worn, but stiff from lack of use.
Second gear went out in the transmission at 175,000 after pulling a travel trailer most of it's life. It was worth getting rebuilt.
The gas tank sending unit/fuel pump tubing rotted out at the gas tank, causing a leak at 179,000.
Cat converter shields finally fell off after rattling for quite a while (whew).
Rear passenger door lock doesn't always work automatically (just lately).
Michigan salt finally started to work on the rocker panels toward the rear wheel wells; hidden by the plastic flair, but due for a fix before winter.
General comments?
Still on original exhaust system (wow, and it's still solid.
Original front brake rotors still in spec. and true.
All steering linkage and general front-end is still tight. It rides and handles very nicely.
This vehicle still looks like it is only a year old, with great paint and interior fabric.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 32000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 180500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco II |
| Date of Entry | 26th July, 2004 |