1991 Ford F150 Custom review from North America

Went through three batteries in a five-month period due to a short that I was never able to pin down.

Replaced the alternator, due to the above problem.

The fuel pump selector switch blew out, and one of the connectors was obsolete.

The neck for the upper radiator hose ripped off; a stupid misuse of plastic.

The air-conditioner and the fuel pump for the front tank never worked. I never had sufficient funds to fix either problem, so I just lived with them.

The rear fuel tank had a bad float, resulting in a bobbing fuel gauge.

It idled rough when cold, most likely due to a bad gasket in the fuel-injection system. I bought the gasket, but never replaced it.

The engine did not return the fuel economy that some claimed it would -- that was not due to my driving style.

I bought this truck to replace my rock-solid-reliable 1992 Toyota pickup, which had been totaled.

This truck drove like a truck should -- very fun to drive! It could also be shifted into fifth gear at 35 MPH without lugging. The inline-six was a great engine, and the transmission was bulletproof.

Having the rubber floor-mat and no headliner was nice, but the Bronco captain's chairs installed by a previous owner were a pain (the driving position was uncomfortably offset).

Had to get rid of this one after I lost my job and could no longer afford to keep it.

I should have done a more thorough inspection on this truck before I purchased it, and been a little more on-top of the maintenance. I might well consider another Ford truck, but will definitely inspect my next vehicle more carefully before buying it.