1997 Ford F150 XLT Shortbed Regular Cab review from North America
"A farm girl's dream"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There was a recall on the radiator. I didn't find this out until I noticed that I was leaking engine coolant.
I had to have both of my front wheel bearings replaced at 60,000 miles.
A front end alignment was absolutely necessary by 73,000 miles.
My anti-lock braking system doesn't work unless I'm traveling faster than 50 miles per hour. Upon three trips to the service department, they still look at me like I imagine it. But when I almost plowed into a new Jaguar at only 30 miles per hour, I knew something was wrong.
Ignition coil was replaced at 70,000.
General comments?
My truck is my baby. However, its only a 4x2 and I desperately need a 4x4. It doesn't handle well at all when the roads start to get slick. Its too light for all the power she has.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2L V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 18500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Duster |
| Date of Entry | 17th August, 2002 |