1996 Ford F150 review from North America
"Tough as nails, best truck vehicle I've owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The oil pan had to be replaced at 146,000 km, because it had rusted out. This was very unexpected.
The transmission began to leak fluid at 200,000 km, and had to be topped up regularaily, but eventually I fixed it.
The radiator started to leak at 205,000 km, and had to be replaced.
The brake pads on this truck, no matter which brand of brake pad I purchase, seem to wear out very quickly.
The knob for the fan speed is not in sync with the speed of the fan.
The check engine light has been on since I purchased this truck.
General comments?
The problems I have had with this truck have been very few and far between.
The brake pad thing is probably attributed to my driving style.
This is easily the best vehicle I have ever owned. It's tough, it can tow, it can handle a load, and overall it is solid as a rock.
The only thing I do not like about it is the steering is poor, as one must steer with both hands moving back and forth in order to stay straight.
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| Dependable, long-lasting, gas-guzzling dog |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 125000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 246000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Buick LeSabre |
| Date of Entry | 11th April, 2003 |