1997 Ford F150 review from North America
"Ford has lost me as a customer due mostly to this truck, Do not buy one or you will regret it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The harmonic balancer broke some bolt or something.
Radiator leaks or something, but I cannot find where.
Check engine light comes on all the time.
Rear differential broke gears.
Seams on doors split and wind and water come in.
Back window leaks badly, I cannot park it on the street it has to be in the carport or I end up with wet seats for weeks, and then the following musty mold smell.
Transmission seems to not be doing to good, nor the engine, nor the body, nor the suspension, all around not a good vehicle.
General comments?
This truck has been driven very little and has all kinds of problems. On the test drive at the car dealers I thought it handled very well and it has a nice look to it. I will never buy another vehicle based on looks, as this truck just dosnt have anything else besides that about it. I am a die hard Ford purchaser, every new vehicle I have owned on payments have been through Ford. I am going to try Honda for my wifes next car, or possibly Toyota. Ford has lost my trust with this truck that I am afraid to drive in because it will break down.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 110000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 18th February, 2007 |