1985 Ford F250 XLT review from North America
"An awesome truck, truly a real workhorse"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the alternator a few times.
Replace a couple gears in the 4 speed tranny.
Body is so rusted it is about ready to ball off.
General comments?
This 1985 Ford F-250 Diesel 4x4 4 speed is the best truck I have ever owned it has over 1 million miles on that old 6.9L diesel. But it still runs like new it does not smoke, or make any weird noises. The motor is all stock, Rods, mains everything, it has never been apart, not even for head gaskets. I don't care when people talk about how good those Cummins motors are I am a firm believer in the old IH 6.9L Diesel. Dodges are junk anyway without the Cummins they wouldn't even have a truck to sell!
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| 1984 - F250 XLT Diesel 4WD 6.9L Navistar Good, affordable and STOUT! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| Engine and transmission | 6.9L diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 650000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 999000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 25th May, 2002 |