1973 Ford Ranchero 500 review from North America
"An unknown dream car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Windshield wiper clip broke off.
Leak in power steering hose.
Rattle in left rear fender.
General comments?
The car rides like a rolling couch.
However, much like a couch, the off-the-line speed is slow.
Highway driving is like riding on a cloud.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 351C Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 94660 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Am |
| Date of Entry | 6th March, 2003 |