1996 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"JUNK!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Mid-shift bearing in the transmission at 44,000 miles.
Both front wheel bearings and an ABS sensor at 55,000 miles.
Rear main seal leak at 50,000 miles.
Washer fluid pump only works when it wants to.
Both front rotors warped from dragging calipers at 52,000 miles.
General comments?
What a pile of junk! I was so excited to purchase this truck and was so disappointed with it. It's completely under powered and handles like a brick. I took exceptionally good care of the truck but it didn't matter. My favorite part was the dealer telling me that mid-shift bearings were a maintenance item- Hah! Never again.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 63000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Celica |
| Date of Entry | 4th September, 2001 |