1993 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"The vehicle of choice for someone who values money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At 75,000mi I replaced the rear pinion crush sleeve. Shift quality was a little too slushy for my taste. Then again, most of this was due to overly rough shifting. I often achieved 3rd gear rubber with this truck.
At 170,000mi, I replaced the rear pinion crush sleeve again. Again, it was probably just fine, but I could tell that slack was developing.
At 200,000mi I had to rebuild the alternator. This may be due to poor build quality, or the 500W audio system. Seriously, this mild repair was still cheaper than a 2 battery system.
General comments?
The 1993 Ranger I owned exceeded my expectations immensely. In 7 years of ownership, it had only one mechanical failure: an alternator.
The experiences that I have had with this truck may not be typical. I always changed the oil and filter every 3,000mi.
Though I always maintained the truck well, I wasn't as kind with driving it. I enjoyed getting "3rd gear rubber" with it on a regular basis.
In giving this review, I do warn people about selling their Rangers for sporty cars. Don't do it! I regret my choice back in 2000 to get a sleek car. It's not built to last.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 25 miles |
| Most recent distance | 235000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Century |
| Date of Entry | 19th August, 2002 |