1987 Ford Ranger review from North America
"Best small truck on the market in 1987 and today"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes at 147,000 miles.
Water pump at 120,000 miles.
Distributor module at 105,000 miles.
Heater fan at 175,000 miles.
Timing belts (2) at 85,000 and 160,000 miles.
Couple of mufflers.
U-joints at 147,000 miles.
Some other minor work beltshoses etc.
General comments?
This has been a great little truck. The U joints went at 147,000, while I was working on them. I went ahead and changed the front and rear brakes, but they could have went farther.
I do all my own repair work. Change the oil every 2000. Plan on driving this truck till it gets at least 250,000 and wouldn't be afraid to take it anywhere.
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| 1986 - Ranger XLT 2.3L 4 cylinder A dependable run-of-the-mill truck |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1987 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 61 miles |
| Most recent distance | 208602 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F150 |
| Date of Entry | 16th August, 2000 |