1991 Ford Ranger XLT review from North America
"2.3 Liter Engine Belongs in an Escort, not a truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Original Engine shot @ 60,000 miles.
Air Conditioner Condenser @ 80,000.
Two sets brakes, all around including drums and disks.
Power Steering Pump @ 100,000.
U-Joints.
General comments?
Well I don't know if I like or dislike the Ranger.
The engine went out at 60,000 miles. Parts of the oil pan gasket wore away and got in the oil pickup. The engine was ruined after that.
After installing a remanufactured engine, the truck is still running.
After the engine was replaced, other things went out like air conditioner. At that time we had too much money in the vehicle so just kept on doing repairs.
Over the course of 14 years, we have probably put $5000 worth or repairs in the Ranger. This is on a commuter truck, never used for business use.
The 2.3 Liter engine belongs in an Escort, not a truck. No power.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1991 |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 20000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Chevette |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2005 |