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Are 1997 Ford Explorers reliable?

Are 1997 Ford Explorers reliable?

The Ford 1997 explorer is an amazingly reliable car. I’ve had mine for 20 years, drove it cross country when I relocated, it’s survived snow, flooding, a radiator blow out (it was the original) and has kept ticking as good as it did when we drove it off the lot in Long Beach CA.

How many miles will a 1997 Ford Explorer last?

An average Ford Explorer can easily achieve 80,000 to 200,000 miles. If you visit Explorer forums, you will find several examples of users with over 300k miles on the odometer.” It’s a great investment if anyone is sick of making car payments.

Which is the most reliable 1997 Ford Explorer?

Check back with us soon. Showing 3 of 1,193 reviews. Most Reliable Vehicle! We bought this for $2K as a 2nd “beater” car for my hubby to drive to work until we could afford something better. Man were we surprised when this one turned out to be our most reliable family vehicle! Lasted us 7 years and we were able to put 340,000 miles on it!

What’s the price of a 2013 Ford Explorer?

Ironically, the one vehicle that stands to lose market share to the Explorer is its own sibling, the Ford Flex. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2013 Ford Explorer starts at just over $29,500 for a base model, with an Explorer XLT around $33,000, the top-line Explorer Limited close to $38,700 and the Sport trim near $41,500.

Is the Ford Explorer 4.0 a good car?

The 4.0 feels a little bogged down with the A.C. running though. Love the room in the back when the seats are folded down. Maintenance is usually easy although i have gone through a couple wheel bearings and 1 alternator while owning it.

What’s the new version of the Ford Explorer?

What’s New? For 2013, a new Sport trim joins the Explorer fleet, offering a twin-turbocharged V6 engine, standard 4-wheel drive, 20-inch sport alloy wheels and two-tone leather-trimmed seats. New features for the Explorer include a passenger-side front knee airbag, available heated steering wheel and auto-dimming headlights.