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Nov 06 '03
Pros: Cargo Capacity, Great Sound System, Solid 4WD Performance in all weather Conditions
Cons: Gas Mileage
Summary: I started looking for a used car in December of 2002. Living in West Virginia and having to make many trips between my home in Hurricane and school in Morgantown, I needed a vehicle that I would be able to rely on for cargo capacity and for driving in the ... read more
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Mar 06 '07
Pros: spacious, reliable and safe car
Cons: I really can think of any
Summary: We purchased this car 3 1/2 years ago b/c we were going to have a baby and we wanted to trade in our car and get an suv b/c we felt that it was safer if an accident were to happen. We have been rear ended 2 times and the car held up so well. Most of the ... read more
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May 06 '05
Pros: Styling, ruggedness, 4wd, pimp factor.
Cons: Weak engine, horrible gas mileage, Very questionable transmission, hokey radio, flimsy trim, bad door handles/locks,
Summary: '98 Ford Explorer Sport 2Dr 4wd, 4.0L SOHC V6 Bought this car in 2000, to be honest, I was into the whole New York Jeep rapper thing at that time. Had no credit so I got stiffed on the interest rate, but I digress... The car: To this day, I think ... read more
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Oct 23 '04
Pros: Good in the Snow. Great for hauling loads of "Schnadel". Can sleep in it.
Cons: Low clearance. Problems with 4wd tranfer motor. lower gas milage, of course.
Summary: I purchased my 98 Explorer 4wd after reading many reviews on this site. So I wanted to contribute one of my own. I should preface by saying that I wanted a Toyota, but couldn't afford it at the time. I had rented a 2001 Explorer for a week, and went ... read more
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May 09 '04
Pros: great car, many convenient options, lots of power, smooth ride
Cons: drivers seat doesn't go back very far
Summary: my '98 explorers great! I bought it with everything imaginable! i had the power windows locks mirrors doors and seats! i got the 6 changer CD player and the casette player and along with the radio i am entertained for hours! i also got the power sunroof ... read more
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Mar 18 '04
Pros: Space is about perfect the auto 4 wheel drive system works nice, good power.
Cons: Shaky quality, terrible dealer experence & tremendous depreciation
Summary: Well I don't have a bunch of time here so I'll try to keep this short & to the point. Just married, plans for the family, got the apartment, just need to trade in the Wrangler in a bigger SUV. Ok, this is easy, she wants an Explorer (or Exploder as the ... read more
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Feb 10 '04
Pros: Safety, reliability, dependability, good cargo space, good towing.
Cons: Gas mileage isn't great (17-20 mpg)
Summary: I have owned mostly Fords over my lifetime, but have also had a Toyota, Chevy, and two Subarus. I have also had many friends and relatives with various brands of vehicles. No other brand has been as reliable and safe as Ford. On to my Explorer: ... read more
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Nov 19 '03
Pros: roominess, powerful engine, looks
Cons: gas mileage, poor stereo, cheap plastic interior parts, unreliability
Summary: I bought this truck brand new for $29000, which was a bit more expensive than some other models out there but I always had good experiences with Ford trucks. Unfortunatley that would change. Six months after I purchased it I found it had a front transfer ... read more
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May 10 '03
Pros: Its a Ford of course. Handsome styling. Nice 4wd features. Fun to drive.
Cons: Ride somewhat bouncy or truck-like.
Summary: I am 18 years old and this is my second Ford Explorer in 3 years. My last was an old 1993 with 165,000 miles and we still have it and its still running fine. I got my 1998 Ford Explorer Sport with leather, sunroof, and optional SOHC 205hp V6 engine. ... read more
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May 08 '03
Pros: Heat/air controls in rear, puddle lights, roomy, rear seats fold flush with floor, price
Cons: a tiny bit hard on gas
Summary: I absolutely love it! I spend hours in it everyday. I have slept in it. Gone on really long trips and love it, it's very spacious. Rear heat/air controls are fabulous. I love the puddle lights! Makes you feel safe being so big, and makes things more ... read more
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Dec 02 '02
Pros: Mid-sized SUV (not too big, not too small) lots of cargo space
Cons: V8 still sluggish, rough handling, problems early on, GAS HOG!
Summary: My husband and I were expecting our first child when we bought the Explorer in March of '02. We needed a way to transport our infant and large breed dog at the same time. I was the previous owner of a '95 Nissan Altima which I had no problems with. We ... read more
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Nov 03 '02
Pros: Very dependable. Very low up keep cost when maintenance schedule is kept. Roomy
Cons: Not very smooth. Could use more sound insulation.
Summary: A nice vehicle for winter driving. 4WD is excellent in snowy conditions. Use caution when coming to a stop. Purchased the vehicle for looks and durability. It has more than lived up to expectations for both reasons. It is very reliable vehicle.
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Jul 24 '02
Pros: Cargo space, power
Cons: bumpy ride
Summary: We bought our 1998 Ford Explorer Limited to replace our 1985 Cadillac Seville. Our friends sometimes ask why we'd go from luxury to an SUV and the answer was simple, the Explorer is everything the Seville was and more.
The price of the car was ... read more
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Jul 04 '02
Pros: Comfort, styling.
Cons: Handling, uniqueness.
Summary: I have removed this review based on Epinions losing my e-royalties. Several calls and emails to Epinions have gone unanswered. Epinions has decided to forfeit my royalties from this review, but are still showing content I have written. ... read more
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Feb 28 '02
Pros: Looks great, smooth ride, and lots of power
Cons: Too many on the road!
Summary: So I decided to trade in my 1999 Ford Ranger for a 1998 Ford Explorer Sport 4X4, wow what a difference! I've always wanted an SUV, now I can't imagine driving anything else. This Explorer is loaded, 6 cylinder automatic transmission, 4X4, leather seats, ... read more
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