Hi...
I was out in the market and I came accros with the idea of purchasing a SUV. I found none that would fit my pocket. So I had to go to an auction to get me one. This baby came along. Eddie Bauer, loaded, 4X4, control track. Man, my first SUV and I had a winner. HEre's my opinion:
Exterior
On the outside this truck is a winner. Its tall, heavy and has a sporty look. The side moldings and trim add a lot of personality to it. Big all aroung glass allows you to see all over the place. Keyless entry and alarma integrated. Roof rack and a hitch ball come to make everything more appealing. Wheels and Tires? 225/75/16 and beautiful 16" 3 spoke chome wheels.
Engine
It has the 4.0 CID engine. Mine was 6 cylinder but there's a 8 cylinder model too. The millage on this baby was kinda high. 170K miles but if you could only hear her, its like the day it rolled off the assy ine. The previous owner did a terrific job taking care of it.
Interior
Leather baby, all leather all over; front and rear seats, central and side arm rests. The instrument cluster seems somewhat not so luxury but it gets the job done. To small glove box for my taste tho. Seats are the bomb... confortable, soft and lumbar support. This is for both front seats. On the back, there's space for that trip or the groceries. A convenient jack storage space and 4 frame-bolted hooks so you can strap that baby seat or a flat tire.
Extras
6-CD changer and premium sound kicks it, subwoofer integrated, Automatic antenna. Rear wiper and squirter. Premium carpet job. Rear seat radio and AC controls. Automatic climate control. Power windows and locks. Cargo Cover (off ebay). 4 x 4 BABY... ALL THE WAY!
Inconveniences.... so far
AC unit on all explorers had a failure called blend door actuator. Mine has it. It wont let you mix the temp for the air, its either all cold or all hot.
Change the shocks for a model that allows you a softer ride. Otherwise you will get yourself a "kidney milkshake".
Only Motorcraft plugs are recommended for Ford engines.
I hope this review has helped you and please rate it.
Amount Paid (US$): 3500
Condition: Used
Model Year: 1995
Model and Options: Eddie Bauer, 4x4, Loaded