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1997 Ford Ranger

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JAMES L.
1997 Ford Ranger
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04/15/2022
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Over a quarter of a century still running well

I'm the original owner of this truck and for the most part I've enjoyed it. Odd things have broken on it like the temperature selector, rough idle at times but for 90 percent or more of the time it's been a dependable, fuel efficient vehicle. I enjoy owning it
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Ruth M.
1997 Ford Ranger
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06/11/2021
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1997 Ford Ranger

It's been a good car. Mechanically simple. However, the engine is a gutless wonder (2.4 liter 4-cylinder). Manual transmission with rear-wheel drive, so not good for snow. It was okay for the northern California valley. Gas mileage has been poor. The best ever was 24 mpg on a long downhill stretch on Interstate 80 from Wyoming into Nebraska with a west wind at our back. Otherwise, 17-20 mpg. Even with not being garaged and dry hot summers, the rubber gasketry around windows and doors is still tight at 24 years of age. Paint? Metallic silver is worn out.
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Paul I.
1997 Ford Ranger
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01/04/2019
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My baby

I love my ranger. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned. I’ve owned it for 22 years and it has 260,000 miles and counting. The only problem I’ve had with it is having to change the battery every 5 years or so.
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CHRISTINE R.
1997 Ford Ranger
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10/28/2017
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Like Timex...takes a licking but keeps on ticking

The exterior of my '97 Ranger my be beaten up but the engine has the heart of a lion. Honestly, I don't take the greatest of care of it, yet it still runs as if .I do regular maintance.
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PAUL T.
1997 Ford Ranger
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08/19/2017
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1997 Ford Ranger Step side

Love it, wished Ford had never discontinued, both the Ranger and the Step side.
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LARRY S.
1997 Ford Ranger
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06/01/2017

1994 Ranger

Love- love- love my Ranger. Bought it new, never wrecked, never had heads off in 148 k miles!!!
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Jim B.
1997 Ford Ranger
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03/23/2017

Still Running Strong

Never have had any major problems at all. Always dependable. Even after being 20 Years old.
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PAUL T.
1997 Ford Ranger
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06/16/2016

1997 FORD RANGER STANDARD CAB W/ FLAIR SIDE BED

LOVE THE TRUCK.
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AL S.
1997 Ford Ranger
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04/08/2016

Not sexy, but great to own!

1997 3.0 160,000
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MONTE E.
1997 Ford Ranger
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01/28/2016

Little vehicle

Nice useful little PU. Easy to maintain and doesn't cost much to run. To bad they don't make them anymore.
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FRED I.
1997 Ford Ranger
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10/18/2015

Ford Ranger XLT 6 cyl

good for person on the go... easy for carrying anything ... tools.. etc.. and its like my other room for napping and relaxation.... good for traveling too.
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DAN V.
1997 Ford Ranger
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09/18/2015

Great truck

Only major problem was a timing belt at 175.000 miles
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GREG D.
1997 Ford Ranger
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06/23/2015

It's Old but It Sure Has Held Up!

I have a 1997 Ranger STX 4X4. I bought her new and she has really impressed me -- and she's almost 20 years old! I know Ranger's have a questionable history...not this one. I'd buy her again in a minute. Now if I could just get my wife to be as reliable!
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