I'm looking for an SUV to buy for under $5K with milage below 130K. So far, most of the ones I found are 1997-2001 Ford Explorers with 100,000 - 120,000 milage. (Based in Texas)
What do you think of Explorers? And does the above sound like a good deal? Why are Explorers so popular, yet so affordable compared to other SUVs?
2007-01-30 03:37:49 · 4 answers · asked by jimmyaven 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Explorers are good, just look it over well make sure it shifts right, and everything works. You can get many miles out of them.
2007-01-30 13:49:31 · answer #1 · answered by justcurious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
I bought a 98 Explorer XLT with 220K on the clock, in great order for CAD 3750 and I think I got a good deal. Had it checked out etc before I bought it and so far I am happy with it.
I liked the Ford in preference to an import (Japanese / European) as parts for imports are in shorted supply etc, and the Explorer is based on the F150 which has also been very successful.
If you get one at a decent price in really good condition, then its a decent buy.
2007-02-02 03:17:48 · answer #2 · answered by Batsmyman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have a 1993 ford explorer 4x4 xlt my wife drives it everyday it has about 285,000 miles and knock on wood we have never had any major problems other than i changed the alternator a couple of years ago and i changed radius arm bushings and a wheel bearing and of course brakes and oil and a headlight or two i bought it from my sister 5 years ago and we have loved it ever since just to tell you we love it and if it should ever need to be replaced we will buy another one some people say we got a good one so good luck in your serch for your explorer
2007-02-02 15:30:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
um my son always calls it an Exploder...Try Chevy! If you want a great suv look for a Nissan Pathfinder they are wonderful and don't need a super amount of service and they run forever!
2007-01-30 05:07:53 · answer #4 · answered by ♥Sparkling♥Jules♥ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋