Ford Ranger

"Truck handles well, always has plenty of power. Have had far less problems with wind than expected when see posting concerning extra care because of cross winds, ect."

"Rides and handles like a truck"

"Good acceleration, engine powerful enough to carry heavy loads. For a small pick up it handles well. turning radius could be better but not a big issue."

"The truck just keeps on chugging. It runs well and has no problems. given that I bought it with over 150,000 miles, that is a heel of a deal."

"I've driven manual transmissions for 42 years and these past 16 were in the Ford Ranger. It has been the worst shifting in two regards: smoothness & gear ratios. And at 80,000 miles last year, the transmission needed to be repaired."

"The Ranger is very stable and handles well in all circumstances, except snow and/or ice."

"Accelerates very will with good ground clearance. Practical truck. Parts are easy to come by. Gas mileage for a small truck not so good."

"The handling around corners is not great=probably due to the higher ride due to the 4x4 feature The power is excellent on the highway."

"Minimum use on highway, handling OK."

"At 6' 4", it offers the most leg room. It is comfortable to drive and handles well on the freeway."

"Wind noise a problem at time when talking to passenger."

"The interior noise is a little loud."

"Bought new in 2001; now has over 330,000 miles, still going strong."

"Very reliable, very good work vehicle - not a lot of silly styling that doesn't help the work factor. Great value. Easy to maintain, rational as a work truck - not silly styling and froufrou"

"Value, every day driver good."

"I got it to use as a truck on rural property. It does what I expect of it. It was $18000"

"Purchased in 2001 for about $12,000 with discounts. Only now developing some body rust. Have put another $5,000 into clutch, oil pan seal, cooling system, suspension items, etc.... I expect it will continue to require $1,000 per yr from here on out. Do not recommend 3L 6cyl. Not much for torque and only fair mpg. In retrospect, would have gone for rear door."

"I have driven this vehicle for over 300000 miles with no major failure and it is still going. Have always done regular maintenance. The largest single expense was front brakes; calipers etc. at $1200."

"To this day, my Ranger has performed well in all seasons. It has been dependable and low maintenance. We own 30 acres of land with our home and the truck is an excellent vehicle for both home maintenance use as well as a personal vehicle, though it is a bit noisy on the road due to the fact we have tires that assure we can get around in the most severe weather conditions, including snow and mud on country roads. The cost was well worth the utility, versatility and dependability."

"I really don't have any negative things to say about this rig. It is the right size for my needs and other than being too low geared, it is exactly what I was looking for."

"FYI - I bought this Ranger second hand so got a good price."

"This vehicle had 296,000 miles on it when I bought it. 31/2 yrs later, it has 332,500 miles and is still going strong. I paid $1800 for it. It is rusting out but the mechanical repairs I have made to it would all be considered expected because of its age and miles."

"It was reasonably priced. It has lasted for 15 years as a work horse.I had rural property so was often hauling stuff in the bed or by trailer hitch."

"i know it is an old vehicle, but it is very very well taken care of. it only has 70000 miles on it and it seems that every 3 months or so something else fails on vehicle that cost another $500. i am about ready to cut my loses and get rid of it. over $3000 in repairs the last 2 years."

"The vehicle is 15 years old and has performed very reliably over the first decade. It does not owe me anything."

"Economy model but serves its purpose and has an attractive appearance."

"Buy used opposed to new"

"Basic truck that's afforda ble, easy to maintain, attractive. Engine is strong and trouble free."