brooksfb Posted June 21, 2005 Share Posted June 21, 2005 Hey Skins Fans, I want a Ford Explorer but I can't afford a new one. I'm looking to buy a used Explorer. Probably '03 or '04. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Jones Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Personally, I am not a Ford fan. I have had trouble with the two Fords have owned over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Washington Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 only if ford has some kinda certified program. people really beat up on those things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prophet Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 I had one, and I loved it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riggins44 Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Ford does have a certified used car program. It's optional for dealers to participate. I just sold my wife's 2003 Explorer and got her a new 2005 Explorer. Her's only had 16K miles, but with the current incentives I had to pull the trigger. Actually we lowered our payment and I upgraded. Listen, I'm around these vehicles all day long. The Explorer is a great and trouble free vehicle. Sold my neighbor a 2004 and my sister has one as well. My wife wouldn't even consider any other vehicle....except maybe a F250 Crew Cab Lariat Diesel 4X4. :cool: PM me if you have specific model questions or current market prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 I've had Ford's for a while and have had great luck with them. Definately contact riggins44, he'll take care of you. My wife and I purchased a Freestar from him and it has been the BEST car experience I've ever had. He's first class all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyansRangers Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 I had a ford explorer sport never had a problem traded it in at 85k miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brooksfb Posted June 22, 2005 Author Share Posted June 22, 2005 I want to thank everyone for their comments. The poll will be up for two (2) more days. My decision to buy will have the results of the poll factored in. Don't forget to VOTE! Thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autographcollector Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 nope Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoony Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Good car, you should be able to find a pretty nice one. Although I wouldn't rule out buying new entirely. Dealerships are offering great buys right now, and interest rates are very low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All In Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 For me, the american cars have a lousy interior. I would look at a Nissan Xterra or Pathfinder if they are around the same price, but that's me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riggins44 Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Originally posted by codeorama I've had Ford's for a while and have had great luck with them. Definately contact riggins44, he'll take care of you. My wife and I purchased a Freestar from him and it has been the BEST car experience I've ever had. He's first class all the way. :laugh: You have to say nice things, because I know where your wife works. Speaking of Melanie, did she tell you I talked to her Sunday? I told her that you'll need to buy the baby a guitar when it's born. If there is anything else you need let me know...will work on a kitchen pass for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codeorama Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Originally posted by riggins44 :laugh: You have to say nice things, because I know where your wife works. Speaking of Melanie, did she tell you I talked to her Sunday? I told her that you'll need to buy the baby a guitar when it's born. If there is anything else you need let me know...will work on a kitchen pass for you. LOL... yeah, she said she saw you and said you mentioned the baby's name again. FYI, We are open to selling the naming rights. For a new Ford F-250 crew cab 4x4, we will gladly name our new kid Gary or Garise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbooma Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Originally posted by brooksfb Hey Skins Fans, I want a Ford Explorer but I can't afford a new one. I'm looking to buy a used Explorer. Probably '03 or '04. I bought a used explorer sport back in 2000 a 1998 with 66K miles on it now it has 145K and i love it, the only things i had to replace were the transfer case (didn't put in 4wd enough) and the AC, everything else has been great, same tires since i bought it. You take a risk on any used car, so just watch out, even though every care I buy from now on will be used because it is much cheapier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APBT Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 Dont do it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My freind and Military buddy bought an 04 and has nothing but problems with it. The rear axle bolt came out and he last control on 695. He said it felt like it was steering itself. He went into a ditch. He had to replace it and it was I believe over $800. to repair. He is pissed because the same side went out last week and his wife was driving through town and she said the samething that it steered itself. He was so pissed nobody wanted to look him in the face. Maybe he had a lemon and it is man made, but the same side, Come on!!!!!!! Nooooooooooo!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halter91 Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 I have an 02 Explorer and I love it. You just have to watch what you buy, I've personally had no problems with any of the Fords I've owned. I've had tons of trouble with GM's. That's just me though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big#44 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Any car will serve you well as long as you know how to drive correctly and use the vehicle properly. 99% chance that nothing major will go wrong as long as your responsible and know the limits of your vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panel Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 yes, it is an awsome car, you'll be happy with it. Look around, you will see that anyother cars like it are junk. GREAT value, everything you could want, space, comfort, toughness, and some nice power. Go for it, go with your gut, just don't let the dealer screw yah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huly Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Chevy has awesome deals right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portis&taylor Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 not a ford guy sorry:puke: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warren Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 My roommate has one. (2000 I think) It is falling apart. Stay away if you want my opinion. EDIT: SNAP, look at my avatar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenaa Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 My inlaws had one. It was a good vehicle. Riggins44. I'll be looking at Ranger crew cab 4x4's. Are you knowledgable on those as well? Seems like I remember you having a dealer connection. Too bad I'm in Texas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brooksfb Posted June 24, 2005 Author Share Posted June 24, 2005 Originally posted by panel Go for it, go with your gut, just don't let the dealer screw yah. Most of the written replies are positive, the poll is mostly negative. I'm going to go with my gut and try to get one. As far as not letting the dealer screw me, thats easier said than done. But, you can't get blood from a turnip. Dealer's reply: Wanna bet? :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88Comrade2000 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 Don't buy it! By A Toyota SUV! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riggins44 Posted June 25, 2005 Share Posted June 25, 2005 Originally posted by Huly Chevy has awesome deals right now Be leary of those awesome deals! Used car values of GM products have really dropped. Stevenaa, just let me know when you're ready and can answer any question you might have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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