2003 Ford Explorer Sport

Great Vehicle

By T.A. (IN) on Saturday, May 11, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 59,900

Pros: "comfortable, easy to manuver & nice ride"

Cons: "Approx. 19 miles per gallon"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"We have taken several trips and for years I drove it to work every day. Very comfortable ride and drive, handles like a car. Seats 5 and lots of room in the back plus has several compartments for extra storeage."

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Got My Money's Worth - No regrets

By One (FL) on Wednesday, April 10, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 145,000

Pros: "Comfortable, low maintenance"

Cons: "Poor gas mileage"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"I bought this vehicle brand new and have had it for over ten years. Only minus is the poor gas mileage. It was very reliable - no major problems with it. Very comfortable for long distance road trips. Lots of storage room in the cab but still comfortable for backseat passengers. Great visibility too because of its height. If Ford would make something similar but with better gas mileage, I'd be first in line to buy it."

4 people out of 4 found this review helpful

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Owned for 12 years

By mustlovedogs (CA) on Sunday, December 30, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 67,000

Pros: "Great value; terrific snow car"

Cons: "Can be bouncy on rough roads; gas mileage"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought this car new in October 2000. It has been a terrific vehicle - no issues of any kind other than some rusting on the running boards and it is kind of a bouncy, squirrely ride at times. I've been considering selling it and buying a new car, but why? It's perfect for the dog with the back seats down, hauls a ton of stuff, and is a great snow car with the 4WD. Gas mileage is not so great, but for as little as I drive it, it's OK. If you can get one in good condition, snap it up!"

2 people out of 4 found this review helpful

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Owned for 12 years

By mustlovedogs (CA) on Sunday, December 30, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 67,000

Pros: "Great value; terrific snow car"

Cons: "Can be bouncy on rough roads; gas mileage"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought this car new in October 2000. It has been a terrific vehicle - no issues of any kind other than some rusting on the running boards and it is kind of a bouncy, squirrely ride at times. I've been considering selling it and buying a new car, but why? It's perfect for the dog with the back seats down, hauls a ton of stuff, and is a great snow car with the 4WD. Gas mileage is not so great, but for as little as I drive it, it's OK. If you can get one in good condition, snap it up!"

1 person out of 1 found this review helpful

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my new ride

By kidd (WV) on Wednesday, October 24, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 160,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"i haven't owned it very long but i like what i see so far i have a 98 jeep and this time of year i always spin out getting up to the house the jeep is 4x4 and the explorer is 2x4 and i hardly spin on my way up but my tires are not the best the ride is a little rough and i don't recommend going fast on gravel roads shes a little squirly but all in all a good vehicle"

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BEST TRUCK I EVER OWNED

By cashman627 (MI) on Saturday, August 18, 2012

I owned and sold this car
Reason: THOUGHT I HAD A GOOD DEAL ON A BETTER CAR, I WAS WRONG !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - My approximate mileage is 159,500

Pros: "EVERY THING ABOUT THIS TRUCK IS A PRO."

Cons: "I DON'T HAVE ONE AT THIS TIME."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I WORK ON THE ROAD AND I DROVE THE WHEELS OFF MINE. I HAD IT THREE YEAR'S AND PUT OVER 120,000 MILES ON IT WITH ONLY 1 REPAIR. I HAD TO REPLACE THE FRONT BUSHING'S (SQUEAKY). $675.00. THAT'S .00675 CENT'S PER MILE. NOW THAT DOES NOT INCLUDE TIRE'S AND BRAKE'S, BUT THAT IS MAINTINANCE AND THAT IS TO BE EXPECTED. I WISH THAT I NEVER SOLD IT, BECAUSE AFTER I SOLD IT I FOUND OUT THAT THESE TRUCK'S MOST OF THE TIME GO 250,000 OR MORE MILE'S WITHOUT MAJOR PROBLEM'S. I AM AT THIS TIME LOOKIN TO BUY ANOTHER ONE WITH LOW MILE'S AND THEY ARE GOING TO BE DRAGGING THIS ONE ONTO THE TOW TRUCK TO THE SCRAP YARD MAKING SPARK'S FROM DRAGGING METAL WHEN I LET THIS ONE GO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

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