Used 1997 Ford Explorer for sale near Sebastian, FL
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Quick view Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Green
- Int. color
- Gray
- Drivetrain
- Four-wheel Drive
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- 4.0L V6 SOHC
- Stock #
- 16688
- VIN
- 1FMDU34E7VUB60210
Features
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
Dealer
Sam & Dave'sReviews
Sam & Dave's review
i drove from sautee ga i saw on guru they had a 2004 ford sport trac i been have pleased with it i would recommend them who every a car
1997 Ford Explorer review
The tranny is a Mazda. You can sleep across the back seat or put the back seats down and there's enough room for 2 to sleep. I've towed a Taurus and a TJ Wrangler with this. I've moved large, heavy dressers, refrigerators and stoves with this. It is my second car and the gas mileage isn't great but it is a tank. One thing they are prone to rolling over so spacing your tires out wider is a good idea. Some people cannibalize the axles and put them on TJ Wranglers. The gears are perfect and the axles will handle the larger tires. This is called the poor man's swap.
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Quick view Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Red
- Int. color
- Medium Prairie Tan
- Drivetrain
- Four-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 14-18
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- 5L V-8 regular unleaded, engine with 211HP
- Stock #
- VUB11913A
- VIN
- 1FMDU35P5VUB11913
Features
- Convenience
- Keyless Entry
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Roof Rack
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Winchester MitsubishiReviews
Winchester Mitsubishi review
Everyone at the dealership was welcoming, and you can tell they actually enjoy what they do. If you're worried about getting approved or just want to work with someone who treats you like a person instead of a number. I'll definitely recommend Winchester Mitsubishi to my family and friends. Ask for Tiffany
1997 Ford Explorer review
Bought my 1997 Ford Explorer XLT Control Track 4x4 for only $1,000 with 126,000 miles to add to my collection. Was is perfect condition! This vehicle is downright amazing for it’s age! Pros: Leather seats, Driver and passenger powered seats, excellent second row room, great sound system, no blind spots whatsoever due to massive windows, enough power to tow 6000 pounds (V6 tows around 3,500), great off-road handling, no rattling, plenty of features for the day, cruise control, massive cargo storage with rear seats folded, solid suspension, easy steering, great turn radius, split tail gate, keyless entry, door code for entry without key, six CD changer, roof rack, and reliability! Cons: Not sporty, isn’t fast, plain looking, interior could be better designed, column shifter gets misaligned, and roof rack only holds 100 pounds. I honestly love this car! It’s very reliable and does everything I ask of it. After 134k miles he’s still running strong! Bone dry, not a single leak anywhere! Handles great off roading and tows my mini camper no problem. Gas mileage isn’t bad at all as I’m returning 16 city and 21 highway with the V8 engine set up. Hauls people very well and rear seat passengers also get lush cushy seats! Front seats are just amazing! Easy to drive! Handles like a dream once aligned. Suspension is a little rough at times, but what do you expect from leaf springs, torsion bars, and shocks? (Built on a truck frame). Sits high up, so don’t go swinging these Explorers around corners sharply. Would totally recommend this car to someone! BUT do not get a used one of these if it’s beat up. Beat up, it’ll rob you financially, taken care of, it’ll treat you well! PS. Is a simple car by modern standards, so it’s easy to DIY at home for repairs! I’m a mechanic, but any average person could do it! Just remember those bolt torques and thread locker! Bought in 2018 with 126k miles, now has 134k. Needed maintenance and upkeep costs (For my Explorer once purchased): Brake pads and rotors (front and back) = $320 Front wheel bearings = $200 Upper and Lower ball joints (always replace after 100k miles on these Explorers) = $100 (Parts only! Labor is free if you DIY) < obviously :p Suggested Upkeep: Tires every 50k miles, oil changes every 3k miles, coolant every 3 years, power steering every 3 years, brake fluid every 4 years, transfer case oil every 2 years, transmission oil check every 10k miles, differential oil (front and rear) every 2 years, U joints every 100k miles, shocks every 120k miles.
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Quick view Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Red
- Int. color
- Brown
- Drivetrain
- Four-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 12-17
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- V8, 5.0 Liter
- Stock #
- 21809As
- VIN
- 1FMDU35P1VUA81146
Dealer
Tailgate Motor CoReviews
Tailgate Motor Co review
such a fun group to work with! We wanted a newer used tacoma and they had a few to choose from. great people, and great company! really loved the hats and shirts they give out as well!
1997 Ford Explorer review
I've owned this car for a bout a year now. This has been the best starter car for me. I have the V6 version so towing isn't all there but I could still tow. Pros- drives like a truck, ride height is amazing, very easy shifting no problems, shifter is a little hard getting used to, amazing stereo, great 4x4 feel with that control trac 4WD, Leather seats on driver and passenger, AC controls in the middle, great trunk size. Cons- sometimes can't see that well because the windows are big, rear view mirror a little bit small, little slow.
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$58,129
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About the 1997 Ford Explorer
XL shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 4
- Door count
- 2
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 1997 Ford Explorer cost?
The 1997 Ford Explorer price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 1997 Explorer is $5,607, with pricing starting at $3,950.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 1997 Ford Explorer?
The 1997 Ford Explorer compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
- Mercury Mountaineer
- Lincoln Aviator
- GMC Acadia
- Ford Sedan Police Interceptor
- Ford Edge
- Chevrolet Traverse
Is the 1997 Ford Explorer reliable?
The 1997 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Explorer owners.
Is the 1997 Ford Explorer a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 1997 Ford Explorer.
- Comfort
- 4.3
- Interior
- 4.1
- Performance
- 4.0
- Value
- 4.3
- Exterior
- 4.1
- Reliability
- 4.2
86% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort
- 4.3
- Interior
- 4.1
- Performance
- 4.0
- Value
- 4.3
- Exterior
- 4.1
- Reliability
- 4.2
Eddie Bauer (3 styles)
| Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer | 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer AWD | 4dr 112" WB Eddie Bauer 4WD |
| Inventory price | ||
| Starting at $29,065 | Starting at $30,730 | Starting at $31,070 |
| Combined MPG | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | ||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 211.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Limited (3 styles)
| Style | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4dr 112" WB Limited 4WD | 4dr 112" WB Limited AWD | 4dr 112" WB Limited |
| Inventory price | ||
| Starting at $35,005 | Starting at $34,670 | Starting at $32,720 |
| Combined MPG | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | ||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 211.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
Sport (2 styles)
| Style | |
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| 2dr 102" WB Sport | 2dr 102" WB Sport 4WD |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $21,265 | Starting at $23,095 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XL (4 styles)
| Style | |||
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| 4dr 112" WB XL 4WD | 2dr 102" WB XL 4WD | 4dr 112" WB XL | 2dr 102" WB XL |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $23,405 | Starting at $22,050 | Starting at $21,485 | Starting at $20,085 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XLT (3 styles)
| Style | ||
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| 4dr 112" WB XLT | 4dr 112" WB XLT AWD | 4dr 112" WB XLT 4WD |
| Inventory price | ||
| Starting at $24,220 | Starting at $26,225 | Starting at $26,225 |
| Combined MPG | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | ||
| 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 211.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 205.0-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |