1998-2011 Ford Ranger Buyer's Guide (Common Problems, Options, Specs)

Used Ford Ranger Review. Used Ford Ranger Reliability. Ford Ranger Buyers Guide for 1998-2011 Models.

Ford Ranger Truck buying advice. This video will cover the 1998-2011 Ranger models - the 3rd gen. The video will cover the common problems you should be aware of. This is most comprehensive and complete buyer's guide for the Ford Ranger.

This video will cover common Ranger problems, the different options available, and overall reliability of this great pickup truck!

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[Katzekraus]

Too bad nobody makes a small pickup anymore. The new Ranger and Tacomas are huge and expensive!

[makeamericagreatagain]

I have a 03 with over 600, 000 miles on it 4.0 and still running strong ....

[paulcondie]

93 ranger 2wd 5sp 2.3l my daily work ride. 478, 000 miles and still running strong! I bought it ten years ago. Needed something with a bed yet easy on gas. Had on it when bought it and have changed the timing belt and water pump twice now. Most reliable vehicle I've ever owned!!

[mariozermeno]

After a nuclear war the only survivors would be cockroaches and ford rangers!

[robertmckeown]

I recently bought a 1999 Ranger 4x4 with the 4.0l. It has 218, 000 miles on it and had to swap out the leaky and poorly maintained original engine. We dropped another 4.0l with 80, 000 miles. After doing some minor repairs and a sound system upgrade, my son (15 yrs) and I have turned this truck into a sweet ride. He's really proud of his future Ranger.

[kfm]

I have one of the last Rangers.It's Just the right size.Everything is getting too big in my opinion!

[billpullen]

I've had two Rangers, damn good little trucks.

[StealthyZombie]

Just bought a 2011 Ranger with 45, 000 miles in pristine condition. Absolutely excited & can’t wait to pick it up from the dealer tomorrow!

[jimpolk]

Have a 2010 with the 4.0 litre v6, 200k miles with no problems, just maintenance, wish I could by a new one

[PhamVans]

Good little truck. Given that I live in a brutal 4 season climate, this truck has served me rather well with no major issues for about 125, 000km (bought it at 160, 000km.) Everything from mountain excursions, getting to my job sites, and going to different schools, she's always been there.


Although the 3.0 is quite the slug, it does make for the perfect trade off in reliability. You can tell it's got that old fashioned American engineering behind it, made with the intention to put in work for a long time.

[bravobear]

I’m a Chevy guy but man these 3rd gen ford rangers look awesome

[Grabber]

I have a 2007 Ranger XL 4X4 Regular cab with the 4.0 SOHC 207 horsepower V6 and a 5-Speed manual. Best truck ever. Simple, easy, powerful. Many desert vacations and back road visits to ghost towns in it. The only difficulties are not having interior space for many things and it doesn't have cruise control. But I wanted the shortest cab/wheelbase and got it :)
I can attest to the 18 MPG highway mileage on 4X4 tires. On regular street all seasons it gets 19.5 or so.

[bernardpo]

Love these trucks I had 5 and even the Mazda version they are so easy to work on

[lynnyoung]

i got a new ranger in 94 and it still runs grate

[ChrisHariis]

Have an 03 EDGE. Had it for 15 years. Fixed a lot. Ball joints, fluids, new radiator and water pump. Plugs tires brakes and suspension. Runs like a top. Paid 3 grand in 2012. this truck won't die.

[dukemanca]

I had a 2008 fx4 ranger. She was tougher than a $2 steak! I miss her, awesome little truck !

[doglegjake]

i have a 2010 ranger sport 4.0 i bought new and it has never burned a quart of oil in 92, 000 miles its been the best truck i ever owned, its 11 years old and never had a issue or problem even the a\c still freezes ice cold its a really good truck for sure

[Max-nhgp]

+1 to the transmission valve body gaskets going out. Around 130k mine was having shift issues going into gear, slipping out of park, and engaging 3rd gear. I did some research and pinpointed it to the VB gaskets and a few springs. I took a weekend pulling off the valve body, putting in a Trans-Go shift kit, and replacing the gaskets and properly torquing the bolts back. All of the issues have been fixed and its been great for over a year now. Also the throttle cable will become loose over time. Look up the chris-fix video for how to fix this with a few zip-ties, its very cheap and easy.

[shaunsavage]

I had a 93 ranger. I still cry when I see pictures of her. She was at 760 thousand miles. Got sideswiped while parked. I got 4 grand from there insurance company. I went bought a 97 for 300 dollars fixed her up to alleviate my grief. Rip bluetruck