1998 Ford Explorer

5.0 EFI V8

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Clear

I have owned this vehicle since it was new and it has been a reliable vehicle for many years. Due to age there are issues with some accessories, such as the power antenna, stereo LED display, etc., however the engine has been reliable without any noted issues. At the time of this listing, there are 181,181 miles on the vehicle. There are no noted issues with the drive and transmission. Although I use it only for limited miles, I do trailer my boat twice per year to the lake, which is about a 240-mile round trip. I have not had any problems when doing this. The vehicle has never been wrecked.In August of 2012, I put a new set of Firestone Destination LE tires on it (P255/70SR16) and also brand-new brakes. The vehicle mileage at that time was 174,707 so there are less than 6,500 miles on the tires and brakes. The total invoice for the tires and brakes was $1,179 and I do have the receipt.The sunroof does work and some of the interior electronics work, but many things do not function properly (see note above.) The driver side window needs a new assembly, which I have but it has not been installed. The heater does work, but the air conditioner does not. I suspect the a/c just needs recharging, but I have not had this checked. Fuel and other gauges all work; speedometer, odometer all work. Electronic fuel stats/usage stats on console works.The vehicle is currently registered and drivable. To date it has not burned oil. The engine starts first time, every time. The buyer of this vehicle can drive it home. It also has an interchangeable 2-inch and 1 7/8 inch trailer ball. This originally was a $35,000 vehicle with all-leather interior and the heavy duty trailering package. The vehicle is sold as-is, however, and the buyer needs to realize that due to age (16 years) there is deterioration on many parts of this vehicle. It was parked inside when it was my primary vehicle, but over the last several years has often been parked outside. I am including a 5 x 8 flatbed trailer, which was purchased about a year and a half ago from Tractor Supply for $600. The trailer is also currently registered. Titles are free and clear. Vehicle is sold with no warranty.