Finally, I'm in the Club!

I’ve always wanted one but could never find the right time or deal. Today, I finally saw one with the right price and mileage, so I went for it. The only previous owner was a rental company, and it has 50k miles. I can’t wait to beef this bad boy up—it’s a 2019 XLT!
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Water pump.

Tal said:
Water pump.

Yes sir :hammer_and_wrench:

In my opinion, the 5th Gen and 1st Gen are the best Explorers.

Heath said:
In my opinion, the 5th Gen and 1st Gen are the best Explorers.

What generation is a 2023 model considered?

Bryn said:

Heath said:
In my opinion, the 5th Gen and 1st Gen are the best Explorers.

What generation is a 2023 model considered?

Let me break it down for you:

  • 1991-1994 is Gen 1
  • 1995-2001 is Gen 2
  • 2002-2005 is Gen 3
  • 2006-2010 is Gen 4
  • 2011-2019 is Gen 5
  • 2020 to present is Gen 6, so 2023 is the current generation, or Gen 6.

Edit: Each generation has had some minor updates like facelifts and trim packages.

@Heath
What was good about the 1st generation? I’m trying to figure out a price for my 94.

Addison said:
@Heath
What was good about the 1st generation? I’m trying to figure out a price for my 94.

It had a great look, spacious interior, dependable engine, and it really set the standard for modern SUVs. It was the first real family vehicle with 4-wheel drive, and it was comfortable to drive.

Heath said:
In my opinion, the 5th Gen and 1st Gen are the best Explorers.

Awesome, it checked all my boxes!

Lovely choice! I really like the 5th Gen. I’m sure you got a great deal.

The best-looking Explorer to date was this one.

Looks very clean. Congrats!

Nice! I have the same model, just a 2018. I had 50k on it when I got it, and I’m about to hit 100k next week. Zero issues so far; it’s an awesome ride.

Devon said:
Nice! I have the same model, just a 2018. I had 50k on it when I got it, and I’m about to hit 100k next week. Zero issues so far; it’s an awesome ride.

That’s great to hear!

You’re not officially in the club until your dues are paid, and you don’t own a KIA.

Addison said:
You’re not officially in the club until your dues are paid, and you don’t own a KIA.

Haha!

Ty said:
I have the same one, and I love it! What are your plans?

I’m thinking about lift kits, and beefy wheels and tires.