Hi all, I’m looking around on Facebook Marketplace for a Ford Explorer Limited because of the third-row seating. I keep seeing them listed between $7K and $12K, with mileage ranging from 80K to 150K.
To all the Ford Explorer owners out here… would you recommend this car? My wife loves the space and the design, but I’ve heard mixed opinions about Fords. Can’t be worse than her 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, right?
All models come with third-row seating. If you don’t care much about the extras in the Limited trim (like a sunroof, larger infotainment screen, and heated leather seats), you can save some money by looking for an XLT.
At those mileages, especially over 100K, you’ll want to confirm if the water pump has been replaced. That’s a common and pretty expensive repair.
Overall, it depends on what you’re looking for. I had a 2011 XLT, bought used but with AWD, heated seats, and a bigger screen. It worked great for us until we had our third kid.
@Hollis
Thanks for the heads up about the water pump! By the way, what made you get rid of it, and how many miles were on it when you traded it in?
Gray said:
@Hollis
Thanks for the heads up about the water pump! By the way, what made you get rid of it, and how many miles were on it when you traded it in?
We needed something bigger after our third kid. Mid-size SUVs are fine for two kids, but three (especially with car seats) gets tricky. We bought it at 115K km and traded it in six years later at 185K km.
I read the title as you’re looking to buy a wife lol.
Tenny said:
I read the title as you’re looking to buy a wife lol.
Haha, I just reread the title, and I see what you mean. Good catch!
@Amari
I’m looking for one too, but most have super high mileage. How many miles does yours have?
Harlem said:
@Amari
I’m looking for one too, but most have super high mileage. How many miles does yours have?
Mine has just under 87K miles, and it’s a one-owner vehicle.
Harlem said:
@Amari
I’m looking for one too, but most have super high mileage. How many miles does yours have?
I also saw a white one in the Dallas area for around $20K, similar year and miles.
@Amari
I lost a good one with 80K miles that was going for $10K. Been searching for a white one too.
Harlem said:
@Amari
I lost a good one with 80K miles that was going for $10K. Been searching for a white one too.
Try using cars.com and putting in your filters. Depending on where you are, you should be able to find one.
@Amari
Thanks, I’ll check it out!
Harlem said:
@Amari
I lost a good one with 80K miles that was going for $10K. Been searching for a white one too.
Here’s a listing I came across: https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/cc905458-a57f-4f87-ae68-452131f0570a/
Oh wow, that’s a nice one!
Where are you located?
Devi said:
Where are you located?
I’m on Long Island, NY. A lot of the listings seem to be in the city (Bronx/Manhattan).
Devi said:
Where are you located?
I’m on Long Island, NY. A lot of the listings seem to be in the city (Bronx/Manhattan).
Dang, that’s a bit of a trek.
Devi said:
Where are you located?
I’m on Long Island, NY. A lot of the listings seem to be in the city (Bronx/Manhattan).
I’ve been looking too, but the Bronx reputation makes me hesitate before reaching out to sellers.
Every single thing I’ve bought on Facebook Marketplace has been garbage. I’d recommend using a more reliable app for used cars.