Faults:

I have had this car for over 13 years so most of the routine minor stuff has been changed out, including the engine and the transmission; however, the body and the interior remain in great condition. I had over 240,000 miles on the original engine and over 230,000 on the transmission before I changed those items out.

General Comments:

This is not a perfect vehicle, but it is a great vehicle.

I couldn't stand to part with it when I wore out the original engine after over 240,000 miles, so I decided it was worth the investment to replace the engine to keep this fine vehicle on the road.

It is extremely agile, easy to park and quite comfortable.

I consider it a safe vehicle, the window design, that wraps around the vehicle with little obstruction on the sides, helps to ensure safe driving.

The seats, what can I say, they are so comfortable, like my favorite recliner.

I have a couple late model vehicles, but they just don't seem to provide the level of comfort that the old Bronco II provides.

Faults:

In thirteen years, remarkably few things have gone wrong.

Only one real breakdown when the oil pressure gage sending unit blew out at about 80,000 miles(costs only a few dollars).

Original Firestone tires kept getting leaks from small nail punctures, so switched to Good Year with no problems since.

Replaced the battery a few times.

Replaced the starter and clutch once.

Replaced the alternator twice.

Replaced the valve cover gaskets once.

General Comments:

My all-time favorite vehicle.

It's still a great-looking truck and incredibly fun to drive.

I love the 5-speed manual transmission. Very smooth. It's the original and I've had no problems with it.

Seats are still comfortable. I like them better than the huge motorized seats Explorers come with these days.

Faults:

No failures of any kind.

Thermal fan clutch had to be replaced at 142900 miles and that's all.

Performed regular oil changes at 3 -4 thousand each. (Castrol 10W30)

This vehicle is driven hard and uses low octane fuel. (Phillips 66)

Average mileage per day - 50 miles.

Average mileage - 20 miles / Gallon.

Faults:

The clutch went out, I had it repaired by the dealer at cost.

The C-V drive-shaft has broken twice, once due to dealer incompetence when repairing the clutch.

The alternator failed, resulting in a "Found on round dead" situation.

Wind shield leak due to stereo system modifications.

Minor brake failures, non-dangerous.

It was stolen, but that was my fault for leaving the keys in it. I'd like to thank the Myrtle Beach P.D. for returning it more or less unharmed.

General Comments:

The Ford Bronco II XLT Model is a marvel of engineering. With the 2.9 liter fuel injected engine, acceleration remains quick while fuel economy is maintained. With proper aftermarket tires, wheels and shocks installed, the Twin I-beam front suspension allows for tight cornering at mid-range speeds with manageable control. The experienced driver can definitely have a home inside the spacious four passenger cabin.

Steering wheel tilt, intermediate wiper settings, electric door locks and windows, air conditioning, hydraulic clutch, rear anti-lock brakes and other such high tech features make the XLT a luxurious, affordable, and powerful passenger vehicle.

Four the other part of the population, the tight ratio warn transfer case powered four-wheel drive system teamed up with the Ford signature suspension system make for a very unique vehicle. Safer, softer, and more versatile than Jeeps, the Bronco II was definitely a breed of its own.