Example carScratch repair for a 1997 Ford Explorer
Scratch repair for the 1997 Ford Explorer: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 13.1 to 16.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Special Purpose Vehicles
An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 1997 Ford Explorer for scratch repair
- Body: special purpose vehicles (EPA size class).
1997 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 5.0 L | 5.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$4,200 | US$4,325 | US$4,450 | US$4,800 | US$4,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,558 | $4,712 | $4,868 | $5,208 | $5,208 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1997 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,774 complaints with NHTSA, most often about tires (768), engine and engine cooling (232) and vehicle speed control (215). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09V399000 | 2009-10-13 | vehicle speed control | FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS... |
| 00V422000 | 2000-12-27 | vehicle speed control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES AND STILL RETAIN THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODY (PART NUMBERS 97JF-9E926AB OR 97JF-9E926-AC). SOME OF THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODIES INSTALLED ALLOWED A GAP BETWEEN THE PLATE AND BORE TO BE BUILT TOO NARROW. THIS REDUCED CLEARANCE ALLOWED THE... |
| 00V402000 | 2000-11-28 | suspension | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A FRONT SWAY BAR LINK CAN FRACTURE. |
| 00V168000 | 2000-06-19 | exterior lighting | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS, LIGHT PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. OFF LEASE CANADIAN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS WHICH MEET CANADIAN REQUIREMENTS AND NOT THE PHOTOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." ACCORDING TO FORD, THE VEHICLES... |
| 98V060000 | 1998-03-19 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAM ENGINES. THE ENGINE FUEL LINES CAN BE DAMAGED IF THE VEHICLE IS JUMP STARTED AND THE GROUND CABLE IS ATTACHED TO THE FUEL LINE BRACKET THAT IS LOCATED NEAR THE BATTERY. SINCE THE BRACKET IS NOT GROUNDED, THE STAINLESS STEEL... |
| 97V074000 | 1997-04-30 | vehicle speed control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALASKA, IDAHO, IOWA, MAINE, MICHIGAN (UPPER PENINSULA ONLY), MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING.... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1997 Ford Explorer: Scratch repair
For scratch repair on the 1997 Ford Explorer, it starts with a short request: what it needs and when. Light scratches can be polished out; deeper ones are filled and repainted.
Size and finish
A bigger body means more surface to work on, which shows in the time. Tell us the year and the trim; the details change from one to the next. Keep the repair invoice with the car's records.
Getting a quote
Send a few photos and the year and trim; that is enough for a first price. We reply within one business day with a time and a price. Tell us when the car is free and whether you can drop it off.
Your car is in; you are not stuck
Add a rental to your request, and we deliver it to you. A rental by the day covers the time your car is in. Delivery starts at $75 plus distance; collecting the car yourself is free.
Keeping it that way
Keep the invoice with your records; it helps when you sell the car. If anything about the work looks wrong after you collect the car, tell us.
How long you are without it
Small repairs can take hours; paint and collision work can take days. Book a little ahead for larger jobs; small ones can be quicker to schedule.
Getting the car ready
Bring the keys you use every day, and the wheel lock key if the car has one. Leave a phone number where we can reach you during the day. Ask any question you have before the work starts.
Pricing, plainly
For repairs, the price depends on the parts, the paint and the hours of work. The quote shows the price for your car and what it includes. Older paint or heavy wear can mean more preparation before the main work.
Questions first?
A person reads your request and replies with a price and a time.
Request scratch repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Scratch repair: the 1997 Ford Explorer
Can I rent a car while my 1997 Ford Explorer is in for scratch repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book scratch repair for my 1997 Ford Explorer?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.