Example carScratch repair for a 2003 Ford Explorer
Scratch repair for the 2003 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
- 13.8 to 15.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
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 2003 Ford Explorer for scratch repair
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2003 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 | 4.6 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,950 | US$4,200 | US$4,325 | US$4,367 | US$4,450 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,278 | $4,558 | $4,712 | $4,774 | $4,868 | $4,868 |
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 2003 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 2 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 1,274 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (404), power train (369) and engine and engine cooling (82). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V442000 | 2004-09-13 | structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LIFTGATE GLASS STRUT MAY BECOME DISENGAGED OR THE HINGE MAY FRACTURE ALLOWING THE GLASS TO FALL AND POSSIBLY BREAK. |
| 03V094000 | 2003-03-07 | structure | CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The work on your Explorer
For scratch repair on the 2003 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.
Your Explorer, up close
Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. As an SUV, it has more paint, glass and interior than a small car, so the work takes longer. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; a repair visit is a good moment to ask whether each was done.
Booking the work
If the job turns out larger, we ask you before doing more. Send the year, the trim and what you want done; photos make the price more accurate. You can add a rental to the same request.
Need a car meanwhile?
We collect the rental when your car is ready. We bring the rental to you and collect it later. Delivery covers the Toronto area, priced by distance in your offer; pickup from us is free.
Why prices differ
We explain the price in plain words if anything is unclear. For repairs, the price depends on the parts, the paint and the hours of work. Older paint or heavy wear can mean more preparation before the main work.
Aftercare
Keep the invoice with your records; it helps when you sell the car. Park out of direct sun when you can to protect paint and interior.
Planning around the work
You can plan the rental for the same number of days as the work. If the car must stay overnight, we tell you before it comes in.
On the day
Ask any question you have before the work starts. If you need a rental, add it to the request so it is ready when you arrive. Arrive at the time we confirm, so the work can start on schedule.
Next step
Ask for a quote today; it is free.
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 2003 Ford Explorer
Can I rent a car while my 2003 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 2003 Ford Explorer?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.