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#1 of 516 Nobody talks about Aerostars anymore by selu Jan 19, 1998 (7:34 am)
I used to own a '91 Ford Aerostar, extended length. Unfortunately, we bought it only three years ago, and shortly afterwards all the magazines mentioned that 1991 was a lemon model year. Was it ever! We also got rooked by a dealer that has a reputation in Westchester. What did we know? We were just a couple of cynical city-slickers, waiting to be hosed. The truck was sold to us with a bad battery, balding tires and a leaky power steering hose. I blew the power steering motor driving it back to the dealer. Try driving THAT for a while! During the next year and a half we had the transmission done twice, the AC done twice (that blew on our way down to Florida), the exhaust system replaced, the brake shoes, cylander, and some other stuff I can't remember. For some stupid reason, I just loved the van. It had so much room! I could put a double stroller and two bicycles in the back with no problem. All I wanted was a new or used Aerostar. Once it was discontinued, my husband refused to allow me to buy   one. We now have a '98 Grand Cravan SE, and all I can do is think of the Aerostar. Somebody please tell me how your van is doing!!! I'm just sick with reading (just now, mind you) about the reliability problems with the Grand Caravan transmission. Replies to this message: rummer (Mar 13, 2005 5:19 pm) ncposey (May 01, 2005 7:13 pm) fordfan4 (Apr 21, 2005 6:44 pm) greekdriver (Jul 28, 2005 10:49 am) tbellmore (Nov 13, 2005 4:58 pm) dunedune (Apr 30, 2006 6:22 am) dfreeborn (May 29, 2006 8:27 am) overloadedjc88 (Jul 09, 2006 5:28 pm) pure1 (Nov 23, 2007 6:47 am)
#2 of 516 suzyq by suzyq Jan 19, 1998 (8:28 pm)
selu,      We also used to have an '89 Aerostar (Eddie Baur) and loved it. It wasn't an extended version, but that but have been even better. We bought it used and had it for four years. We also had alot of a/c problems along with various electrical problems. We never had transmission problems and after reading some of the information in these conferences I think it was because we had the towing package on it.      We, regretfully, gave it up almost two years ago, because the electrical problems really started to worry us about how much longer the van had. Now we want to get another mini-van, but are very discouraged with the reliability of them. I don't know what we will end up with, but we are really considering a full size van at this point.      Our kids (we have 3) still pine for our Aerostar. They really loved the way the two bench seats would lay flat. I miss it too, but not the trouble we had with it. I have been praying we will end up with the right van or mini-van.
#3 of 516 jboater by jboater Jan 20, 1998 (9:45 pm)
To Suzyq: If a full size van is a consideration, please read my post in topic #26. My '97 Ford/Coachmen now has 1100 miles on it and my opinion remains unchanged.
#4 of 516 geh--1992 aerostar by geh Feb 12, 1998 (7:15 pm)
I am looking at a '92 Aerostar Eddie Bauer extended van. It has 154,000 miles. owner says never any major problems. He has changed the refridgerant over to new type. It has lots of room, with the two captain chairs in rear and bench seat way back. Also has LED dashboard. I have been seeing on TSB a/c, tran, brake promlems. Are these isolated cases? Anybody have any advice for this peticular year. He is asking $5500.00 Thanks for your help.. Grant
#5 of 516 goon by goon Feb 13, 1998 (7:34 am)
I bought a 91 Aerostar awd. The van has been quite reliable. It now has 90000 miles on it and still looks brand new. I have replaced the water pump 2 times in a year. It has the towing package and 4.0 liter motor. I have worried about the tranny eventually going, but I understand that with awd they are a little more reliable. After being in an Astro I would take the aerostar any day. It has a nice ride and feel and isn't so tinny. Anybody have any insight as to what repairs (major) I can anticipate with this vehicle in the near future?
#6 of 516 eel by eel Mar 05, 1998 (4:03 pm)
I have a 96 windstar. I am thinking of trading it for a new 97 aerostar,regular length with sport pkg. I want the rear wheel drive in order to tow a small rv. Is this a good van?
#7 of 516 raddad by raddad May 14, 1998 (4:26 am)
we really like the roomy aerostar, with electronic 4wd, but upon looking for one, used, the dealers say the 4wd isn't reliable and gets costly to repair. Am looking for any yr, xlt 4wd. can anyone tell us if they've experienced any trouble. thanks Replies to this message: butchybutch (May 14, 2006 4:03 pm)
#8 of 516 Goldgary by Goldgary May 30, 1998 (1:05 am)
I just purchased a used 90 Aerostar with 102K, Eddie Bauer 4wd, ext length. A lot of normal stuff needed to be replaced mostly front end stuff. I found out it had trasmission worked on but I dont know to what extent. Not sure what other major promlems it has had..I like it so far. The kids like it too. How many people out there that has excessive miles on the clock? And what eles can I expect to go wrong with this van.
#9 of 516 isotope by isotope May 30, 1998 (1:48 am)
My 1989 Aerostar has 136,000 miles on it. I bought it used four years ago and have put over $3500 in repairs. If these haven't been worked on you can expect them to fail? Repairs in past 12 months: Air conditioning: Major Expensive Repair Brakes: Entire system, including rotors,          calipers and master cylinder ($1000). Fuel Pump: Expensive repair. Universal Joints: Inexpensive repair (Under $150) Power Windows: not yet repaired Fuel Gauge: not yet repaired The van seems to run just fine. I bought it at 65,000 miles, and have always changed the oil and filter every 3000 miles. I have a question for anyone else out there. How many miles can I expect to get on the 3.0 engine? Replies to this message: bwolter (Nov 13, 2004 5:14 pm)
#10 of 516 isotope by isotope May 30, 1998 (1:55 am)
Oh, I forgot: About 18 months ago I had to replace the power steering. That was expensive too. But I agree with what others have said. I really like my Aerostar and all the room it has. I can fit two full-size bikes upright in the back of my extended van. You can't do that with any other van. I wish they still made it. good luck with your van. Just set aside about $100/month for repairs and you'll do fine.

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