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Re: Interested in buying Aviator [jeyhoe]
by surgeon2
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Jul 13, 2007 (5:20 am)
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Replying to: jeyhoe (Jul 12, 2007 2:23 pm)
I live in NOVA and we do not get a ton of snow but there are times when we can get quite a bit and I hope the Aviator can handle a good bit when I need it, anyone driven theres in a couple inches of snow or more??
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- #1846 of 1888
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Re: Interested in buying Aviator [surgeon2]
by jeyhoe
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Jul 13, 2007 (7:36 am)
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Replying to: surgeon2 (Jul 13, 2007 5:20 am)
Where's NOVA?
If a couple inches once in a while is all, I dont think I'd worry about it. Others with more knowledge will hopefully chime in. I recall one msg where someone has a 2WD Aviator with traction control and they claimed good handling in snow. AWD can only be better.
The Aviators, while beautiful and capable vehicles, have had their share of problems. Get all the maintenance records if u can. I would buy a Ford extended warrantee as well. Best.
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- #1847 of 1888
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Re: Interested in buying Aviator [jeyhoe]
by surgeon2
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Jul 13, 2007 (7:59 am)
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Replying to: jeyhoe (Jul 13, 2007 7:36 am)
Northern Virgina, I am about a half an hour outside of DC. Yea I am worried about there share of problems, I am going to check one out tomorrow from a ford dealership, its an 04 with 40 thousand miles with navigation and they want a little over 21 for it.and of course they said they will work the warrantee into my payments. Any idea how much an extended warranty would cost?? Thanks again for you constant help.
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- #1848 of 1888
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Re: Interested in buying Aviator [surgeon2]
by akirby
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Jul 13, 2007 (8:45 am)
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Replying to: surgeon2 (Jul 13, 2007 7:59 am)
Typically they're $1500 - $2000 depending on what's covered and the deductible. Normally I don't advocate them but I might make an exception in this case.
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- #1849 of 1888
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Re: Interested in buying Aviator [akirby]
by scootertrash
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Jul 14, 2007 (5:51 am)
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Replying to: akirby (Jul 13, 2007 8:45 am)
only accept a real Ford warranty- not an aftermarket one.
Here's where I buy mine- no one can touch their prices: Ford Warranty Link
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Re: Interested in buying Aviator [surgeon2]
by jd1017
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Sep 28, 2007 (12:28 pm)
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Replying to: surgeon2 (Jul 12, 2007 12:05 pm)
I bought my '03 Aviator new and it has been wonderful. I've had no troubles with it at all. (only negative is the gas mileage, 12 -14 avg...ouch, and a crack on the lift gate, fixed by dealer) I'm very disapointed this model was discontinued, hate the look of the new Nav and MKX or whatever they call it, it's no Lexus. I pick up my new Escalade next week, very sharp and hopefully the've worked out the electronics. Hate to leave Lincoln (20+ years)but they seem to be leaving nice design and styling at the curb. Good luck
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- #1851 of 1888
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Recall - coil
by topeagle
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Oct 08, 2007 (5:01 pm)
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I have an '03 Aviator with 22k; received recall notice on coil (mine had just started to miss). Dealer replaced coil last Wednesday and now it is worse than before. Do they use original replacement or a coil that has been modified to fix the problem? Does anyone know if they will continue to replace coils on the same vehicle?
I have had good service from my dealer, including the rear whine fix but I never get any warranty repair papers for any of their work! When I complete the 'survey' calls I inform them of the absence of warranty repair paperwork. Hey, one of you guys might require proof of recall work when you purchase my ride! Any input?
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- #1852 of 1888
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Re: aviator engine misfire...79K miles [akirby]
by topeagle
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Oct 13, 2007 (5:53 pm)
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Replying to: akirby (Jul 01, 2007 4:47 pm)
I posted last week about my '03 Aviator with 22k that appears to misfire and I thought it was related to the coil problem. But the mechanic told me each cylinder has a coil? They have tested it twice and found no problems with the coils. If that is the case,I would expect to loose rpms or horsepower but this misfire is more like the older coils when they heat up and engine cuts out for a second or two and worsens with time. My problem seems to be mainly within the first 10-15 minutes after start-up and on a level surface at about 40-42 mph but not accelerating. It seems to shift fine when accelerating and going through its normal shifting sequence. Maybe the OD is hesitating locking in? It didn't do this when new. The condition seems to be getting worse. I have another appointment this week and they are going to keep the car. I didn't see any postings similar to this. Any ideas? Thanks in advance for your time and expertise.
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- #1853 of 1888
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Self-Help Works Best Aviator '03
by topeagle
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Oct 22, 2007 (3:30 pm)
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Thought I would respond to myself since no one else did. The root cause of the hesitation/misfire was two bad coils. Just turned 20k (not 22k). Didn't show up on bench testing so after the 2nd visit, dealer took it for a test drive. N/C since covered under the recall notice. FYI.
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- #1854 of 1888
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First Car
by carlover20
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Oct 22, 2007 (5:14 pm)
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I am in High School and looking for my first car to get me through college and then some. I have been researching about it and it is a very good car except for the reliability. But i figure most of the problems have been fixed and since it is based on the Ford Explorer it with be easy to fix. i have found one for $15,000 with 60,000 miles on it. All suggestions are welcome.
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