1997 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer With Ford Racing 5.0l on 2040-cars
Port Monmouth, New Jersey, United States
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:5.0L 302Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Ford
Model: Explorer
Trim: Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Drive Type: AWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 127,544
Exterior Color: Red
Interior Color: Tan
Disability Equipped: No
Number of Cylinders: 8
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Up for auction is my '97 Explorer. The truck runs and drives like a top. I'm getting rid of it because I got a different truck and don't need it anymore. I've had the truck since last spring. I bought it with a blown motor and replaced it with the M6007-x50 engine from Ford Racing along with several other parts along the way. I also bought the truck with some body damage that I never repaired which I will address further on in the description. Mechanically the only issue with the truck is an ABS problem I haven't addressed. The code is for B1202: Rear dump valve circuit malfunction. The truck is still used on a ocasionaly, so the mileage will be slightly higher.
Mechanical: The truck runs and drives true. No wondering, no vibration. I've put 10K miles on the new engine. When I changed the engine I changed some parts with it which I will list. Engine/trans mounts. Torque Monster headers, 3" Mac catback exhaust, and hollowed secondary cats. The suspension was overhauled at the same time because I did a TT lift. I replaced the front shocks with stock Monroes. The rear I used Superlift shocks with a longer stroke to accommodate the longer play from using Warrior shackles. I also replaced the rear springs, spring plates, all rear hardware, both front upper control arms, and front sway bar links. American Racing 15x8 aluminum wheels with BFG AT/TA 31X10.50X15s and full time spare on the stock alloy wheel. The truck came with the 3.73 LS rear, but not the towing package. Early this summer I had the D/S CV shaft replaced.
Exterior: As mentioned the truck has some body damage. There is a large dent in the P/S fender. The paint has chipped here but it has not rusted. There small dent in the front P/S of the hood right behind the bull bar that has rusted. Below this is a crack in the header panel underneath the grill and a small gouge in the plastic in the bumper. I believe this was all caused by the bull bar being pushed into the truck but it all happened before I owned the truck so I can't be positive. The D/S of the truck appears to have been keyed across both doors and into the quarter panel, no rust here. There is rust on the back of both sill panels under the rear doors. It's not that extensive so it should still be manageable. There is a bulbar on the front with detachable brush guards over the headlights, I do not know the brand. The truck has the tracks for a roof rack, but I do not have the cross bars.
Interior: The interior is in ok shape overall. The drivers seat has a tear in the stitching on the bottom but the seat is very much in one piece. The other seats are all in good condition as well as the carpet and roof. The slider for the sunroof has the liner dropping off of it. The door panels, side panels, and dash are all in great shape. The vents on the lift gate panel are cracked on one side. All the windows work. The P/S/F window is alittle slow. The Blend door motor clicks, I've read its not a terrible repair but it doesn't bother me so I didn't bother fixing it. Heat and A/C work properly both in the front and back. Both front seats are power with power lumber and both work properly. The shift indicator is out of adjustment and I haven't gotten around to fix it.
Any other questions feel free to message me and I will answer them as best I can. I can also provide more pictures upon request.
The truck is listed for pickup only however I can tow it within a reasonable distance at purchaser cost. Please speak with me prior to auction ending if your interested in this.
The truck is being sold as is with no warranty. I have described the truck to the best of my ability.
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