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1996 Ford Windstar User Reviews

1996 Ford Windstar Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 5 reviews

  • Performance:3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars 3 / 5
  • Appearance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Build Quality:3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars3 out of 5 stars 3 / 5
  • Overall:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5

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Scott writes:
1996 Ford Windstar 3 Dr LX Passenger Van Review
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Roomy interior.

Cons

Very poor transmission!

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1996 Ford Windstar Van — This was a nightmare to own. In the two years we had this van, the tranmission had to be replaced twice. After the second time, we traded this lemon in! The van was roomy inside, but not particularly comfortable. Styling was boring inside and out. Handling and ride were less than stellar. Performance was horrible and gas milage was even worse!

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Jennifer writes:
1996 Ford Windstar 3 Dr GL Passenger Van Review
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its the best car every

Cons

if u cant drive a boat

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Best Car Ive Ever Owned — living with personality, blown head gasket 100,000 miles ago and still running! check engine light is always on, and the open door light too, needs new tires, engine, and gas censor, gets an amazing 5 miles/gallon. i love itt

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Steve4347 writes:
1996 Ford Windstar 3 Dr LX Passenger Van Review
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Nice ride, comfortable good on long trips

Cons

Overheats, have to check thermostat and guage all the time.

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Ford Windstar Van — Bought like new condition, low miles. All options, fully loaded. Rides like a cadillac and goes like snot. Was in perfect condition. Had a major problem with it last week I need to figure out. The oil pan blew off when I went to start it! Has anybody ever heard of such a thing??

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Yevette writes:
1996 Ford Windstar 3 Dr GL Passenger Van Review
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Lots of space.

Cons

Would have been nice to be able to reposition two back seats.

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Had The Room When We Needed It. — A lot of room when you have car seats and booster seats for 3 little ones; and all the gear that goes with them. We could pack all kinds of things in that van...always had plenty of room.

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scorpionsjewel writes:
1996 Ford Windstar 3 Dr GL Passenger Van Review
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Great Vehicle When You Get Past The Tranny Problems. — I love my van but i have had nothing but problems since i have got it.Every time i fix one thing another thing more serious pops up.

Owner for 0 years, 4 months

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Cost $2,925 Average Instant Market Value $2,901 Average Instant Market Value $3,538 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 23 22 24
Horsepower 147 158 150
Crash Test Rating 5 3 3
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.8 41.2 41.2

Reviews From Other Years

2003 Ford Windstar Reviews

Great Family Hauler By Rhobbs

commuted 70 miles a day in this mini van. Comfortable and easy to drive. it is on a car chassis instead of a truck chassis so the ride is softer. also, it is low to the ground and easier to get into t... Read More

Disgusting By CXT_1244

dont EVER get this car . it is horrible , unless you like soccer mum vheicles ... the look is disgusting, adn the inside is like a small living room...like i said, if you like soccer mum cars then thi... Read More

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2002 Ford Windstar Reviews

No Complains By Rob

This was one really nice van, inside and out. Sport version so it had the sport wheels, fog lights and a spoiler. Inside there was a vcr with a screen so the kids could watch movies, they really enjoy... Read More

My 2002 Ford Windstar Lx By Jeter02

This van seats 7 comfortably. The ride is great, and doesn't have that van or truck feel. It has all of the options that you would want in a minivan, and lots of storage. Taking long trips with the fa... Read More

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2001 Ford Windstar Reviews

Efficient And Reliable 7 Passenger Vehicle By jonflournoy

The car fit our family very well. Plenty of cargo space to haul our belongings. Very safe and reliable. Front wheel drive handled well in all types of weather. Above average gas mileage. Heat/air... Read More

I Wouldn't Be Driving It If I Hadn't Bought It From A Trusted Friend Who Had Just Rebuilt Engn, Tran By williecp

I love the acceleration, and braking. Good for a van. Here's the list of things I DON'T like: the AM radio is drowned out in static whenever I turn on the AC or Heater motor. Also, I can sometim... Read More

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2000 Ford Windstar Reviews

Its A Ford It Has To Be Good By Merrillyn

I love the comfort while driving and I really like the room. The outside is good to look at and still have a business look The handling is great for a big vehicle, cost of maintenance is a little high... Read More

2000 Ford Windstar By Mark

powerful v6, heavy braking like all vans being 10 yrs old with lots of travelling on it it needed a new engine after about 110, but nothing else major never any squeeks or rattles typical consevative ... Read More

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1999 Ford Windstar Reviews

Ok But Definately Not Worth What Ive Put In It By Tashina

body sucks, fuel mileage sucks, rusting undercarriage, child locks dont work right, getting to the spark plugs is a pain in the rear, flap for heating element in the front broke so no heat up front-wt... Read More

Great, And Reliable! By el_cs_15

I probably listed more things wrong with it than right but this van is GREAT. It has taken me and my family across the country and back. It easy to put miles behind you when you drive it, it's very co... Read More

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