SIstomper said: Reliability is not a word any Ford owner should throw around, lucky should be used for lack of a better term Click to expand...

^ I think it depends on the persons experience. We had a ford econoline from 1978 until 1994 that required no major repairs and was still on its original engine and trans 300,000 miles later. Then a 1994 Ranger that was just sold in 2013 that had over 250,000 miles on it with no major repairs. Then my first 2001 focus, 200,000 miles no major repairs. Then my 2005 Saleen focus which had no major repairs up to 140,000 miles until i traded it in on my Focus ST which is now at 35,000 miles. Only problem i have had so far was a faulty Turbo that went at 7k (covered under warranty and has been fine since). For me, thats a damn fine track record. But as with any brand, your experiences may vary.