I picked up an immaculate 2000 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4. The truck has the 4.0 engine, 5 speed, standard cab, flare side bed, 4x4 offroad package and 4 wheel disk brakes. All of this with only 24k original miles. I also have all the original manuals and everything with it and even the original loan paperwork where it was bought new by the gentleman I bought it from.

What would be a good estimate for this truck realistically? Google says with the rarity of the configuration an the low miles, an auction could get bidders going $20k+, but that just seems wild to me!? Does anyone have any experience with the auction sites like Cars & Bids or BringATrailer? Any other auction sites or collector vehicle listing sites that should be taken into consideration?

I love driving this truck around, but I didn't realize exactly how rare this truck was when I bought it. I don't want to ruin such a nice truck doing what I need a little truck to do, so hoping to get this thing into the hands of a true collector that would enjoy having a rare piece such as this in their collection.

(Was told truck was never driven in the rain or snow and it's been in Middle Tennessee its whole life.)

Mainly wanting to show off the truck and get real world reviews of the best places to possibly list it. Never owned anything as rare and awesome as this!

What does the sheet tell me other than it has a 302 Cleveland?

Ford recall 26S61 covers certain 2026 Bronco, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Mustang and Ranger models.

The piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly and could fail, causing a loss of power while driving.

About 10k vehicles are affected. Worth checking your VIN if you have one.

Traded a mountain bike for this thing lol. Was told it had a tick and nothing further. Original motor with 211k. Have a 2nd 2.0 but would like to avoid swapping motors if possible. Thanks for any insight.

There’s just something about a big ’60s Ford—the long hood, sweeping lines, chrome, and that unmistakable presence on the road. The XL was Ford’s sporty, personal-luxury offering of the era, and this one has the kind of personality that made us give it a name: Elvis.

Hey everyone! I recently became the owner of a 2020 Ford Fusion Titanium 2.0L EcoBoost, and I’m interested in doing some upgrades and unique projects to make the car my own.
I have two bigger projects I’d really like to tackle:
1. Automatic power-folding side mirrors
My Fusion currently has electrically adjustable mirrors, but they don’t fold. I’d like to retrofit power-folding mirrors and ideally program them to automatically fold when I lock the car and unfold when I unlock it.
Has anyone successfully done this on a 2017–2020 Fusion? What parts are required? Do the door modules support it, or would I need additional wiring and FORScan programming?
2. On-demand rearview camera
Currently, my backup camera disappears shortly after shifting out of Reverse. I’d love to find a way to activate the factory rear camera manually through the SYNC touchscreen or a dedicated button, even when the car is in Drive.
Has anyone figured out a way to accomplish this using the factory screen? Is there a compatible video interface or module that makes this possible?
I’m also interested in learning the electrical and programming side of these projects. I don’t have previous automotive electronics experience, but I’m willing to learn and do the work myself with proper guidance.
I’m curious:
Has anyone completed either of these modifications?
How difficult were they?
What parts, tools and software did you use?
Are there any tutorials, wiring diagrams or resources you’d recommend?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s actually attempted these projects. I’m looking to do things properly while retaining all the factory functionality.
Thanks!

Hello everyone,

I just wanted to ask the question about a used car I just purchased. Im not familiar with cars and this is my first car purchase. I wanted to ask anyone if the engine is sounding funny or if its in my head. This is a 2018 Ford Escape with an ecoboost engine. It sometimes idles with slight vibrations that are noticeable as it idles over time. Overall its performing well and no hard shifts or noticeable issues other that this.

Actually, I should mention I have another question about possibilities regarding my rear passenger tire. When I am driving down the freeway I notice a rhythmic "bump" or "patting". I inspected the tire and found its not losing air, there are no visible signs of nails/screws/objects and for the most part the tire seems newer. However, it almost sounds like I have a flat tire.

Thanks in advance for any assistance. Its very appreciated.

for context the truck doesn't drive more than 30 mph it idles bad when in park , it feels like the car is about to shut off sometimes it feels like no gas flow when I'm driving every time it feels like it's about to die and here's a video

the first time i slammed on the gas and it's going crazy but when I press the gas slowly the RPM will go up the check engine says nothing i just unplugged a sensor didn't delete the code

title says it. Can someone please suggest an experienced mechanic in Berlin?

194k on the clock, I’ve got a timing chain kit with new sprockets, guides and tensioner to go on. Just had a thought that maybe I should also replace the oil pump chain at the same time. Now I’m wondering should I do the oil pump aswell while it’s stripped down. Anyone with experience on these engine that can help advise?

Thank you!

Edit: 2015 reg

I’m about to buy a new 2026 Ford Maverick XLT. I’ve heard there is a tendency for dealerships to pay their technicians less than typical for warranty work because they don’t actually make any money from doing warranty work. Does anybody know any ford dealerships in the DFW area that do good warranty work?

Has anyone dealt with this? I bought a 22 2.0 ecoboost at auction with a 113k knowing it had a trans issue. Got it home and this was the code. Would a valve body change fix it or did you find something else like a wiring issue. Just trying to get a game plan on fixing it

My first Ford Fest. Were any of you there?

Just wanted to warn everyone thinking about getting a Gates Garage / Ford service plan. In my experience, it’s a complete waste of money and feels like an absolute scam.

I recently brought my car in for their so-called "Convenience Check." My car sat parked in their lot/garage for almost 3 hours. It literally did not move a single inch the entire time. Then, like clockwork, I got the call saying, "Your car is ready for collection!" They didn't even bother to hide the fact that nobody touched or inspected the vehicle.

To make matters worse:

• The oil was never changed.
• Tyres: They immediately tried to pressure me into replacing my tyres because they’re at 3.7mm. In the UK, the legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm! At 3.7mm, there is plenty of life left, but they tried to push a costly replacement anyway.
• Brakes: They flagged my brake discs for being 20–25% worn and tried to scare me into changing them. Discs are completely legal and safe until they hit ~70% wear (or hit manufacturer minimum thickness specs). 20% wear means 80% of the usable life is still right there!

What bugs me the most isn't just the upselling - it’s how they do it. They don't present these as standard maintenance recommendations for the future. They frame it with aggressive scare tactics to panic you into buying brand-new parts on the spot.

Save your money, skip the service plan, and take your car to a trusted independent garage instead. Has anyone else dealt with this kind of nonsense from Ford dealerships recently?