Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer

Daniel David Palmer wrote:
> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I 
> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.

> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my 
> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on 
> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is 
> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and 
> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000 
> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative 
> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
> 
> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the

> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my 
> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
> 
> What would you do?

Drive it till the wheels fall off! I drive an old '94 explorer and smile 
all the way to the bank. People spend way too much money on new cars 
every few years, there's no need for a new car if you're happy with your 
  present car unless repair costs exceed it's value. Then buy a good 
used one. You'll save 10s of thousands of dollars.