1999 Ford Expedition

In states where emissions regulations are considered tough, the 1999 Ford Expedition would be a wise choice for it has been certified as an LEV or a low emission vehicle. Having two successful series in their pockets already, the F150 and the Explorer, Ford added another winner to their long line of automotive triumphs. The Ford Expedition series is the result of combining some of the best features of the F150 and the Explorer. The Expedition derives most of its mechanical hardware from the heavy duty F150. This mixture proved to have a great result with the success of the 1999 Expedition in the market.

 

Two trims make up the Expedition series, the XLT and the Eddie Bauer. Visual variations between the two are confined to a minimum, but equipment differences offer the distinction. One attractive feature of the Expedition is its large and roomy interior which is ideal for big families or companies often ferrying employees to distant fields or sites. First-and second row occupants get separate heating, ventilation and air conditioning controls; a third set of controls for the third seat is optional.

 

The great thing about the Expedition is that it makes driving easy with the speed-sensitive variable-assist power steering and a precise light brake pedal feet. The Expedition’s long wheelbase adds safety and resistance from loosing control on irregular roads. For adventurous drivers who may, from time to time, drive through off beaten tracks shifting from a two-wheel drive to part-time four wheel drive, full-time four-wheel drive or low range-range four wheel drive comes only with a turn of the rotary knob. A prospective buyer has two engines to choose from, the 4.6 and the 5.8 V8s. Both engines are compatible to a four-speed automatic transmission. The 5.4-liter V8 produces 345 foot-pounds of torque, enabling it to pull loads of up to 8300 pounds. An Expedition 4x4 with the smaller 4.6-liter engine and big 17-inch wheels can only muster 5500 pounds.