I bought my 2002 Ford Windstar van used. It had 150,000 miles on it, and in the two years I have owned it, I put another 45,000 miles on it. For the first year, I used the van to deliver pizzas, and I drove it quite a bit. The van has never needed any major repairs. I've had to keep on the oil changes and replace the tires twice and brakes three times. I Also needed to replace the gaskets on the intake manifold in order to get the van to pass inspection this year, because apparently this model of vehicle has a common problem with the gaskets wearing out, allowing the system to become too lean (too much air is allowed to enter the air/fuel mix going to the engine). Other than this relatively minor and fairly inexpensive job, I've had no complaints about the performance of the van. As for design - well, I have two children and four nephews, and I have been able to carry myself, my wife, and all six children comfortably to parks and outings! It's a perfect family vehicle - lots of room and great Ford performance.

This is a very comfortable vehicle. Room for seven passengers total with no cramped legs or arms stuck in your sides! Large cargo space in the rear provides plenty of room for luggage, sports equipment, or groceries. Gives a comfortable and smooth ride. Exceptionally low gas mileage for a larger vehicle. High quality audio components give that stereo sound your kids will love!! There is literally nothing I don't like about this van!

The Ford Windstar is an affordable, reliable, comfortable van. We have had very minimal problems with this vehicle since we have had it the last 3 years. It is easy for the kids to get in and out of it and is easy to move the car seats around. It is nice to be able to fit 7 people in this vehicle. The trunk space is not very big so it is sometimes hard to fit the kids and luggage in when traveling and is kind of a pain when grocery shopping. The gas mileage is not great since it is a van but it is worth it to have the extra room. There are not many special features to it but that is alright also since I just need it to run. This vehicle drives smoothly. The heater, air conditioner, and heating units for the window work great. The sliding doors is nice to have but they do not always work right. It is nice to have lights and back air controls in the vehicle for the kids. I like how the seats can go down or be taken out for added room. I would have liked this van to have the stow and go seats though.