I scored a 1997 Ranger for $2,000

My cousin is giving me his high rack and blind. We’re going to see if we can modify it to fit the Ranger.

The only problem with the rangers is the rear suspension. I’ve owned 4 over the years since 89. Get some serious helper springs for the rear and you’ll be good to go. Otherwise just stepping on the tailgate drops it 3-4”. I can’t imagine what a top heavy rack would do in a little wind. You can’t tear them up, I’ve tried.

i had a hired man that probably could have, he could tear up a sledge hammer in pile of sand

Nice vehicle. I had a 1989 extended cab. 4X4 with 6 cylinder and 4 speed manual transmission. Gas mileage was lousy b today’s standards, only averaged 14-15 mpg.
Good luck with your new truck.

Ranger 4x4 $ 2000. heck of a good deal.

No offense please and maybe its just my lack of vehicle buying experience along with no mechanical skills but when I pay only 2000 for any vehicle I never attach the words scored or good deal until ive had it a year or so. I actually just yesterday watched with my 101 yr old Mom the Andy Griffith episode when Barney bought his first car- it did not go well! Not trying to jinx you and I would say that about ANY vehicle and best of luck.

Cool deal, I sold two ATV's back in 2017 and bought a 1994 Toyota 4Runner for 2500 and its still going strong, heat, air and great lease / farm..... enjoy!

turbo tj has it right.
Can't get a decent SXS for that price !
Plus cab, heat & air.
"I think you done good"

Nice find!!

UPDATE: We finally put the seats on today.