2006 Ford Econoline Unknown

The last time the Ford Econoline cargo van, or E-Series cargo van, underwent a full redesign, George Bush was president. No, not W, but the original no new taxes edition. How far back was this? Well, Ford still made the Festiva, the Tempo and the original Probe if that gives you any indication. There's more to the Econoline's staying power than Ford simply sticking with a product that has been the No. 1-selling full-size van since 1980 (although that certainly has something to do with it). For upfitters, or those who turn E-Series vans into commercial vehicles like rental car shuttles and the Channel 5 Eyewitness News van, any change to the Econoline's basic structure and dimensions means they also have to change the dimensions and tooling of their customizations. As such, the Econoline has received only minor changes over the years, the most significant of which occurred for 1997 with major engine and interior updates, and for 2008 when it received a radical new grille along with steering, brake and suspension improvements. The result is a cargo van that looks different, but is still very much the same. For many E-Series customers, that is the best news of all. Although it's hard to tell from the outside, there are a few notable differences between the latest Econoline and older models. Econolines from 2008 and newer benefit from modifications to the steering, braking and suspension systems to improve driving dynamics. Load-carrying capacity was also boosted. The next year saw a long-awaited interior redesign and additional optional features. In 1997, the Ford Econoline Cargo underwent its first significant upgrade. The dashboard was redesigned for meet the latest Ford interior standards. (Some switchgear and gauges have changed slightly over time.) The exterior was also freshened to match Ford's ongoing oval theme. Items like a tilt steering wheel, antilock brakes and passenger front airbag were added at the turn of the century. In 2003, the E-Series was given another grille design to match the latest F-Series Super Duty truck. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of these data, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify any information in question with a dealership sales representative.