1999 Ford Taurus SE review from North America
"Okay, but starting to be a pain in my side"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
WE had the alternator replaced last year and of course it failed 1 month after the warranty had expired. Up until this point we didn't have to do any repairs other than regular upkeep.
Now we replaced the alternator for the second time and less than ONE WEEK later the power steering failed. Strange how the alternator sits on top of the power steering, but it must just be a coincidence.
It now is currently in the shop with that hopefully being not too major, but the technician did say that with the way the fluid looked it may be the rack-in pinion steering. Now THAT is not going to sit well with my finances.
After the tune up that they are also doing... we will have spent almost $1000.00 on a car on still have over $4000.00 yet to pay on. I'm hoping this is the end of the repairs until I have it paid off.
Another big gripe on this car is the door/window seals. I cannot go through the car wash without have literally a rain shower drench my left leg. I go down the freeway and the wind howling through the seals is almost deafening. I hope to get this fixed before winter, but the all the other recent repairs, I'm holding off.
General comments?
I love how it drives and it is pretty comfortable. With 2 small children its very economical and easy to cart everyone around.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Consider other choices |
| A reasonable used car for the money. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 67000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 133000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 20th September, 2007 |