1999 Ford Taurus LX review from North America
"All-around a very good car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cruise control did not work from the outset, fixed easily by dealer.
Had to replace rear brake cylinders twice: 60k and 90k.
Rebuilt transmission at 130k.
Engine prone to pinging ever since it was new.
Accident at 3000 miles, was rear-ended, other car totaled, but only the muffler hanger broke on the Taurus!
General comments?
Comfy and generally very reliable car. Very safe, built solid. Consistently achieved 30+ MPG on the highway, even with 145k miles on the odometer.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L (Vulcan) Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 145000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 1st May, 2008 |