1990 Ford Taurus SHO review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rt & lt C/V joints x2.
Struts all way around.
A/C pump.
Fuel pump.
Water pump.
General comments?
This cars best asset is the engine - it has 163,000 and runs like a top without any oil burning.
The torque on the C/V joints wear them out every 60-70,000 mi.(replacement costs approx. 500.00 dollars++ each time).
You have to keep on top of squeaks and rattles.
My auto is a 5 speed and I have yet to touch the clutch or transmission.
Given this car has some high performance properties it does take more than the usual upkeep...but if you need a family type car with the ability get some sports car fun and power it's a trade off.
Ride is somewhat stiff, long trips are fairly comfortable. Has a very adjustable drivers seat.(electric, powered lumbar support and later bolsters)
All in all...the drive train is the best part of this auto the rest of the car is "all Ford" if you know what I mean.
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  | A high maintenence waste of money |
| They do not age very gracefully |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Engine and transmission | Yamaha motor |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Date of Entry | 29th June, 1998 |