1987 Merkur XR4Ti review from North America
"A four seat guided missile"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Waste gate actuator went bad at 114,000 miles.
Dashboard lights burn out and are difficult to locate and replace.
Sensor connections get a little spooky.
General comments?
You have to drive it to believe it. There is no car that can match the Merkur's performance, handling, comfort and structial integrity for a price of less than $50,000.
The suspension is very tight. No lean, no bounce.
Once the turbo kicks in, the car might as well be rocket powered.
It is not a car for those who don't know how to do repairs. But it is the most fun to tinker with.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L gasoline- turbocharged Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 115000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Spirit |
| Date of Entry | 16th June, 2003 |