1996 Mercury Mystique review from North America
"A good reliable car well worth the cost"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission at 115,000.
Faded headlight lenses.
Interior plastic pieces cracked.
Interior pillar covers came loose.
Electric seat adjustment mechanisms broke.
Electric window switch failed.
General comments?
Very reliable car. Just turned 192,000.
The four cylinder Mystique was underpowered.
The engine always ran warmer than normal, but never overheated.
Backseat comfort negligible.
Shade tree oil changes were difficult because of the location of the oil filter behind the right front wheel. The wheel had to be removed in order to get to the filter.
The rear suspension got real noisy, but the suspension was sound and good on tire wear.
It was very responsive in steering and had a good tight turning radius.
Ford/Mercury was good about recalls.
Forward and side visibility was fantastic.
The trunk was very roomy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 26000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 192000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Mystique |
| Date of Entry | 23rd September, 2003 |