1983 Ford LTD Country Squire Wagon review from North America
"The Wagon Queen Family Truckster (Like in National Lampoon's Vacation)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
You know the movie National Lampoons Vacation, the Wagon Queen Family Truckster. Well this is it. One word to describe the appearance, ugly. Performance? Awesome. Gas mileage? Lets not talk about that.
It just keeps on running so I guess I'll keep driving it. It tops out at 70 MPH. It is really scary though because the whole thing shakes and wobbles. I took the power steering off cause that broke at 275,000 miles.
Some advice that I have used with this car, don't spend more money than the car is worth. If that means if your mirror fell off, just slap some duct tape on there and she will last a little longer. What does every one think I should do? Haul her to the bone pile or drive it till the wheels fall off, which should happen in the next couple of years. Still, it is the best car because it has held up after going through many beatings.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 189865 miles |
| Most recent distance | 320000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 6th April, 2004 |