1997 Ford Taurus GL review from North America
"Very practical safe car with a low cost per kilometer to maintain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front rotors replaced twice.
Rear rotors replaced once.
Inside passenger side door panel loose.
Interior lights malfunctioned. Unable to repair.
Poor tire wear.
Cracked exhaust y pipe.
General comments?
This is our second Taurus and I would consider buying a 3rd.
Car has been regularly maintained (as recommended in the service manual) with oil changes at 5000 kilometers and regular transmission services completed. We were told this is an important component of long term car ownership and I believe the regular maintenance (touch wood) has paid off.
The car is comfortable and the safety features work very well as I totaled our 96 Taurus by hitting a loaded gravel truck (at 70km per hour) that went through a stop sign and walking away from the accident with a very minor bruising.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Beware of repair costs; every little item requires major shop time |
| A decent car with a serious case of planned obsolescence |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | Vulcan 3.9 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 29000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 199900 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 10th December, 2004 |