1986 Merkur XR4Ti review from North America
"Rare '80's German road rocket"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Unfortunately, this car's had a very rough life. The engine's been swapped out of an '89 XR, with god knows how many miles on it. Also, most likely been in an accident years ago, because certain things up front aren't exactly a perfect fit.
So far, I've had the alternator, water pump, struts, cylinder head, and fuel injectors replaced.
Also, little leaks and things just keep popping up.
Needs new springs, bushings all around, exhaust manifold, PAINT! as well as other stuff (trans, rotors, etc.)
General comments?
Even with all of the above listed -- I love it!
It's rare as hell here in the States, is drop-dead gorgeous in that mid-eighties German sedan kinda way, goes pretty quick, and is real comfy. Also, some of the ones that I've seen running around are real Mustang-killers, so it gives me something to strive for.
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  | The car from the deepest, darkest bowels of hell |
| Fortunate for me I have one where most will never get to try one |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 turbo (petrol) Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 53000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 2nd September, 2000 |