1996 Ford Taurus GL review from North America
"Taurus... Sleek, Powerful, Reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only things that I have had go wrong with this car is just the standard maintenance. The dealership replaced the transmission and battery upon purchase. I had to replace the tires, brakes, and the rotors about a month after I bought the car.
General comments?
I also drive a 2005 Ford Taurus and I can't tell the difference between the two. I love the Taurus and am dissipionted that 2006 will be the last model year. This car will last for years to come. With regular maintenance and a little TLC, like anything, this will be a treasure to pass on for years to come. The only thing that I would change about this car would be the expensive PATS (Passive Anti Theft System) keys. This is the chip key from Ford. These are expensive to replace if you ever lose one...
All in all, the Taurus is an awesome vehicle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 24v DOHC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 97000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 156000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Cougar |
| Date of Entry | 25th April, 2005 |