| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0L 302 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
8.3 / 10
|
| Distance when acquired | 97456 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111587 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Sunfire |
Summary:
Great car
Faults:
Steering pump went, brakes need much work, power locks don't work, lights didn't work when I bought it, needed exhaust work, so I had dualies put on:)
General Comments:
Very comfortable car. Rides great and can lay a strip like no other car. After making some modifications to the engine, I love it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 18th September, 2004
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
4.0 / 10
|
| Distance when acquired | 102000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 102700 miles |
Summary:
It's a Ford, enough said
Faults:
The transmission's going.
The radiator leaks.
The head gaskets cracked.
The power steering pump leaks.
The motor in the windows are fried.
General Comments:
I'd had this car two days when the overdrive went out. Even more funny; the dealer told me it was one of the most reliable cars on the lot. If that's the case, I would hate to see what else he has!
The radiator pours out antifreeze every couple days, the power steering pump leaks, and the motors in the windows decided to die.
I would not recommend getting this car, unless you want a Ford destined for endless problems and 12 miles to the gallon.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 13th September, 2004
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 302 cubic inch V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
8.8 / 10
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| Distance when acquired | 92000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 302000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
Summary:
Without a doubt, the best car I have ever owned
Faults:
Rebuilt transmission - 92,000.
Mounted heavy duty air shocks on rear - 96,000.
Replaced alternator - 105,000.
Replaced water pump - 197,000.
Replaced right rear axle - 252,000.
Replaced radiator - 285,000.
General Comments:
This car lived it's first 92,000 miles climbing the hills of San Francisco, which tore the transmission out of it. I purchased it from the original owner for nearly nothing because of the bad transmission. With a re-built transmission I have proceeded to put 210,000 miles on it in the last five years. (I will have had this car 5 years in June 2004) It will have approximately 215,000 miles on it by then.
I drive from Seattle to San Francisco once or twice a month in it. Winter or summer the car just keeps going. Not only going, but it continues to average 22 mpg on the trip. Trip, after trip, after trip, after trip. I couldn't find a new car that can get that mileage and would be as comfortable to drive.
When I make the drive the rear seat is always down and the back is loaded to the roof with the equipment I need for my job. I am carrying between 2000 & 3000 pounds of equipment in the back.
With the air shocks I put on the back, this car carries the gear and still rides smooth as silk.
Since I got my first car in 1970 I have owned 12 cars and trucks. This is without a doubt, the most dependable, indestructible vehicle I have ever owned. I keep thinking I need to get a newer vehicle for this drive, but this wagon never lets me down.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 8th February, 2004
Very well said!!! Always wanted a Grand Marquis, but bought a 1988 Town Car instead (same engine, chassis). This car is Built Ford Tough! Always starts when I need it. Expect to get 300,000+ miles off the engine its so reliable. If its 1979 or 2009 the Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, and Town Car are all reliable. It is truly the last of the full sized rear wheel drive V-8 American sedans, I have 113K miles on my Town Car and I know without a single doubt it'll hit 300K miles, without a doubt, without a worry, without an excuse BUY THESE CARS!!!
Just bought one. Pretty good shape. Problem with door locks not locking, used plenty of WD 40, right door still not locking. Have problem with starting. Sometimes will not start. Turn ignition on and off several times, will then start after several tries. One started will run fine. I think the proximity switch is bad, what do you think?
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0L 302 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
7.4 / 10
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| Distance when acquired | 109000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 112000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Grand Marquis |
Summary:
When used properly, and not abused, this car is an excellent driver
Faults:
I bought this car knowing it had several things wrong with it.
It had a bad exhaust system.
The engine was due for a rebuild.
The engine had been sorely abused before I purchased the car; I knew its previous owners.
The brakes were worn and needed replacing.
General Comments:
After I had the engine rebuilt and the brakes and exhaust replaced, this car has run like a dream.
The interior is gorgeous and looks like new.
The car rides like it's floating on air; very smooth and very easy handling.
The car is amazingly responsive for something so large.
Despite it's age and the inclement weather it has endured, the car's exterior is beautiful.
The next step is repairing the surface rust on the rear portions of the rockers.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 14th December, 2003