My fuel injectors had to be cleaned due to being dirty from bad gas.
The check engine light comes on every now and then, but my mechanic is looking into it.
This car handles and performs great.
I have tested it out against high performing cars and it blows past them.
Although many of the parts are made cheaply, you can avoid breaking them with simple maintenance.
I have heard so many horrible reviews, however when I saw yours, it was not surprising. I also own a Ford Contour SE, and it is a 1998 model. I take care of my car, and the car takes care of me. I change the oil every 2000 miles, and get a tune up every 50,000 miles, instead of every 100,000 miles. I wash, and wax the car every 2 weeks. Also I keep the outside of the engine clean.
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