1998 Ford Contour LE review from North America
"My Contour has passed 100,000 and I hope to continue driving it for another 100,000"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The water pump seized after the new one was installed due to the recall. Ford covered all the costs.
Timing belt replaced at 55,000.
Normal maintenance of tune-up, alignment & oil changes.
But now at around 100,000 the engine has started reeving for no apparent reason. Ford replaced the throttle mechanism, and has worked on the card 3 times. Right now it is back at the dealer for the reving. My question is did anyone else who still owns a Contour have a similar problem?
General comments?
My 1998 Contour is still going strong.
This car has a manual transmission, and has been a joy to drive.
She has quick take off and smooth engine performance.
If Ford still made this car I would buy
another one.
The Contour is miles ahead of the Taurus, the body style is very sporty.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 22 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100073 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 21st August, 2005 |