2000 Ford Crown Victoria LEV review from North America
"Pricey piece of junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The emission control light stays on despite replacing four catalytic converters ($1,800) Twice, oxygen sensors (four), main computer $750. The light is still on and I went to all Ford nearby dealers, Crenshaw, Santa Monica and Galpin. This is a huge ripp-off and a scam. I am now completely out of business as the city of Los Angeles reguired me to buy it. The Ford lobbyist went to city hall and made a deal with them. I am a taxicab and can't afford these needless repairs. Other cabs have had the same $4,000 worth of trouble and the cab has to stay off the road while waiting three weeks for parts! So I lost much income bedsides and am very angry at Ford and will never buy another one. I am seeing a lawyer on Monday. Will try to help the other cabs in Los Angeles sue for damages.
General comments?
Emission control rip-off on Crown Victoria. Four thousand dollars repairs does not make dash light go out. And problem can never be fixed. My driver is complaining when the light is on his lungs are in searing pain and his nose runs. Otherwise it runs fine.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.6 litre V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Caprice |
| Date of Entry | 2nd February, 2003 |