2005 Ford Five Hundred SEL review from North America
"Reliability is horrible"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car was towed because the alternator had drained the battery. Dealer replaced the alternator and battery after having the car for four days.
The car was again taken to the dealer because the electric cluster had broken down. Took three days for the part to be ordered and installed in the car.
The inside has dash bubbles and tends to rattle a great deal.
General comments?
Very comfortable car to sit in and drive. Reliability is below average and the workmanship on the interior is below par.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50 miles |
| Most recent distance | 22500 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 6th March, 2007 |