2001 Ford Mustang COBRA CVT review from North America
"You get what you paid for"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The temperature gauge always HOT (56000 mls)! Dealer fixed it. So, they say. After a week the temperature still runs Hot! Went back to ford dealership twice and they cannot find what is wrong with the car. So, they say.
I finally brought the car to my friendly neighborhood mechanic. He found the faults are cracked cylinder head and block!!!
I could not believe that ford dealership did not find these faults!!!
I do NOT trust ANY FORD dealership!!!
I decided to take matters into my own hands and paid a local engine shop to rebuild the engine.
FORD will never see a dime from me, ever!
Bu the way, if you're wondering which Ford dealership... I live in Plano, Tx.
General comments?
The car is nice looking...that's about it.
The ride is smooth only on smooth roads, otherwise... get another pair of kidneys.
Compare to my '87 Mustang GT this car is about the same in performance and handling. I prefer the '87 GT anytime!
If you must have an american muscle car I suggest buying a corvette! As the old saying goes, "You get what you paid for."
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.6L 32v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 18000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 28th January, 2006 |