1995 Ford Taurus LX review from North America
"Very well put together car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Engine was knocking when vehicle was purchased, dealer replaced for no charge 63000 miles.
- Heater hose blew out at 65000 miles, $10.
- Sunroof switch went out, not yet replaced.
- Front struts and coil springs replaced, 73000 miles, $800.
- Fuel pump replaced, 73000 miles, $140.
- Plugs, wires, cap and rotor replaced, 73000 miles, $75.
- Tensioner replaced, 73000 miles, $45.
- Trans fluid and filter replaced, 73000 miles, $30.
- Outer tie rods replaced, 73000 miles, $40.
- Stabilizer bar links replaced, 73000 miles, $80.
- Fuel filter replaced, 73000 miles, $15.
General comments?
Very luxurious car, all leather, digital HVAC, premium sound, sunroof, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, alloy wheels. Very comfortable driving car.
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| A quality automobile from a quaility car maker! |
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| A poor design and a real reliability headache |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 63000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 7th April, 2008 |