1998 Ford Taurus SHO review from North America
"Wonderful"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There have been no problems with this vehicle. OEM brakes lasted 52,000, struts and shocks are still original and in great condition. No electrical or mechanical issues other than normal maintenance. Driver's seat got a slight tear early, but dealer replaced free of charge.
General comments?
This is by far the best overall car I have ever owned, and I've owned 16 cars in my life. Quiet, smooth, and plenty of performance for a family sedan. If anyone complains that it doesn't have the power of comparible family sedans from other manufacturers, they are biased. I have held my own against every other family sedan in this class. So to those complainers, grow up. While the gas mileage is not what I would have liked, it is what should be expected by a V8. No other family sedan in this class are offered with V8's.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 13 miles |
| Most recent distance | 89000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 5th October, 2004 |