1989 Ford Taurus LX Wagon review from North America
"Total piece of junk!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Everthing! This car has got to be the most unreliable car ever manufactered. I put more money into the vehicle than what I paid for it.
Granted it was used, but transmission at 70K... then engine throws a rod at 72K. Not to mention the A/C compressor, alternator and numerous other smaller components. Also, the fact that Ford knew about these tranmission problems and wouldn't do anything about them. My Brother had a Taurus GL and guess what!!! 80K.. transmission!!! What a piece of garbage!!!! I have vowed never to buy another Ford vehicle and suggest you do the same. My attitude may have been different if they stood behind the product.
General comments?
Avoid Ford at all costs!!!
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| A great car to learn mechanics on, and invest LOTS of repair/maintenace money on! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.6 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 72000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 16th August, 2000 |