1994 Ford Taurus SHO review from North America
"Nice performer, but costly repairs"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced alternator at 145,000
Replaced starter at 145,000, this is the 5th starter my car has had. Whoever installed the previous starters didn't use the right kind.
Leaks power steering fluid
Needs new rack and pinion
Auto trans is starting to lurch.
General comments?
I bought this car with 138,000 miles on it. I drove it for about 7 months, and then things started going wrong. Repairs on a SHO aren't easy to do on your own, and the cost of parts is not cheap either.
All that aside, the car is roomy and comfortable. All of the electronics are in working order, the power driver seat has many options. The car looks like it means business, and it really does. The engine runs like a champion, and 220hp makes it really move.
If you are considering buying a older SHO, try to look for one with lower miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1994 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2 DOHC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 138000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 146000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Thunderbird |
| Date of Entry | 5th February, 2006 |