1988 Ford Taurus LS Wagon review from North America
"Very economical"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Failed Cradle mount.
Bent tie rod end.
A weak head gasket which caused multiple coolant system breaks, including a blow out frost plug.
Major body rust due to use in sever weather environment, unpaved roads.
Replaced original battery in 2005.
Replaced headlamps.
General comments?
I bought this car from the original owners for $1100CDN. In two years I have put roughly $600 into repairs (most of them myself).
The car has fairly good fuel economy. The interior is comfortable and roomy.
I would not recommend this car to someone not willing to do minor repairs themselves. The repairs are fairly simple, but could add up if taken to a mechanic.
In all this car is worth the money.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1988 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 235000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 255000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 21st August, 2006 |