1999 Ford Windstar LX review from North America
"The breakdowns are frustrating, not expected"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rack-and-pinion.
Fuel line failure.
Brakes seized.
Internal fuel-tank gage quit.
Back, driver-side door won't open.
General comments?
I've always had good luck with Fords, until this one. I just got rid of it today after the back, driver-side door won't open. I think part of the door frame or mechanism is bent or broke. I forced the door open and at the same time the back, quarter-panel window shattered. Good room, good comfort, but too many problems started to frustrate me. The door/window was my last straw. I traded it in for a 06 Chevy Uplander.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 39000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2007 |