1995 Ford Windstar LX review from North America
"I'm done with Fords after I sell this one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket blew at 108,400 miles.
Transmission seized at 122333 miles.
Replaced 2 brake calipers on right front and 1 one left front. I replace front brake pads at least 3 times a year.
Factory CD player works sometimes.
Right Windows motor replaced.
General comments?
I have read some horror stories about Windstars. I totally agree that they are junk.
I discovered Amsoil synthetic motor oil and put it into this van when it had about 65000 miles on it. I replaced both the motor oil and transmission fluid. I believe that has contributed to the head gaskets and transmission lasting as long as they did.
There is still no excuse for the head gaskets or the transmission to have gone bad at that miliage. I just spent $2000 to have the transmission rebuilt.
My Lexus LS400 has 204000 miles on it. I service it just like I service the van and it's never had so much as an oil leak.
I am done with Fords. From now on, I will buy Toyota products only.
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| This is absolutely the worst car (a Ford) I ever own |
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| Wish it had good reliability |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 16600 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123200 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Aerostar |
| Date of Entry | 27th September, 2003 |