1998 Ford Windstar GL review from North America
"There has got to be something better out there"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Door ajar light won't go off.
Auto door locks don't work; gear grinding noise.
Severe jerking when trying to accelerate during a turn.
Very loud clunking when putting in gear at very slight incline.
Passenger window failed to go down.
Black soot on panel near exhaust in a matter of months after buying. Black smoke came out upon quick acceleration at 35,000 miles.
Rear air conditioning not functioning.
General comments?
High crash rating; does what it's designed to do, but poor quality in service and parts.
I still have the 1988 Mustang and it will be the only other Ford I will ever own. It's never given me this much hassle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 250 miles |
| Most recent distance | 81000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 13th October, 2003 |