1998 Ford Windstar review from North America
"Will not buy another ford windstar or even another ford"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wiper washer malfunctioned since we bought the car.
Brakes makes a "grinding-metal" noise even though it's just been replaced.
The check engine light turned on at 80,000 miles.
You have to push the rear door harder just to get it to close.
The exhaust makes a "coughing" combustion.
General comments?
The car is quite smooth when you're in open road the engine is quiet.
Lots of room. However since the check engine light kept turning on, we don't trust using it in long trips.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 72000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Stanza |
| Date of Entry | 20th March, 2005 |