1999 Mercury Cougar Coupe review from North America

I have replaced the alternator twice.

I had to replace the front passenger side wheel bearing at 132,000 miles.

I had to replace brake pads at 133,000 miles.

I've had to replace tires 3 times, and the first 2 times weren't enjoyable. I kept getting a bad tire and having to get it replaced up to 3 times.

I had the plugs and wires replaced at 100,000.

I had the computer replaced at 131,000. I took to a local mechanic. Ford swears the computer was not bad, but was the air flow sensor.

I have owned my 1999 Cougar since 2000, bought it with 32,000 miles on it. All in all, I have no complaints except the computer and that is an issue between my mechanic and Ford. I have enjoyed this car and am pleased with the performance. Other than the alternators, I haven't had any problems until after 100,000 miles. That says to me, it has been a good car and still is. No motor problems at all. Other than a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am, this has been the best car that I have owned. It has tremendous power! I take offense at all the negative things I hear about Cougars, as none of the problems have happened to me. Now it's beginning to need more repairs, but as of 100,000, it's time. I would recomend this car to anybody except the young. I think it has too much power for a young person. The only other problem is the tires. I have had problems with tires from the beginning.