1987 Mercury Cougar LS review from North America
"Drop this car into a volcano"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
What has not gone wrong with the car is the more important question. I have had constant electrical problems that never seem to get fixed. The car will stop while driving or it will just not start. I have replaced the battery twice, I have had new engine mounts put in, I have had the electrical system redone, and it still is not a very reliable car. The driver and passenger windows have dropped while I was driving. The drivers side has dropped twice! It has been a constant nightmare since I was given that car by my grandmother and I would not wish this car on my worst enemy. It was not a well built car with some rather major blind-spots, especially in the tiny rear window. It is a comfortable car, but how much comfort can you get pushing your car to the side of the road?
General comments?
The windows might drop at any time.
Serious blind spots from design, including tiny rear window.
Large doors are hard to open in compact places which also makes it hard to get in and out while trying not to damage other cars.
Paint frays and starts to peel.
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| A car worth way more than blue-book |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 43000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Reliant |
| Date of Entry | 5th February, 2002 |