1988 Mercury Cougar LS review from North America
"Has been a great car for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket blew at 60 000 km
doors started to rust badly in 1990
3 alternators in last 15 years
replaced water pump in 1995
radiator was replaced in 1995
replaced wheel bearings in 1996
entire exhaust replaced in 2001
dash lights went in 2000
gas tank replaced in 2003.
General comments?
This car had lots of pep
smooth ride on the highway
loves the flavor of gasoline
seats are very comfortable
rear wheel drive made this car a nightmare in snow or on ice
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| A great, classic, luxury rear-wheel drive ride! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5Litre 302 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 301300 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Sunbird |
| Date of Entry | 19th December, 2003 |