1990 Mercury Cougar XR7 review from North America
"Beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Motor mounts 82k
window motors 90k
thermostat housing gasket 95k
tranny has bad synchros
bad alt or batt 95k
bad radiator 95k
normal mantanince for inspection 93k.
General comments?
This car is virtually indestructable, my brother owned the car first I know he didn't treat it easy, ex. racing any challengers, most comforatble seat I've even been in, this is the fastest car I've ever been it drives better the faster you go.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L SC Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 20th October, 2005 |