1994 Mercury Cougar XR7 review from North America
"If I could find another I would buy it yesterday"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My head gaskets went at 197000.0 kms, I don't know if they went prior to that since I've only had the vehicle for a short time. The Ford 3.8 has a history of head gasket problems due to the fact that the cylinder head bolts are about 5/8" of an inch to short. This is a known fact from Ford, but there was never an actuale recall on this problem. As you know the bolts do strech. The only other problem I've had with this car is the pinion seal on the differential. Keep an eye on this apparently around the 100000.0 km mark. Also learned by my brother in-law who runs a transmission shop is to make a periodic check under the hood where the overdrive kick down clip connects next to the throttle cable on the throttle body. If this clip is broken you will loose your overdrive, therefore building up pressure in your transmission and blowing out your bands and clutches. Check this clip, its only about $20.00 for a new one, cheaper than a tranny rebuild.
General comments?
Its dream to drive. I prefer this to anything made out there today.
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| A Good Car with Minor Troubles |
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| Complete repair history from original owner: Despite the heads, she's still a great ride |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1994 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 1720000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 2050000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Plymouth Voyager |
| Date of Entry | 11th December, 2005 |