1997 Mercury Sable review from North America
"Great when running"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Really haven't had any problems until now. Great gas mileage. Comfortable.
Just had the car in the shop to figure out why the power steering doesn't work. Replaced the power steering pump, replaced the rack and pinon. But the car doesn't have power steering, and the mechanic cannot figure it out.
The power steering worked fine - until one night when the alternator went out. Had that replaced and since then the power steering hasn't worked.
Could I have blown something in the gear box?
General comments?
Perfect commuter car. Wonderful on gas and roomy.
I was able to buy it at a very good price, and the only thing I've replaced is the alternator until now.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 83000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 93500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 10th August, 2009 |