1992 Mercury Sable GS review from North America

1. TRANSMISSION AXOD-E

2. Temperature gage

3. Rear stabilizers

4. Passenger side strut

5. Inner/outer tie rods front

6. Power steering makes loud noise.

7. Rear window defroster.

I bought this car used in November of 2004. Within the 1st month of ownership the above mentioned things went wrong.

I bought the car from a private dealer for $2,100 (I know, I paid too much), but the body is in *perfect* condition and everything else seems to work, even the air conditioner.

Within the first 1,000 miles I noticed that the transmission wouldn't immediately shift into 2nd gear from 3rd when I had to accelerate from a partial stop. The engine would rev as though it was in neutral before popping into gear.

I took it to AAMCO who confirmed the tranny was dying. I then called the dealer, who after some arguing agreed to pay for a re-built tranny.

An honest man that is making good on his mistake! The man has a spotless record for selling vehicles and stated that "even though I stated that there is no warranty on this vehicle, I will make good on the tranny." Suffice to say, the poor guy took a loss on this transaction.

I am NOT done yet. The temp gage needs replacement. The front inner/outer tie rods need replacement. God forbid I have to make an emergency maneuver, I'll be dead. I also need an alignment.

What a THIRSTY car! Goes through gas worse than a Ford Excursion.

I bought this car as a back up car for the winter, and as a beat around car. I also know that I would survive in an accident if hit. My previous back-up car was a 1989 Ford Taurus, and of course, just about everything was re-done including engine and tranny.

I made a mistake, thinking the 92 model was better. I am guilty of poor judgment.