1994 Mercury Villager GS review from North America
"Cheap used car, BUT poor engine performance in COLD WEATHER (below freezing)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
EGR valve reporting trouble codes/causing CEL (EGR SOLENOID CODE).
Erratic idle, especially in colder weather. (IAC VALVE??)
Brakes very stiff in cold weather - must push hard to stop initially.
Bushings replaced - worn.
Sway bar replaced.
Rear brake cylinders/shoes - leaking brake fluid.
Front brake pads - stress fractures found in pads.
Brake lines leak - rusted underneath from climate.
Fuel injectors - erratic idle/poor mileage (15 mpg).
No rear defroster (doesn't work).
No warning chime if keys left in ignition or lights on.
No replacement for parking light halogens at local auto parts stores could be found.
Need special NISSAN CONSULT cable and software to check OBD codes without having to jumper pins under hood, which can be a pain.
General comments?
Nice ride.
Only shows rust on a few areas.
Comfortable driving position.
Nice for hauling heavy materials.
After removing the second row, the third row can slide all the way up or all the way back for easy storage.
Handles well in the snow/ice.
Transmission pan has a drain plug for "refreshing" oil.
Transmission seems strong on it when shifting.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1994 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 non interference Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 155000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Grand Voyager |
| Date of Entry | 27th February, 2009 |