Radio broken when delivered, first replacement didn't work either.
Windshield cracked when offered for delivery.
Speedometer cable seized.
Windshield wipers came loose.
Ignition Module failed.
Turbo blew out.
Heater fan failed (3 times)
Brake rotors warped (5 times)
Power Antenna failed (5 times)
Original wheels warped.
This car was a blast to drive when it wasn't in the shop. Great neutral handing and a nice amount of room for a coupe. Turbo lag yes, but boy did it reward you.
Ford changed several major systems from the European Sierra. Virtually every one failed. Other components were simply not designed for U.S. winters, such as the heater and the rear window washer.
The average Lincoln-Mercury dealer didn't understand the car nor the audience.
Ford built theses cars? I always wondered who built these cool cars!
To compare this car with a BMW is moot. There is no comparison. Two totally different machines. Yes the cost is considerable in the upper end model BMW's, but you get what you pay for. If you buy a Merkur plan on it being in the shop frequently.
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