Looking to buy a 1999 Ford Taurus, would like to know what owners think of their reliability. Has 101,000 miles but seems to be in excellent shape. Any problems known in this car.
2007-01-25 14:41:06 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
I am on my 3rd Taurus. My last one was a 99 and was my favorite. It did not have a single problem during the 3 years I owned it.
Go for it (my advice).
2007-01-25 14:52:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Hey Devin, I'd advise against choosing this car. They're notorious for their bad transmissions. The V-6, 3.0l motors seem to hold up well, though, usually outliving their transmissions. The high demand for these transmissions has made the cost of rebuld/replacement upwards of $2500 here on the West Coast. I personally had to dispose of an earlier model by donation to charity. Look for a Toyota, Nissan, Honda or Saturn if you want a more dependable, higher mileage car.
2016-03-29 02:56:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable are essentially the same car, different trim. If you get the 6 it's not a bad car. You get about 10 years out of them.
2007-01-25 14:53:21 · answer #3 · answered by oklatom 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have a '97 Taurus with 165k on it. While I have had to make a few repairs, this car has been very reliable. Those repairs that were needed have been very affordable.
If the price is right, go for it!
2007-01-27 04:43:33 · answer #4 · answered by ramman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a car dealer and can tell you that if you buy a Taurus, ESPECIALLY one with over 100K.........Taurus's have very weak transmissions and they can blow at any second. The head/head gaskets tend to blow, although a 3.0L isn't as bad about blowing heads as a 3.8L. A/C is an issue in these cars, but not as bad as the older body style. These cars wholesale now (1999 with over 100K) are bringing under $2000. I sold my last Taurus at auction which was a 1998 model with 128K on it for $1600. I would say be very skeptical of the car lasting a long time, but any deal under $3000 is ok for what you are getting. Anything over that is TOO MUCH! GOOD LUCK!
2007-01-25 14:57:39 · answer #5 · answered by gin and juice 3 · 2⤊ 3⤋
The Ford Taurus is a good car to have at a reasonable price. I got one for my mom in 2002. With all the regular maintenance & surviving a collision with a cow its still running good. It currently has over 100,000 miles.
I would have it checked if it has over 100,000 miles on it. You want to be sure it won't give out on you.
2007-01-27 16:44:08 · answer #6 · answered by lbrady444 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if you live or are buying this car from states that salt the road in the winter, watch out for the front sub frames. they rot out horribly. Ive replaced 5 or 6 in the past 3 months so they can pass inspection. other wise they aren't a bad car. they seem to hold up engine wise. good luck.
2007-01-25 15:02:57 · answer #7 · answered by mike m 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
my dad has owned a 98 taurus SE with a lot of features...it was really fun to drive and it never had problems since we bought it new @ the dealer and we still have it....it has about 175,000mi just take really good care of the car and it will last you a long time
2007-01-26 15:39:47 · answer #8 · answered by Gus A 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ive had a few taurus's never had a problem, was a nice car till i let my brother borrow it and he ran it hot and blew the head gasket, whether the gasket blew was the cause of it overheating or not i dont know. i never had a problem when i drove it. if you like the car buy it i would buy another
2007-01-25 16:58:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look for the 24 valve v6!made a big difference in the way they drive.watch out for the transmission though!That has always been their downfall.I have an 05 and have been satisfied
2007-01-25 15:16:06 · answer #10 · answered by freightliner357 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋