1998 Ford Contour GL
Summary:
New unreliable car that brakes about every 3month
Faults:
The timing belt failed at 83,000 miles. Serpantine belt failed at 88,000 miles. And now, the tensioner that hold the timing belt fell off and damaged everything around it totaling the repair over $2,000.
General Comments:
It' comfortable to seat in it. that's about it. Can't gain speed fast on a freeway. Dash board light go on and off by iself.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 7th May, 2003
21st Aug 2003, 10:43
I found that the grinding problem shifting into third is a common one. I had an extended warranty that fixed mine. The bill would have been around $2000.