Faults:

This car eats fuel pumps if the fuel level is not kept above 1/4 tank. I have replaced 2 and wasn't told about the problem with Cougars until the warranty had expired and I had to pay for the replacement, approximately $400. The reason is, as with most tank,mounted electric fuel pumps the gasoline cools the pump as it runs. Due to the fact that the fuel pump is mounted too high the side of the tank cornering caused the fuel to slosh away from the pump, causing overrun when the pump sucks air and nothing to cool the pump. The window seal on the exterior of the rear hatch have come off repeatedly even after several visits to the dealer. The Mercury service personnel admitted this was a problem due to the wrong adhesive being used at the factory.

Faults:

Nothing(as of yet).

General Comments:

For a beginner sports car, this one should be considered.

The power is quite good (0-100 km/h in 5.5 to 6 sec) with no mods. Although don't get to confident at a street drag; you may get the pink slip, along with a speeding ticket.

The design is like no other on the road. Do not drive this car if you don't like to get attention; and believe me, you will get plenty of it.

Interior design is 21st century looking. It's sad that Ford discontinued this car; they had a true winner here.

When the car is accelerated from a dead-stop, the nose dives rather than rises like so many North American cars. I think that's because the car was designed in Germany, rather than North America. A nice surprise to say the least.

The satisfying growl of the V6, when throttle is pushed, means that no need of buying an after-market kit; although they are available (for a price).

Overall, I'm very happy with this car. What a better way to celebrate my 30th birthday then to go buy a introductory sports car like this? Especially since the car never saw winter, one lady owner, and little mileage.