Faults:

As of July 9th 2004 my 1997 Mercury Villager has been at the dealer. They are really having a hard time trying to figure out why the check engine light keeps coming on about every 50-100 miles. They think that they got the problem fixed and then the light comes back on. They have had the van for almost two (2) months and have not got a clue what could be wrong with it. Any idea's? they have checked everything, including haveing ford rep. from detroit to come and look at it as well.

General Comments:

This is really a good van.

However it does have its problems so be aware!!

Faults:

No problems with Engine/Transmission after 195,000 km (120,000 miles) + counting. I believe this is a Nissan Quest engine.

A/C quit 2 years ago (2002) and repair item was for 1,800.00 so I did not repair and can live with short summers.

Electrical lights and relays a problem. Door latches (especially side door). Seat belt mechanism a problem.

General Comments:

Body in great shape (no rust). Engine performance/gas mileage is good. Not the best in accelerating from stop, but handles well in highway and can drive at high speeds with good stability.

Originally had problems starting in cold damp winter, but then found that by using high grade gasoline during those months alleviated cold start problems.

Faults:

The air conditioning quit about 2 years ago. This was going to cost over $1500 to get replaced. I have decided to live without.

The ABS and 02 sensors are gone and haven't replaced them. Too expensive and no need for them. Quoted almost $1000 to fix.

Many electrical problems in the dash. Lights not lighting up and/or flickering on and off.

Hates winters. Starting it in the winter is a pain it hesitates badly or just keeps stalling on start up.

General Comments:

The engine and transmission are very smooth and I have never had a problem with them.

This van rides beautifully on the highway. It also handles incredibly well at high speeds.

Very expensive repair costs, and many repairs at that. Some parts have to be brought in from Japan because it uses components from Nissan.

Back seats are tight and too low.

Faults:

I've only owned this car for a month or so, but in that short period of time, nothing has gone wrong with this van.

When I purchased it, I did a complete tune up and checked it out and it is in very good shape from top to bottom.

General Comments:

This is a very attractive van. I like how the tail lights give it a luxury van look with the attractive light bar across the back.

My van is a teal blue/green. It is a very pretty color. I also like the attractive chrome grille in the front to match the word "Mercury Villager GS" which are also in chrome.

I would recommend this vehicle to somebody on the market for a used van.

Faults:

O2 sensor replaced at 95000 km.

Brakes replaced at 111000 km.

Front passenger power window no longer can be lowered from drivers seat.

Power lock on the sliding door sticks and usually has to be unlocked manually.

General Comments:

Leg room for driver is quite poor. I don't know what you would do without power seats.

Middle seat is a real pain to take out.

Paint is very soft and scratches easily.

Handles and performs very well for a mini-van.

Captain chairs are very comfortable.

Fabulous engine.

Drives well in snow.