Faults:

All of the spark plugs and plug wires had to be replaced at 110,000 miles. I believe this is just regular maintenance, though.

The muffler fell off at 153,000 miles, but I think that was because my husband was drove it through a field.

The grille lights burn out frequently, and are difficult to replace.

General Comments:

The car handles very well in all types of weather, and the anti-lock brakes are a plus.

It rides comfortably, and is roomy enough for a family of four.

The trunk space is ample.

With periodic maintenance, I think my Sable will be good for at least another 60,000 miles (if not more).

Faults:

Just a starter and transmission as well as rust and a leaking driver side window and door.

General Comments:

I love the power and take off as well as the smooth ride and power options on the car. However, the 3.8L engine is a gas sucker and front alinement is easily messed up if you hit a curb or pot hole.

Faults:

Just found out that the transmission needs to be rebuilt at a cost of $1600.

Water pump blew at 68,000 miles.

Passenger window will not roll up from passenger side. Driver's door must be open all the way to be able to roll it up.

Fuel cylanoid went out at 63,000 miles. Took over $300 first til we found the problem.

Hazard light switch has a short that makes the turn signals, cruise control and hazard lights not work.

General Comments:

Loved the size of the trunk. Couldn't ask for anymore room.

Wish the transmission wouldn't have gone out.

I really enjoyed owning this car.

Very comfortable to ride in on long trips. Even the kids agree.

Faults:

100,000 miles - water pump replaced.

Door seals worn (originals) and leaky.

Right front passenger door lock switch replaced once.

Have gone through lots of bulbs for the front "teeth" (running lights). Other bulbs last lots longer.

Steering wheel wiring must be faulty - since 50,000 miles or so cannot use turn signal if windshield wipers are on - the wipers will stop! Cruise control works intermittently - found out if a brake/tail lamp is out it goes out then too!

General Comments:

Love it. If they still made wagons that looked and ran this nicely, I'd buy another! This one has been through many miles and 6 kids and still going strong.

Faults:

Transmission went out at 80,000 miles - dealer had a new transmission installed and the car was back on road within 24 hours.

2 of 4 ower window motors and the power seat did not work smoothly (per the 1st owner's maintenance records) - dealer corrected.

Right rear power window motor went out at 90,000 miles - was very easy to replace.

General Comments:

The car is too heavy for this engine, but gets decent mileage.

Even with the transmission problem, this has been a very reliable car and I anticipate it will go another 100,000 miles.

Wish it had the 3.8L for the power, but otherwise a great car.

Faults:

Head gasket x2, 3rd time on rebuilt.

Transmission failure at 60k and on 60k in a used transmission.

Rotor problems, engine mounts, body mounts.

Short in cruise (could not shut it off).

Short in the A/C.

Body, leather interior and exhaust have been excellent.

MPG good.

If the engine and drive train were better designed, I'd keep it!.

General Comments:

Ford knew of the transmission problems and did little.