1999 Mercury Sable LS 3.0 DOHC from North America
Summary:
Durable, safe, paid off
Faults:
Speed Sensor went out at 144,000 miles.
Dashboard lights behind gas and temperature gauges have burned out.
Both rear torsion bar linkages have broken ($18 part, fixed myself, pretty simple).
Replaced ball joints in both front wheels, both after 100,000 miles.
General Comments:
While the performance of this car is not stellar, most of its power comes above 2,000 rpm, meaning that passing on the highway is a breeze.
Slow acceleration.
Great ride on the highway, cruise control maintains constant rpm up hills, no downshifting.
Overall a decent car. It was free to me, so no complaints!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 13th November, 2008
22nd Feb 2008, 14:53
Do you know how well it was maintained before you bought it?
Cars will only run to high mileage if they are looked after.