Interior Features The oval theme is picked up on the inside on the instrument panel, vents, door handle recesses and elsewhere. And you can bet that doesn't come as a surprise to Ford. All Taurus models come standard with an electronically-controlled four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. And it's hard not to like a car as well-made as. Sales leader of its automobile lineup and the best-selling passenger car in the country since 1992, the Taurus was dramatically-some contend controversially-restyled inside and out. I used to know this, but somehow forgot over the years.
DoorsFilter selectedDoorsList, null ; doorsFilter. I still can't find why or were this is coming from. Thanks to the new car's improved chassis, the suspension performs as advertised, keeping the car flat in corners and sopping up bumps and bangs. The advantage is a more precisely positioned suspension to maximize handling and response. I also like the ride which is very comfortable.
If you just plain don't want to deal with it, then you can look forward to having many costly encounters with mechanics in your future. Camshaft position sensor had to be replaced. Spacious, gas friendly, reliable, hands down perfect. The car has had all scheduled maintenance performed. I did spend a few hundred dollars in getting the brake pads turned around, getting the check engine light fixed etc. Pricing and performance of the three are basically on a par.
Rack and pinion and power steering pump broke at about 100,000 miles. They are also available with flexible fuel packages - one converted to use up to 85 percent ethanol mixed with gasoline, the other using up to 85 percent methanol mixed with gasoline for states that have not adopted California's emissions standards. Both of which are very conservative—and very good—cars. I didn't really expect much from it, but it's turned out to be one of the most reliable vehicles I've ever owned. It's a very stable car! Would like to share it with you if you are trying to pick one for your 1st one to have.
Faults: All engine mounts needed replacing shortly after purchase. So far, it has only had a few expensive repairs which is good considering it has 200,000 miles on it. Thank you 4 out of 5 stars by weekendwarrior from on Sat Aug 11 2012 I have owned one for four years now and currently have 198000 miles on it. The actual bulb had been removed from behind the dash, so that the light wasn't illuminated. In any case, I almost like it. Our Take on the 1997 Ford Taurus In 1995, Ford officials told me that the shape of the new Taurus would grow on me over time. At first glance you may not like the large oval in the center of the dash which contains the climate and sound system controls.
The gas mileage has been very good so far. Driving Impressions Reactions to the original Taurus were that Ford had made a giant gain in ride, handling, steering feel and overall mechanical quality. Since it was all-new last year, there's little in the way of updates for 1997, with one important exception. Visibility is excellent all around, with the sloping hood lending an Imax vista up front. It is also well organized. We are all mechanics so we made sure not to miss anything.
Year of manufacture 1997 First year of ownership 1999 Most recent year of ownership 2003 Engine and transmission 3. These cars are absolute junk we warn anyone and everyone any chance we get;stay away from a Taurus. I would still have the second one if it had not gotten wrecked. I love the stereo and the seats are comfortable. Even though some people still consider the shape of the Taurus to be controversial, few would argue that Ford engineers smacked a solid hit with the car's performance, handling and quality. General Comments: I bought this car just as a backup to get to work, and to allow my wife to keep the other car at home. Remedy Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge.
This was not costly to repair. TransmissionFilter selectedTransmissionList, transmissionTemplate ; } listingsSearchManager. Others feel it's too round, and can't get used to its ovoid shape, but from a buyer's perspective, Taurus is less likely to look dated when the last payment is made. Stay away from this place. Overall a good value car for a young driver but, a thorough test drive by a qualified independent mechanic is a must.