2007 Ford Five Hundred Consumer Discussions

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego Maintenance & Repair

• Mileage for the Ford Five Hundred

  Written by: artpim on Jan 4, 2012 5:33:18 AM

  I was thinking of buying a 2007 Ford Five Hunderd with 141000 on it. It is a great deal. All of the things that normally go wrong have and have been repaired. It has had all of its maintenence done at Ford and is documented. It has leather and had one owner who was a traveling Sales perdon. It is immaculate. $6000 out the door My only issue is the mileage. ... Read More

• Re: 06 Ford 500 transmission [sonya71]

  Written by: jzelaya on Jan 2, 2012 10:47:16 AM

  Hi Sonia, i have the same problem with my 2007 five hundred, it has been doing it for a while and i call my local Ford dealer and they claim that they have not seen anything like it , i guess nothing is going to happen until someone gets kill or if we are lucky just ran over , i am afraid to get it into the dealer and they will ... Read More

• Re: Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending [beancounter]

  Written by: c2c35 on Feb 6, 2010 9:52:20 PM

  You know I would love to get a little more kick out of my ltd also mine is a 05 with 86k all highway. I have just tested on 2 other cars and one of em is a ford escape is those bosh plugs with the 2 prongs. Both of the vehicles 1 is a dodge caliber and the escape both are commuters and both drivers tell me they deffinitely feel ... Read More

• Re: Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending [computerguru]

  Written by: c2c35 on Feb 6, 2010 9:34:28 PM

  I just read your message and i hope yur dad bought the car. It seamed like a real fair price. I have a 2005 ltd awd and i love it! I've never heard of the car ever "bucking" I bought mine a few years ago with 31k on it and i commute and i have now 86k knock on wood the only problems i've had has been changing tires and brakes! ... Read More

• Re: Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending [computerguru]

  Written by: beancounter on Jan 26, 2010 8:09:49 PM

  I love my '07 Ltd despite the issue with the rear brakes and problem w/ heated seat. Both have been resolved. I have 64,000 miles on mine and hope to go to 200,000 or more. (249,000 miles on my Sable, which my daughter is now driving) I love the interior, especially the rear seat leg room. One thing I wish it had tho is better performance at highway speeds. It is ... Read More

• Re: Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending [phylissp]

  Written by: beancounter on Jan 26, 2010 7:42:11 PM

  I thought Ford extended the warranty on the rear brakes. Do a search and I think you'll find plenty of discussion on the topic. You're not the only one. The Five Hundred has a real issue with pre-mature brake wear in the rears. I had the same problem. Took it to my mechanic (it was beyond even the extended warranty) and had the problem taken care of. I think they did ... Read More

• Re: Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending [computerguru]

  Written by: phylissp on Jan 26, 2010 5:28:18 PM

  I own a 2007 Limited Ford 500. I am at 18,000 miles and my warranty expired yesterday. Just yesterday I started hearing a grinding noise from the rear when applying my brakes. I called the dealership only to be told the warranty would not cover the brakes anyway. Never in my life and I have owned lots of cars have I had to replace brakes at 18,000 miles. I will not ... Read More

• Re: Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending [computerguru]

  Written by: abcde6 on Jan 13, 2010 2:16:12 PM

  I have a 2006 Montego purchased used in late 2008 with 10k miles. I purchased the vehicle instead of a Toyota Avalon, which was 25-30% more higher in cost with more miles and fewer options. I like the car a lot, even though in hindsight I overpaid for it. I have put 24k miles on it in 18 months. The standard brake pad problem was taken care of under warranty, I ... Read More

• Ford Five Hundred Limited 2007 Purchase Pending

  Written by: computerguru on Jan 12, 2010 5:34:09 PM

  Is this a good idea? Gosh, after having reviewed the 18 or so pages on the forum, it sounds like it may not. My dad is considering one - and will meet with the existing owner tomorrow morning, and will then proceed to his mechanic to have the vehicle inspected. The mileage is 38,000.00 and the private owner is asking $11,000.00. Is this a good deal? It seemed like most of ... Read More

• Re: Heated Seat not working [54brian]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Oct 12, 2009 9:10:21 AM

  TSB 09-4-8 03/09/09 INOPERATIVE HEATED SEAT(S) - BUILT BEFORE 12/14/2007 FORD: 2005-2007 Five Hundred, Freestyle 2008 Taurus X, Taurus MERCURY: 2005-2007 Montego 2008 Sable ISSUE Some 2005-2007 Freestyle, Five Hundred, Montego and 2008 Taurus, Sable and Taurus X vehicles built before 12/14/2007 may exhibit an inoperative heated seat(s). This concern may be caused by an intermittent open element in the heated seat mat. ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct ... Read More

• Re: brakes [gemini6]

  Written by: times2 on Oct 22, 2007 5:10:30 AM

  Well - hopefully, this will be a one-shot deal, per the warranty replacement program. Seems like the factory rear brakes were stored in damp conditions, which caused the problem. I just had my done last week under warranty at about 33,000 miles. The rotors were OK, so they just turned them to clean them up and put the new pads on. Here's the warranty letter if you need it. EXTENDED COVERAGE ... Read More

What Are Your Thoughts on the Return of the Taurus/Sable?

• Re: Taurus sales. [wayne21]

  Written by: bdyment on Oct 17, 2007 5:34:26 AM

  Are you sure the dealer didn't put you into a 2007 Ford Five Hundred. It sounds as though the car you were driving has a CVT transmission. The 2008 Taurus has lots of go and the transmission is very positive. Either you were in the wrong model Ford or there was something really wrong with it.

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego

• FYI - brakes.

  Written by: pnewby on Jul 5, 2007 6:11:56 AM

  EXTENDED COVERAGE PROGRAM 07N10 Certain 2005 through 2007 FWD & AWD Ford Five Hundred, Freestyle & Mercury Montego Vehicles - Rear Brake Wear -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Frank M. Ligon Director Service Engineering Operations Ford Customer Service Division Ford Motor Company P.O. Box 1904 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 July 3, 2007 TO: All U.S. Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealers SUBJECT: Customer Satisfaction Program 07N10 Certain 2005 through 2007 FWD & AWD Ford Five Hundred, Freestyle ... Read More

• Rear Brake Pads.

  Written by: pnewby on Mar 2, 2007 6:43:33 AM

  For anyone that doesn't see the posts on the Freestyle rear brake discussion, found the following- Just not exactly sure what the statement meant about the "Warranty" provision. Hope it isn't Ford trying to cheapen out. Printable View (51 KB) TSB 07-5-9 REAR BRAKE DRAG, NOISE, DUST, AND/OR PREMATURE PAD WEAR Publication Date: February 28, 2007 FORD: 2005-2007 Five Hundred, Freestyle MERCURY: 2005-2007 Montego This article supersedes TSB 06-22-17 to update ... Read More

What Are Your Thoughts on the Return of the Taurus/Sable?

• My 500 thoughts

  Written by: receiver88 on Feb 21, 2007 11:08:57 PM

  I've had my 2007 Ford Five Hundred SEL for almost two months now as a company car. I thought I'd share my thoughts with this board. My likes: 1) Excellent space and comfort, love the trunk. 2) Feels safe due to its size 3) Pretty good gas mileage My dislikes: 1) Very bland design 2) Interior design is way behind its competitors... just way too plain. 3) Lack of power. Although ... Read More

• Re: I Always Thought The Freestyle... [lablover2]

  Written by: gregg_vw on Feb 15, 2007 8:07:29 AM

  To each his or her own. I think it's a horse apiece. "Taurus" is definitely better than "Five Hundred." BTW there was a 2007 Taurus, which a lot of people seem to forget (ok, it is a forgettable car). It is still Ford's best selling sedan ever. So, having an 08 version makes sense, even if it won't work wonders for the car itself. (And Taurus X is way better than ... Read More

• I Agree...

  Written by: jchan2 on Feb 10, 2007 2:10:29 PM

  with the person who says that they never saw an ad for the Five-Hundred/Montego or the Freestyle. While I never saw one for the Freestyle or the Five-Hundred, I did see one for the Montego, and it was this young woman saying something along the lines of "This is why I chose Mercury" and was advertising some sort of cash back. And Ford wants to know why the trio never sold... ... Read More

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego

• Re: Interior

  Written by: samnoe on Jan 17, 2007 9:10:03 AM

  Let me explain, step by step: The stereo controls and LCD are so dated, all the competitions have way better and more intuitive controls. This stereo system (from the Five Hundred), with some tiny uncomfortable controls was first used in the F150 (if I remember correctly), which was praised all over for the beautiful cockpit (a first for Ford in recent years), and so was the climate controls. Since then, Ford ... Read More

• 2008 Five Hundred From a 2006 Owner

  Written by: slider7 on Jan 9, 2007 8:10:38 PM

  If you do away with all of the attention-deficit gizmo's that distract you from the reality you're really buying, the 2008 will be faster and perhaps smoother in the tranny/engine dept. The candy-striped rear tail lights look silly. The new rear wheels don't appear to have the wider visual stance that the current Limited design has. The front end looks like a cross between the 80's L T D stationwagon/Ford Topaz ... Read More

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2007 Ford Five Hundred SEL $23,945 OTD [thegraduate]

  Written by: jkinzel on Oct 15, 2006 9:39:57 PM

  Did you get it?? Sounds like a deal to me.

• Re: 2007 Ford Five Hundred SEL $23,945 OTD [thegraduate]

  Written by: thegraduate on Oct 13, 2006 3:40:51 PM

  Hello? Anybody home?

• 2007 Ford Five Hundred SEL $23,945 OTD

  Written by: thegraduate on Oct 7, 2006 6:28:51 PM

  Got an internet quote from my local dealer on a 2007 Five Hundred, wondering how good it is, and am open to opinions. It is an SEL model with Power Package, Leather, 6CD stereo, and Convenience Package... He is quoting me invoice price, and telling me he can get me out the door for $23,945 (after tax, title, fees, and minus the rebate). What do you think?

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego

• 2008 Revision Information - ANT14, others????

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Sep 23, 2006 9:41:52 PM

  Although I have an Edge on order, I really would prefer a sedan, preferably one with an elevated seating position, and the cargo space of the Five Hundred and Montego is even better for my needs that that in a CUV / SUV. The combination of no telescoping steering wheel and the over-sized boxy console makes it impossible for me to sit comfortably in the current versions, the current interior is ... Read More

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Northern Virginia/ Maryland/ DC [slider7]

  Written by: vrm on Jun 12, 2006 1:26:34 PM

  There are no more 06 Five Hundreds in Production. The model year was cut short by four months. 2007's began rolling off with a couple new paint colors, bright grilles on all, and chrome rim option to dealers in Raleigh and Charlotte NC with more coming. Lots of 06's especially Limiteds I dont need a more powerful engine and dont like to burn more gas. So I am not going to ... Read More

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego

• CVT end in sight:

  Written by: buckwheat on Jul 31, 2006 9:55:25 AM

  From the last paragraph of 7/31/06 Automotive News: "Ford is dropping the continuously variable transmission offered in the Ford Freestyle, Five Hundred and Mercury Montego at the end of the 2007 model year."

Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon vs Ford Taurus vs Chevrolet Impala

• I Finally Drove an Azera - Wow!

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Jun 11, 2006 2:40:53 PM

  I finally drove an Azera limited with the Ultimate package today. It is amazing how much nicer the interior looks in reality than in photographs. Anyone who has any interest in cars and large sedans and who has not actually gone to see and drive one is really missing something. First, the interior makes the interiors of the Five Hundred/Montego looks even worse than they already seem. I once drove a ... Read More

Ford Five Hundred/Mercury Montego

• 2007 Five Hundreds Are Arriving NOW!

  Written by: slider7 on May 10, 2006 8:24:48 PM

  Capital Ford in Raleigh got two SEL's and Town & Country in Charlotte got one. Appears 2007 has the silver painted LTD grill installed on the SEL. Let the summer sell off begin baby! I hope a coach roof and continental spare are available. LOL!

• Re: SE vs. SEL [luvmbooty] and Malibu Maxx

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Apr 24, 2006 7:17:43 PM

  Perhaps I can answer your questions, since I bought a Malibu Maxx instead of a Five Hundred, Montego, or Freestyle (I also considered the Chrysler 300, the Dodge Magnum, the Toyota Tacoma, and the Ford Explorer), and the Maxx replaced my 2002 Mercury Mountaineer). I prefer the looks of the Montego, especially the rear, but from the spy photos, the 2008 versions of all three of the Ford cars, and the ... Read More

• Remote start works, GM&Ford automatics

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Mar 16, 2006 7:38:44 PM

  Yes, living in California, I use the remote starter to get the cooling going. It sets it on maximum and really does make a difference, even in just the time between when I start walking towards the car and when I get inside. I would probably never have ordered it, but bought the GM car with every option during the "employee discount" promotion, and have since learned that it is a ... Read More

• ANT14 and gene_v and 2zmax and mcshmal

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Mar 9, 2006 10:05:36 AM

  ANT14 - yes, the "jumpy" initial throttle response is also very evident and annoying in the Buick Lucerne / Cadillac DTS. Gene_V - exactly my thoughts - big everywhere except for the driver. 2xmax - I am 6' 1", 189 Lbs., 36" waist, 34" inseam, and 34" sleeve (and yes, I do need to get back to 175 Lbs.), and the small footwell and knee space for the driver and especially ... Read More

• Re: 300 vs 500 [badgerfan]

  Written by: gregg_vw on Mar 8, 2006 8:51:02 AM

  Yes, the Fusion has some 427 cues, but very careful ones. It is edgier than the Five Hundred, but hardly a standout in the mid-size field. The 500 is more like the length of the final Taurus, although many (not all) of its interior dimensions are larger. The Fusion is actually a few inches longer than the original Taurus. (Ford is still going for too much front overhang proportional to wheelbase ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Production start, why wait for 2008? [fsmmcsi]

  Written by: gene_v on Feb 25, 2006 5:51:31 AM

  Every time I read this I get extremely frustrated that the Five Hundred/Montego does not have it NOW! Sounds like an awesome engine. http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=21984&make_id=trust

• When?

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Feb 13, 2006 6:22:45 PM

  It seems that the Lincoln MKS version of the cars will not be out until late 2008, so I wonder if the revised Five Hundred, Montego, and Freestyle will even make it out in 2007? Chrysler sales are faltering and Toyota and so forth are not sitting still, so it is very difficult to understand why Ford is not moving faster. Maybe they don't think the revisions will make a significant ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Update...?! [mikeroch]

  Written by: micweb on Dec 30, 2005 2:58:28 PM

  The Focus is a much higher volume car for Ford, but they haven't made any significant appearance changes since it came out in 1999. They "promised" a refreshening for 2005, but I can barely see the differences, and I love cars. So I doubt they will change much on the Five Hundred, a lower volume car, externally, for 2008. The whole "buzz" about an early update on the Five Hundred came ... Read More

• John

  Written by: ANT14 on Dec 6, 2005 3:02:35 PM

  "What's up with THAT? Isn't it more important to get that engine available as an option in the Five Hundred/Montego, which the media has had a field day calling underpowered?" True, I see your point, but the first vehicle to debut the engine will be the Lincoln Aviator, so being it's on the same assembly line, it's not much of an issue to dump it into the Edge or any other ... Read More

• two things

  Written by: johnclineii on Nov 17, 2005 4:19:29 AM

  There are NO FWD Limited models with the CVT...there are AWD Limited Models with the CVT but no FWD Limited models with the CVT. ALL AWD Five Hundreds have the CVT. ALL FWD SELs and Limiteds have the Six Speed. FWD SE's can have either transmission, depending on when they were built and how they were ordered. And there will be no GM/Ford Six Speed in 2007 Five Hundreds. The earliest ... Read More

• Re: Gtee [ANT14]

  Written by: gtee on Nov 14, 2005 2:39:00 PM

  I just would like to clarify a few things: 1. Which Ford models sold in USA will use the CVT transmission for 2007 model year? As far as I know non. 2. CVT transmissions are capable of handling torque in the 250ft-lbs range. This is demonstrated by Nissan using CVT in Murano with 246ft-lb of torque. Ford chose not to use the CVT transmission in Fusion or 2007 model 500. They ... Read More

• Five Hundred/Montego based Freestyle to be dropped for MY 2007

  Written by: johnclineii on Jul 18, 2005 4:25:15 AM

  A Mercury version was always planned for 2007. It's still coming out. But the Ford Freestyle based on the same platform as the Five Hundred/Montego is dropped after MY 2007. The name will continue, but it will not be the Five Hundred/Montego platform... The FreeSTAR will also be dropped shortly thereafter.. All this from this morning's Automotive News, (registration required to read...) See also: http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102793

• Re: Five Hundred Limited - Test Drive [gmctruck]

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Jun 27, 2005 10:34:00 PM

  Gmctruck - The very first time I sat in a Five Hundred, I tried to pull the steering wheel out. After sitting in and driving many of them, I finally gave up on them (Five Hundred, Montego, Freestyle) just because of the problem of obtaining a good seating position and the excessive noise from the drivetrain. I would like to have the better fuel mileage of the Freestyle, but have a ... Read More

• Info leaks on Ford’s 35 Duratec

  Written by: buckwheat on May 15, 2005 6:41:44 PM

  May 13, 2005, 3:31 PM ET by Walter J Keegan Jr. http://www.autoblog.com/ In some ways this is great news. The 3.5-liter Duratec engine is ready for the CD3 sedans next year. The 2007 versions of the Lincoln Zephyr, Mercury Milan and Ford Fusion will all have the 3.5 as optional engines. Now here’s the bad news: If Ford continues with these dates, the D3 Chicago cars: Five Hundred, Montego and Freestlye ... Read More

• Excellent and Disappointing

  Written by: fsmmcsi on Nov 26, 2004 2:47:22 PM

  Here is the letter I sent to several people at Ford today: The Five Hundred and Montego are at once excellent and greatly disappointing. The cars are beautiful, with an airy open cabin and excellent visibility. The Montego is especially nice, with the two-tone interior, dark fake wood, LED taillights, and HID headlights. We were amazed to see that a 15' ladder which collapses to 55" long fits into the trunk ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: dave2222 on Aug 4, 2004 12:23:18 PM

  In regards to the Navigation System it'll proably come either in 2006 or 2007. The five hundred will be getting a exterior redesign to look more like the Ford 427 concept. The Ford fusion will be the first car to embody the 427 styling. The 3.5L will also be introduced next year as another engine option as well as different interior and exterior colors and other minor changes. The montego will ... Read More