1999 Ford Taurus Consumer Discussions

Taurus/Sable Starting or Stalling Problems

• Re: 2001 ford taurus [tmathews1]

  Written by: don350 on May 16, 2011 9:32:03 PM

  I have a 1999 taurus with the same problem any ideas did youir figure it out??

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• 1999 Ford Taurus Problem

  Written by: cardude_2009 on Jan 19, 2009 12:26:44 PM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus Wagon. To avoid a wreck I put the car into reverse from drive and accelerated hard. The tires squeaked and all of the sudden the car made a grinding noise. When I put it up it into any other gear it made the same noise. I can only put it in park or neutral. When I jacked it up onto stands and put it in ... Read More

• 1999 ford taurus SE alternator replacment

  Written by: tkem12 on Oct 25, 2009 9:36:03 AM

  I need to get some info on how to change it out. Looks like it could be a hard one

Taurus/Sable Audio Questions

• Re: ford taurus 99' climate control = no cd deck [americanstud]

  Written by: kjhansen on Aug 7, 2009 2:24:17 PM

  try crutchfiel.com; they have all new faceplates (with the oval shape) that can accomodate an aftermarket stereo with a CD player. I have a 1999 Sable and I'm trying to find an OEM CD player that mounts in the trunk so I can use the existing controls in the dash stereo (the one like you have with the tape player. Thanks Ken

Taurus/Sable Transmission Problems

• 1996 ford

  Written by: muncy on May 31, 2008 10:02:54 AM

  i have a 1996 ford taurus with a bad transmission i have a spare one out of a 1999 taurus only diff i see is the little grey box on the gear shift control can i change that box to work with my spare

2008 and Later Ford Taurus / Mercury Sable Maintenance and Repair Forum

• Re: 1999 Ford Taurus Problem [keithm1]

  Written by: cardude_2009 on Jan 19, 2009 3:43:54 PM

  Not to jump the gun, but what are some of the better used car buying sites.

• Re: 1999 Ford Taurus Problem [cardude_2009]

  Written by: keithm1 on Jan 19, 2009 2:45:51 PM

  I'd get a good estimate before shelling out for a new car! ;)

• Re: 1999 Ford Taurus Problem [keithm1]

  Written by: cardude_2009 on Jan 19, 2009 2:40:38 PM

  I am pretty sure I was fully stopped when I put it into reverse, but then I accelerated hard when I was in reverse, but yeah I'm almost positive its transmission problems after looking at it more closely and I might just buy another car.

• Re: 1999 Ford Taurus Problem [cardude_2009]

  Written by: keithm1 on Jan 19, 2009 2:04:58 PM

  Hate to say it, but sounds like you definately did transmissin damage. You never shift from drive to reverse when moving. How fast were you going when you shifted into reverse? If less than 10mph, the damage is probably minor. if, however, you were going full speed, then I'd say you're probably looking at a major repair(maybe complete overhall)Don't necessarily take the car to your dealer. Find someone local who specializes ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Wagons

• 1999 Ford Taurus Problem

  Written by: cardude_2009 on Jan 19, 2009 12:24:44 PM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus Wagon. To avoid a wreck I put the car into reverse from drive and accelerated hard. The tires squeaked and all of the sudden the car made a grinding noise. When I put it up it into any other gear it made the same noise. I can only put it in park or neutral. When I jacked it up onto stands and put it in ... Read More

2008 and Later Ford Taurus / Mercury Sable Maintenance and Repair Forum

• 1999 Ford Taurus Problem

  Written by: cardude_2009 on Jan 19, 2009 12:23:53 PM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus Wagon. To avoid a wreck I put the car into reverse from drive and accelerated hard. The tires squeaked and all of the sudden the car made a grinding noise. When I put it up it into any other gear it made the same noise. I can only put it in park or neutral. When I jacked it up onto stands and put it in ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• 1999 Ford Taurus Problem

  Written by: cardude_2009 on Jan 19, 2009 12:11:54 PM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus Wagon. To avoid a wreck I put the car into reverse from drive and accelerated hard. The tires squeaked and all of the sudden the car made a grinding noise. When I put it up it into any other gear it made the same noise. I can only put it in park or neutral. When I jacked it up onto stands and put it in ... Read More

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

• Re: Five Hundred vs new Taurus FE [kaisu04]

  Written by: barnstormer64 on Dec 19, 2007 7:47:17 PM

  I have a 99 Sable. The trade in value is so low that I would be better off getting a Camry/Accord for $5k more when buying new. I just tested that theory. I priced out a 1999 Ford Taurus SE 4-dr sedan with the 3.0L V6, dark blue, with 100,000 miles on it, in average condition. Private Party Sale price from Edmunds was $1722 I then priced out a 1999 Toyota ... Read More

Taurus/Sable Heating / Cooling Problems

• Re: How can I locate My heater Core ? Any one [jessejames5]

  Written by: yellowbook on Dec 6, 2007 9:22:25 PM

  If you have a leak in the heater core, I would think that your coolant level would be going down. Also, you would smell the coolant-antifreeze inside the car. It might even be on your carpet. When your windshield fogs over, you would find it more difficult to clean the fog off the windshield. If you look under the hood, you will see two hoses attached to the firewall. Those hoses ... Read More

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

• Re: Ford should copy Toyota? [mschmal]

  Written by: gregg_vw on Oct 24, 2007 10:52:44 AM

  It is good that you are so enthusiastic about the products you sell. They are good products. However, "huge hit" could be perceived as an overstatement. The Fusion is far from the top mid-size seller. The F150 is losing market share. The "New Escape" is clearly the old Escape with running improvements, and some different lines in the sheetmetal. Unlike when Toyota for example updates the RAV4 (each generation starts with ... Read More

• Re: OK... [david_v1234]

  Written by: dzier217 on Aug 27, 2007 9:50:25 AM

  I think what has happend to some companies is they listened to the automotive journals too much and are now getting re-introduced into the mainstream. Auomotive journals are always saying things like "this deserves a new name" as a new car. I think Honda and Toyota has shown what a name can do for a car for decades - civic,accord, corrola, camry... as long as you keep it up to date ... Read More

Taurus/Sable Audio Questions

• Car Stereo In 1999 Ford Taurus

  Written by: sillypeja21 on Aug 19, 2007 7:32:18 AM

  I just installed a car stereo pioneer, in my 1999 ford taurus v6 3.0 (vulcan) and when i flip the ignition backwards with the key in the pioneer deck does not turn on and i would like to know which wire could it be or something that can help me out here. Thanks

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

• Re: Good Move [w9cw]

  Written by: gtee on Feb 22, 2007 9:37:40 AM

  Some people on this forum claim that style and image don’t matter, and that VALUE is king. Fine that is valid argument. What I claim is that Ford 500 is not a great value, and for sure it has no style or image. I am sure that most people here know that Ford 500 is based on the Volvo S80, the so called D3 platform. Well what is a D3 platform? ... Read More

• Re: Good Move [nvbanker]

  Written by: gregg_vw on Feb 18, 2007 7:52:44 AM

  That's what makes the three bar grill and new Lincoln grills a "good move" (though still too small a change to change much): you hate them, and lots of people like 'em--even if the vehicles to which they are attached need work. They are polarizing. Ford needs lots more of it, if they are to survive at all. Ford needs to ramp it up, like the grill on the Interceptor and ... Read More

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• MY Ford Taurus is making Jingiling sounds on acceleration

  Written by: star1298 on Jun 28, 2006 6:23:53 AM

  I have a used 1999 Ford Taurus and it has been making jingling sounds on and off when going uphill mostly and on at times driving on flat roads. I got it at 23,000 miles, now it's about 32,000 miles and it does the same thing. I didn't think much of it before, but now I am. It sounds like a rattling or jingling of bells sound when on the accelerator. ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Wagons

• SABLE/TAURUS

  Written by: ford_boy_1984 on May 27, 2006 10:19:46 PM

  As far as the reliability of the sable and the Taurus I can say its better than people say. Yes in the 80's the technology was bas but look at all cars in the 80's in the same class. As far as American cars go, their were few mid sized cars worth wild. And Dodge had the worst of all. Yes ford has problems but I’ve owned a 1990 Mercury Sable ... Read More

• Re: Service engine light on again [johnwng]

  Written by: ksham on May 22, 2006 2:15:05 PM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus with 60K miles on it. The 'Service Engine Soon' light came on in December. The repair shop ran the diagnostics and said there is no problem. Later, it was checked again and they replaced the EGR sensors. the light is still on. Each time the diagnostics are run, it goes away for 15-25 miles, then returns again. Any idea what may be causing it?

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• Using turn signal also turns on wipers-HELP!

  Written by: mtnpastor on Dec 30, 2005 10:41:09 AM

  My mother in law has a 1999 Ford Taurus SE. Whenever we use the turn signal switch, the windshield wipers will cycle a time or two shortly after making the turn. This is very distracting and annoying and could be hazardous. Not to mention hard on the wipers and windshield without the lubrication from washer fluid or rain water. Has anyone else had this problem and if so, what fixed it? ... Read More

• Replace Cigarette lighter

  Written by: steveg3 on Dec 27, 2005 11:59:50 AM

  Can anyone offer tips on how to replace the cigarette lighter in a 1999 Ford Taurus? Is there a way to remove the complete ash try assembly?

• Re: 1997 taurus g O2 and speed sensor [dragonking9]

  Written by: alcan on Nov 20, 2005 3:11:59 PM

  "i'm trying to replace my O2 sensor" Which oxygen sensor are you referring to? There are 4 of them: http://www.autozone.com/images/cds/gif/large/0900823d801af707.gif Ford Taurus/Sable 1996-1999 Repair Guide Vehicle Speed Sensor REMOVAL & INSTALLATION 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Raise and support the vehicle. 3. Remove the catalytic converter Y-pipe. 4. Unplug the VSS electrical connector. 5. Remove the VSS protective heat shield. 6. Remove the retaining bolt from the VSS. 7. ... Read More

• Re: 1999 Ford Taurus [misfit227]

  Written by: dba_stu on Oct 19, 2005 11:20:41 AM

  I'm in the process of changing out the lower control arm/balljoint assembly for my '93 taurus. The part costs $63 + tax at the parts store (in Central NJ), and my mechanic wants 2 hours of labor (at $60/hr.) to install. Plus, there is a 30% chance that I'd need to perform an alignment for $60. I actually tried to install the control arm myself, and easily removed all three bolts ... Read More

• 1999 Ford Taurus

  Written by: misfit227 on Oct 4, 2005 10:31:31 AM

  My son recently wrecked my car and busted the lower ball joint and the control arm on the front passenger side. It seems very expensive to have repaired at the shop is this something that can be done easily or should I just go ahead and pay the money to have it done professionally?

• Intermittent hot no start problem

  Written by: wbacon on Sep 24, 2005 3:11:40 AM

  My car is 1999 Ford Taurus Station Wagon 24 ohv 3.0 liter engine, 72,000 miles floor mounted automatic transmission shift Problem: on an intermittent basis, after driving the car, making a stop or two doing errands before getting home for the day, I get in the car and the starter motor turns the engine over but the engine will not start. This has always happened in warm to hot weather. After ... Read More

• Re: my Taurus 96 overheating [cole_lol]

  Written by: alcan on Sep 20, 2005 3:05:35 AM

  Simple job with the DOHC engine: Ford Taurus/Sable 1996-1999 Repair Guide Water Pump, 3.0L DOHC Engine 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Drain the engine cooling system. 2. Remove the water pump drive belt. 3. Disconnect the radiator and heater hoses from the water pump. 4. If equipped, remove the A/C compressor-to-water pump brace. 5. Unfasten the four nuts securing the water pump to the engine and remove the water pump. ... Read More

• 1999 Ford Taurus power steering failure

  Written by: dawnchristine on Sep 9, 2005 2:13:37 PM

  No power steering, fluid leaks into rack and pinion. My landlord said there was a recall can't find it anywhere.only has 35,000 miles.

• Re: 1999 Ford Taurus overrun with mechanical problems [laura6081]

  Written by: rufus7 on Jul 19, 2005 9:36:43 AM

  well I have the same engine took it in to have a tune up they said $90 when they found out it was a dual overhead they quickly changed the price to over $200 so I ended up doing it myself you do have to take the engine apart a little bit (I think I only took off the manifold has the egine label on it) to get access to the ... Read More

• 1999 Ford Taurus overrun with mechanical problems

  Written by: laura6081 on Jul 16, 2005 4:27:54 PM

  Hello. I have a 1999 Ford Taurus SE, 24 valve, duel overhead cam, 3.0 liter....and that's about as much as I know about the mechanics of it. It has 138,000 miles on it and it has had the oil changed every 3000 to 5000 miles. However, there are many problems that I have having with it and would like to research what they may be. Basically, the problems that I am ... Read More

• Re: [mechair]

  Written by: alcan on Jun 20, 2005 6:58:00 PM

  You have removed the subframe already, right? If you haven't, the transaxle isn't going to come out. I dno't know which book you're referring to, but here's the R&R procedure: Automatic Transaxle Assembly Ford Taurus/Sable 1996-1999 Repair Guide To remove: 1. Disconnect both battery cables, negative cable first. 2. Remove the battery and battery tray. Remove the engine air cleaner assembly. 3. Detach the transaxle harness and the Transmission Range (TR) ... Read More

• Automatic climate controls in Ford Taurus 99'

  Written by: jpszink on Jun 14, 2005 10:27:58 PM

  This may seem like an odd thing to do, but oh well... I have a 1999 Ford Taurus SE and right now it has mechanical climate controls (you know the dials). I got a new unit on e-bay that has automatic electronic climate controls and I want to install it in my car. Of course the hookups are not the same, which is my problem. The only cable that will hookup ... Read More

• Re: Cost of Rear Brake Shoes/Drums/ Cylinders - Taurus 1999 [jkfuturein]

  Written by: wkohler on May 10, 2005 12:06:51 PM

  $675 sounds terribly expensive for just rear brake shoes and drums. Did the price include the brake cylinders too? I just had the brakes on my 03 Expedition upgraded to the newer pads which included new front rotors, pads and associated hardware along with new pads on the rear with associated hardware and had the rear rotors turned. All this at a Ford dealership for about $725. Unless the vehicle is ... Read More

• Cost of Rear Brake Shoes/Drums/ Cylinders - Taurus 1999

  Written by: jkfuturein on May 10, 2005 11:42:13 AM

  Hi, I have been quoted $675 for Rear Brake Shoes/Drums and have been told that my brake cylinders are leaking and needs replcement too. Is this a fair price ? I have a 1999 Ford Taurus with 55000 Miles. Also they have asked me to get spark plugs changed..suggested price $130. Are these fair prices or should I go to Midas/Pepboys etc? Please suggest me . Thanks, jagdeep.

• Re: 1999 taurus problems [alcan]

  Written by: luke32 on May 6, 2005 5:51:26 AM

  It gives the generic P0135 02 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 1) and the Ford specific P1131 Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch - Sensor Indicates Lean - Bank No. 1 Someone suggested I clean the Mass Airflow Sensor, which I did with electronic spray, but still no luck.

• Re: 1999 Taurus Power steering problem [denon12345]

  Written by: gard on Apr 26, 2005 7:01:19 AM

  #817 of 1549 Power steering problem by denon12345 Mar 30, 2003 (8:00 pm) Have a 1999 Ford Tauras, has about 62000km. The problem is when the car is shut off the power sterring fluid backup in to the container. But when the car starts up it sucks it all back through. If anyone know any idea what it could be, it would be very helpful. Thanks. denon: Two years late but ... Read More

• Re: 99 HEATER CORE [wijoco]

  Written by: mbrittb on Apr 5, 2005 1:07:17 AM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus Wagon that we have been having major heater core problems with as well. We had actually bought the car used from a Toyata dealer in New Orleans back in 2002. Since then we have had to replace the heater core 6/30/03, 5/26/04, and 9/1/04. Yes the coolant is turning brown, so I'm guess that the some sort of corrosion is getting into the coolant causing ... Read More

• safety recall 04S17 (front coil springs)

  Written by: dowilmar on Feb 7, 2005 11:58:05 AM

  1998 Taurus s/w, 114ks, recently had left front coil spring fracture, ruined tire...while parked! recall on 1999-2001 models only, anyone with similar problem and did you have any luck with Ford? Any other agencies to contact. Apparently recall only available to Eastern Canada because of salt.

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• Re: Popping Noise Front End 1999 Taurus [1stmountie]

  Written by: carbidge on Feb 6, 2005 6:41:49 PM

  Yes I had my 1999 Taurus, recall fix ?? on 2/3/2005. It has a popping noise on the right front also. Do Ford know what to do now.

• Popping Noise Front End 1999 Taurus

  Written by: 1stmountie on Jan 12, 2005 1:26:35 PM

  I just had the latest recall on the front end. When the car was returned to me I got a loud popping noise, which came from the front driver side. Looked over everthing and everything was tighten down. Noone including Ford can figure out what it is. Has anyone experienced this situation.

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• Re: Taurus Recall? [hokieboy]

  Written by: badgerfan on Jul 19, 2004 1:44:40 PM

  It's no big deal. They are recalling 1999-2001's in 22 northern states to put a shield around the front springs so if it breaks it can't puncture the tire. If your car is in a southern state, yours is not involved. If in doubt, check with Ford with your VIN and they can probably tell you if yours is included. I would only worry if your car was located in a ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• Re: New 2004 Ford Taurus SEL Owner.. [iexplore2000 #2818]

  Written by: ssartori on Apr 13, 2004 9:58:49 AM

  As for the sound, My 1999 Sable had Continentals on it... I just replaced them with Michelins X's BJ's wholesale club (34K miles on the OEM Continentals) and it did quite the ride down quit a bit... I thought the same thing when I first got my Sable with Continentals on it..

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• Opinions needed on buying a used Taurus

  Written by: lelandl on Feb 1, 2004 1:33:56 PM

  Hello, all: My 97 protege was totaled from an accident several days ago. The other (probably drunk) driver ran away from the site. Fortunately I was not injured, well, now I am in the market for a used Taurus. I will need you guys' opinion on this buy: 99 Taurus SE 100K miles cruise, ABS, alloy wheels power window, power door lock, power sear ,power mirrors Radio cassette It's a company ... Read More

• coolant sludge

  Written by: ndfar on Jan 8, 2003 1:57:25 PM

  I was on a road trip and was having my oil changed on my 1999 Taurus and they found the brown sludge. I returned home and went to the dealer about it and there is a service bulletin out but its not a recall. The car just went out of warranty but he said he would take care of it for a $100 deductible and Ford would cover the rest of ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• Ford and Hertz

  Written by: fdthird on Sep 26, 2002 6:16:16 AM

  While my wife has a 2001 Taurus SEL, my car is a 2000 Mustang convertible. One of the big reasons I bought this car is loving a 1999 Mustang rental from Hertz in Las Vegas. Well, we've been to Vegas 3 times since then and have rented a car from Hertz at the airport every time. The first two years we had a Pontiac Grand Am and this last year a ... Read More

• Ehenness - Trans

  Written by: edmund2460 on Aug 14, 2002 6:19:56 PM

  Ony my way over to AAMCO the car slipped into neutral all by itself for a while, while I was cruising on the highway (I heard the engine rev up) and then slipped back into gear. The Mgr. at AAMCO said that a neutral safety switch going bad could cause this problem and also the one I have regularly that I described before. Since I was getting ready to take a ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Wagons

• Wow!

  Written by: fdthird on Jul 2, 2002 6:28:08 AM

  Perhaps the post should be labeled "Do not buy 9 year old car from sweet little old lady". Seems you have more of a problem with the old lady than with Ford! Also, Volvos are no wonders either. My Mom had a 95 850 that should have been painted yellow it was back at the dealer so many times. She took a bath when she unloaded it in 1999 so don't ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• 1999 Taurus---good deal????? by krusty3

  Written by: danielj6 on May 14, 2002 9:09:53 AM

  According to Kelly Blue Book you Taurus LX will with the following equipment will cost you: 1999 Ford Taurus LX Sedan 4D Engine: V6 3.0 Liter 24V Trans: Automatic Drive: Front Wheel Drive Mileage: 16,000 Equipment Air Conditioning Power Steering Power Windows Power Door Locks Tilt Wheel Cruise Control AM/FM Stereo Cassette Dual Front Air Bags ABS (4-Wheel) Leather Dual Power Seats Alloy Wheels Retail Value $12,375

• 1999 Taurus---good deal?????

  Written by: krusty3 on May 13, 2002 10:37:54 AM

  I have the chance to buy a 1999 Ford Taurus LX....16,000 miles, fully loaded for $10k Is it a good deal????

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• 99 TAURUS POWER STEERING RACK PROBLEM

  Written by: bcutcliffe on Mar 4, 2002 9:54:43 AM

  My wife and I purchased a 1999 Taurus SE from a Ford dealership in May 2000. The vehicle had 17,000 miles on it at the time and we did not purchase an extended warrantry. The odometer presently reads 46,000. Until very recently, we have been extremely pleased with the car in all respects, with the exception of gas milage (but I guess that comes with the changeover from 4 cyl to ... Read More

• For those that want to read the bad news

  Written by: q45man on Jan 28, 2002 3:52:42 AM

  http://www.blueovalnews.com/ use the search function to zero in on the model and its alleged problems. This site has been sued by Ford more than any other! Some how they get hold of internal docs and reports. FYI: "Well past the average of 4.51, the #8 position went to the Atlanta Assembly Plant, which makes the Taurus, Sable and all SHO models. It's interesting that the two Taurus/Sable assembly plants have such ... Read More

• Never again

  Written by: sugarcookie on Dec 16, 2001 10:57:30 AM

  I bought a "preowned" 98 Taurus in 1999 with 23000 miles on it. IN the beginning, it was a mechanical nightmare. The shop had the car more than I did for the first year. After I made sure everything was fixed while under warranty, I was satisfied except for the transmission. The Ford dealership said there was no problem, but I knew better. However, you can't argue with factory reps. I ... Read More

• Ford Taurus

  Written by: charliebrown62 on Dec 8, 2001 11:40:03 PM

  I own a 1999 Ford Taurus Wagon, with the Duratec engine. I love this car !!! No mechanical problems to date, only small items like a sticking seatbelt, etc. I'm a firm believer in buying the best components when I buy a car, and insist on it because I have found that if you buy the cheaper ones, they almost always end up costing you more ultimately. For instance, I have ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• Transmission problem...

  Written by: lteturner on Jul 15, 2001 3:18:42 PM

  I have a 2000 ford taurus that I purchased in November 1999 and it is in the shop for transmission work. The mechanic tells me the gear shift is broken and I have to pay $1500 to fix it because I have 36125 (115 miles over my warranty)...how convenient, huh? So needless to say I am not happy with this car and will be trading it in SOON...

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• Display for the radio and air conditioner intermitently goes off

  Written by: maurer on May 29, 2001 9:37:52 AM

  I have a 1999 Ford Taurus SE with a intermittent problem. The radio/ac display doesn't always display. I still have functionality just no display. Before I take it to the Ford garage, I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem?

• Troubles in Tranny Town

  Written by: rover3500 on May 15, 2001 5:13:58 AM

  Hello, I am now on my second Taurus. My first was a 1990 wagon that I bought used as my very first auto. I finaly had to trade it in in 1999 when the A/C pooped out. The car was great. Cosmetically great in and out, and ran even better. I tradded her in for a 98 taurus thinking that I would get the same rugged vehicle that would just keep ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: sable93 on Jun 14, 2001 3:00:59 PM

  Glad you loved your Sables. This is the second Taurus/Sable I've owned. 1. 1993 Mercury Sable GS = 2 head gasket jobs Cost = $2800 2. 1997 Ford Taurus = new transmission + other Cost = $4000 Luckily, the Sable's head gaskets went under a three month warranty I got with the car in 1999. Then, they went again a little under a year, so it was also covered under warranty. ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• snowman

  Written by: stnel on May 2, 2001 4:58:13 PM

  Actually, I haven't bought a Taurus yet but plan to in another week or so. I can't really say about the transmissions on the Taurus. Consumer Reports has 2 different places where it rates the transmission. One place give the Taurus a 5 out of 5 rating. In the other place it give a 4 out of 5 rating. Here are a couple of web pages that may help you: www.gmpowertrain.com ... Read More

• 2000 Taurus SE FFV Sell Back/Exchange with Ford (Engine Ping/Interior Moisture)

  Written by: woodge on Apr 20, 2001 10:30:17 AM

  I came upon this chat group yesterday and thought I should share our last 14 months of owning a "Lemon". I wish I could share all of the stories I have about this car, but here are some highlights: For those of you who have a 3.0FFV engine that pings. The problem will not go away by chaning octane levels or running cleaners through the injectors. Our car has been into ... Read More

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

• 1997 Taurus with suspension problems and door sensors going bad

  Written by: tammycampbell8 on Mar 19, 2001 12:39:26 PM

  Our worst nightmare was the service dept in the same town we bought this 97 taurus, our problems began in 98 when you could hear the sound of a ball dropping coming out of the right front of the car. I was taking this car to the dealer that I bought it from in 1998 and 1999 complaining of the sound> But each time the car went in, it came out ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

• Left Over 1999

  Written by: homer33 on Feb 26, 2001 6:31:44 PM

  I walked in to my local Ford dealer and in the showroom was a 1999 Taurus SE. They "found" out in the field. The sticker on it is 18k and it has ABS, Power Driver seat. What should I offer for this? There are asking 17k.

• amazing ford v6

  Written by: impressed on Nov 25, 2000 4:29:40 AM

  My wife's car, a 1999 ford taurus se with 17,000 miles really impresses me. Something just doen't seem right, why does it feel blazingly fast? The standard vulcan engine that puts out a mere 145 horses is very responsise to the slightest touch of the throttle. Believe me I know, I own a 1994 seville sts putting out 300 hp, and sometimes I really believe the ford is faster. That darn ... Read More

• Prior Rental

  Written by: s852 on Oct 11, 2000 1:32:49 AM

  I see the weekend papers loaded with Ford dealership ads 1999 Taurus SEs and Sables GSs for about $11500 to $11999. They usually have about 30K miles and the most typical options plus power drivers seat, aluminum wheels and ABS. I prefer the 2000 models and I assume rental returns on 2000s should be coming out anytime now. I assume the 2000 body styles will probably go for a grand or ... Read More

• 1999 Taurus

  Written by: rpbohn on Jul 22, 2000 8:35:47 AM

  My wife and I want to buy a used 1999 Ford Taurus. Which model is recommended in the 4 door sedan and why? What are the included options? Thanks, rb

• Taurus Comment

  Written by: tim1966 on Jun 28, 2000 3:46:42 PM

  I just bought a 1999 Ford Taurus SE Sedan, and I really think it is one of the most comfortable cars that I have ever owned. I have driven the 2000 Chevy Impala a nice car but gutless. I drive 780 miles a week and I drove the Impala for about a week, but I will put my Taurus up against the Impala anytime as far as dependability, and comfort. I ... Read More

• Reply to ohio7

  Written by: barjon on Jun 23, 2000 4:21:06 PM

  Congratulations on your purchase, and I hope you're enjoying your new red SEL! Now, about the rear doors....I'm very confused. Before taking my car in on 6/19, I discussed again with my service advisor exactly what they proposed to do. I was told it involved removing the molding and inserting a black caulking, the same thing that they had done to fix a Contour problem. I felt very uncomfortable with that ... Read More

• To regfootball

  Written by: robnis on Jun 16, 2000 3:26:26 AM

  Have you heard anything more about a SHO replacement? Also, have you driven the 2000 Taurus? How does the engine compare with the 235hp SHO 32 valve? I have a hunch the the 2000 Taurus would feel like I was driving some 4 cylinder again. Going to miss my SHO come next Spring, but I don't want to keep it long term. It was a 10 year love affair, a new ... Read More

• What should I buy?

  Written by: toddpern on May 30, 2000 1:34:42 AM

  I am currently in the process of determining the right car for me and have limited my choices to three vehicles. 1. 2000 Ford Taurus SEL, 2. 2000 Subaru Outback Wagon or 3. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. I have driven the Taurus and liked the feel, cost and safety feature. Although, I am thinking it's may be too big, and there may be too many of them on the market and ... Read More

• Want a 1999 Ford Taurus SHO?

  Written by: robnis on May 12, 2000 1:36:26 AM

  I have a green, '99 SHO with 11K miles and am interested if someone would like to take over the lease payments of just $400 a month for the next year? As you undoubtedly know, the car has every available option on it: leather, roof, 6 cd changer in trunk, 32 valve engine, automatic climate control, btb warranty, and the car is perfect. I have leased SHO's for the last 10 ... Read More

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Wagons

• For the money - get the '99 Taurus

  Written by: misssam1 on Apr 2, 2000 7:57:22 AM

  Hi! Just bought a 1999 Taurus (my second Taurus - the first was a 1987) and am very happy with it. Like you, I live in a mountainous area of Los Angeles and need something that won't choke going uphill. I also wanted to get a car that would fit my passenger and cargo needs (I have an infant so there is all of THAT gear to haul around). I found ... Read More