Used 2008 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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2008 Ford Taurus SEL AWD
andysamuels, Torrance, CA, 02/23/2012
Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
My 2008 Ford Taurus SEL AWD is a great upgrade from the 2003 Lincoln LS Sport V8 I used to drive. The Taurus has a lot more room in the cabin, a much bigger trunk and AWD. The AWD makes a world of difference: in rain and snow the Lincoln LS was a death trap. Unfortunately the finishing of the trim of the Taurus is not up the Lincoln standard but I guess that is to be expected. I was able to install factory navigation myself so that was a nice bonus. I also bought the Taurus really cheap so I got a lot of value for money (definitely an under appreciated car)
I fell in love with this car
TexasRoadrunner, San Angelo, TX, 03/08/2022
Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2008 Taurus SEL in 2010 and finally let it go today. It was a comfortable, dependable ride for the last 12 years. It had 304k miles on it but was still getting me to work and back. It was a good experience owning this car.
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More thean what I expected
shalla, 04/13/2010
Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I went into the dealership not really looking for much just a nice car to get back and forward to and from work. The dealer pulled this car around and I froze. I thought that he was joking because I did not think I could afford this nice looking car. Then he told me the price and he also had to tell me the make and model because it look so much better then any Ford Taurus I have ever seen. I love this car. It has style and comfort. When I pull up to church and everyone ask me what kind of car is that? I smile and say "it's a Ford Taurus" and they reply "man that is sharp".
Best vehicle I have owned!
08TaurusLover, Sauk Rapids, MN, 05/22/2018
updated 11/26/2018
Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Honestly I never even looked at a Ford before purchasing this one, but now it is the first brand I look for when car shopping. The things I love: This car sits higher than most cars so it is very easy for my handicapped mother to get in and out. The all wheel drive is amazing. We zip in and out of snowed in places easily while others have to wait for the plow! The sound is great and easily adjustable. There is not a lot of road or motor noise and the seats are plush and comfortable. There is an amazing amount of space in the car! When we purchased it our kids could easily walk between the back of the drivers seat and the back seat when the front seats were in their normal position. The trunk is HUGE! The only thing we have had to fix on this car in the 9 years and 185,000 miles we have owned it was something in the steering column. We have had to fix it twice and it was not cheap, but the car is so reliable otherwise that it’s ok!
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Reliable, good power, no recalls
Aaron F, Denver, CO, 09/21/2018
Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had my 08 SEL AWD for 8 years now. I bought it with 65k in 2010 and now it has 151k. Surprisingly I get a lot of compliments on it (I keep it clean, that black shines!) I have really only had to do the brakes since I had it. Had it tuned up in 2012 (plugs, wires, fuel cleaning, battery, tranny and radiator flush) and really not much else but oil changes. I use a high mileage synthetic blend. The only thing I have an issue with is the transmission gets sticky once in a while. Usually first thing in the morning. Just likes to rev up a little higher then normal and then shift. Its kinda rough but I got used to it. And it doesnt happen all the time. Its been like that since I bought it and hasnt gone out on me. The car was a rental before I bought it so assuming some people might have been a little rough on it. I live in Iowa so I get a lot of use out of the AWD and traction control. No issues during winter. The car has good power. Im starting to get a couple rust spots in front of the rear tires on both sides. I sanded and put some rust stop on it. I have to touch it up every couple months but the rust hasnt gotten any worse. Overall I am very happy with the car. Havent had any recalls either.
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