1997 Mercury Grand Marquis Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
18 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(28 Total Reviews)
A great value vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr LS Sedan
Review
This is your dad's car but it is the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. This thing runs, and runs, and runs. I have the sport and handling package so it haas some pep to move on the highway.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
I don't know about newer Marquis' but deeper cup holders are a must.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
I love the car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr LS Sedan
Review
I am a women so the dealership was trying to sell me a Pontiac, they had to wash it so they gave me a Marquis to drive for a day. The looks didnt turn me on, but when I got in the car and started driving it I was sold. I never let them take it back. I have had the care for 2 years and I have driven back and forth from state to state and just keeping regular oil changes the car works great. I cant' wait to get another one. A newer one of course
Favorite Features
I like the comfortable seats and leg room
Suggested Improvements
The motors in the seats and in the windows keep getting stuck and it is very expensive to fix
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
High mileage Grand Marquis
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr LS Sedan
Review
I have owned full frame RWD vehicles all of my life. That said, the medium sized Mercury GM is a delight to drive on a day to day basis. (I have owned larger and smaller full framed cars). I have been know to drive 800 miles in a day and not need bed rest for a week. Fuel economy has been 14mpg city and 24- 25 highway. Modifications include, duel exhaust with flow masters, K&N air intake system, computer recalibration, police shocks, Bigger sway bars, after market suspension bushings and Police pursuit tires. Over all reliability has been very good. Other than normal maintenance, the coolant runner in the front of the intake manifold has been the only issue. Just normal things
Favorite Features
Comfort and reliability.
Suggested Improvements
The steering and suspension has been up dated from 1997. Dual exhaust has been added. Horse power is up, but mine has more due to modifications. I prefer the police pursuit tires (my preference). :)
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
This is a wonderful luxury vehicle! The stlying and performance is wonderful. The ride is so extremely smooth its like riding on a cloud. I would reccommend this vehicle to anyone who is looking for a luxury vehicle with class, style, reliability, and great performance.
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Suggested Improvements
11 out 12 people found this review helpful
nice car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
a nice riding grand marquis is exactly what i been looking for and this is a nice car
Favorite Features
the outer appearance of the car is outstanding it couldnt look any better
Suggested Improvements
n/a
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
One owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
Car is a joy to drive, however I am in assisted living and no longer can drive
Favorite Features
comfort and ability to seat 6 people, ease of driving, large trunk
Suggested Improvements
none
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
1997 Marquis LS
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr LS Sedan
Review
I spent 6 months researching every make of used car, looking for the one car that had the best combination of room, power, style, safety, and economy. The car that fit the bill...my 1997 Grand Marquis LS. I have owned the car since 2002 and it has required only regular maintenance (oil changes, plugs, filters and the like). Because most buyers mistakenly view the Marquis as an old person's boat, super quality low mileage versions are readily available for reasonable prices. Ford got this car right and with the same basic engine and body parts being made since 1992...parts are not a problem. My Marquis is extremely fast, incredibly roomy, economical (18-26mpg), and very reliable.
Favorite Features
What I like most about my Marquis is that it does not have that annoying center console mess. The Marquis has a clear open front floor area, with the shifter on the column, where it belongs. I have also enjoyed the digital dash and trip computer. And of course, the trunk is unbelievably "deep".
Suggested Improvements
The only improvement that Ford could have made was to seal the headlight pods. As with virtually ALL Ford cars and trucks the headlight plastic eventually gets water in it and they "fog" over (leaving them milky white looking). I changed mine out with after market light pods and I sealed them.
8 out 8 people found this review helpful
LoveThisCar
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
This car has been on an excellent car. I have used for many different things, including moving, and many, many long trips.....it averages out at about 20 mpg in the city. My four cylinder accord only gets a couple more mpg than that. I love it, but had to sell it to a family member a couple months ago, it has been a great car for her as well. I will definitly have another Grand Marquis. This was my fourth. All of them have been wonderful. Great fit and finish. The car still looks good even though its nearly ten years old. It has held up very well with a timeless design
Favorite Features
Auto headlights, power drivers seat. Gas mileage. The 4.6 is the best engine Ford has ever made.
Suggested Improvements
Better intake, which I guess they have taken care of that. Other than that, nothing.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Great Car - No regrets
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr LS Sedan
Review
I bought this car as a "winter beater" but it is immaculate and a fantastic riding car. It performed admirably this past winter in NW PA. I just took a 220 mile trip and got 26.7 mpg - AWESOME for a car this size with a V8. I've always loved the Grand Marquis - my parents had a 1984 LS and we retired it with 221,000 miles on it. I'm hoping for a repeat performance with mine!
Favorite Features
Ride, comfort, size, safe-feel, keyless entry, power & much more!
Suggested Improvements
I'm sure Ford has addressed most by now. I really like the new look of today's models.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
God given vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
I really like this car. It is dependable and very economical for a large sedan. I am blessed to have got this car.
Favorite Features
Too many to know one favorite
Suggested Improvements
Power seatbelts . Cd player
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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