2001 Mercury Sable Consumer Reviews Page 4

too many problems

Written by: 2nd sable purchased on 06/18/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

list of problems before i reached 20000, miles. The fuel pump broke 3 times. Once while I was on vacation stranding me in the middle of no where. The second time in rush hour traffic. The rotors had to be replaced after 10000 miles, the drivers side power window and side view mirror also broke. Once the dealership fixed all of these problems i have not had one since. Fords service did take care of all of the problems but it still was a major inconvenience. I will be looking more at imports for my next vehicle.

Favorite Features

overall good interior comfort, auto climate control, good stereo. traction control works very well in wisconsin winters.

Suggested Improvements

styling and initail quality.

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History

Written by: josiebaby on 06/11/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

The only major problem I had was a dead battery which of course happened while shopping in a mall. Making con tact with the road service that comes with the warranty proved a little frustrating, due to fact that the person on the other end did not speak english very well. Other than that the service to the vehicle was excellent

Favorite Features

Easy handling

Suggested Improvements

Locks glove compartment. Key for driver only to open trunk. Very noisy windshield wipers and wind.

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Well...

Written by: Don1090 on 06/10/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I agree that 155 HP is not enough to move this tank thru town. Turning circle is pretty awful, but in principle fun to drive and provides plenty of room for the driver. Steering has its own ideas.

Favorite Features

Plenty of room, apparently quite reliable (touch wood).

Suggested Improvements

Improve seats, styling is unimaginative, gas mileage needs to be improved.

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Great Car for the Money

Written by: Dreamer on 05/21/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

A lot of car for the money. Has a big car ride. Very comfortable with a secure feeling as far as road handling, particularly on a highway.

Favorite Features

Inside/outside temperature gauge and the leather interior... very nice

Suggested Improvements

Better lumbar support for the seats.

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Fantastic Sable

Written by: Marvous on 05/14/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

As a former Lincoln Driver, I was surprised as to how much better all around the Sable is. Performance is outstanding, ride is nice and tight, handles great.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Reviewing the 2001 Sable LS Premium

Written by: mgparry on 03/11/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Pro: it is a fun car to drive with great feel for the road. The 24 valve engine has significant power for passing, etc. Variable position brake and accelerator pedal convenient for the best driving position. Con: seats may be too firm for some drivers. Some wind noise on the hwy.

Favorite Features

automatic temperature control; convenience of CD changer next to driver; variable position brake and accelerator pedal.

Suggested Improvements

rework the seats for more comfort; eliminate some of the wind noise.

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great car- exceed expectations

Written by: ajstock on 03/09/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Owned LS Premium for 20 months. Cann't get wife out of driver's seat. As attractive as competing Japanese models, good pep & handling, VERY ROOMY for mid size (better than Japanese choices); we are frequently complimented on the car by friends.

Favorite Features

keyless, autoi temp control, auto lighti g, habdling, attractice exterior.

Suggested Improvements

quieter engine; maybe a little more trunk room

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Sable is underpowered

Written by: art friedman on 02/10/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

small v-6 has only 155 horsepower and is definitely underpowered. Gas mileage around town is absolutely terrible. (15mpg)and nothing to write home about on the highway (about 25mpg. The LS model would be a much better choice.

Favorite Features

Very comfortable seats. Took getting used to. They are firmer than cars I have had before.

Suggested Improvements

Improve horsepower and gas mileage.

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2001 Sable

Written by: bluesky on 01/14/2003

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

24 valve engine very responsive with good gas mileage...extremely reliable thus far. Very good manufacturing detail. Only problem was a brake pedal recall.

Favorite Features

24 valve engine very responsive. Good gas mileage. Good interior appointments and comfort for the money spent.

Suggested Improvements

Door edge guard trim is in poor position...affording little protection...one of the few negatives on this vehicle; trunk space on sedans is somewhat limited.

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simple solutions

Written by: hazardsys on 11/13/2002

Vehicle

2001 Mercury Sable LS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I had the same problem as Merck with my sable. When I got to 65mph the front would start to vibrate. Luckily I used to work at a Ford dealership in parts and had some knowledge. The vibration is cause by the wheels not being balanced. I took the car back to the dealership and told them that the wheels needed to be balanced. Since I did this just a few days after buying the car they covered the charges even though wheel balancing isn't covered by warranty. I am happy to say it solved the vibration problem and the car now drives beautifully. I used to live by chevys. I am giving Ford a chance to win me over and so far they are doing very well.

Favorite Features

adjustable pedals

Suggested Improvements

better engine

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