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Used 1996 Ford Contour Consumer Reviews

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2.88 out of 5 stars

pretty car but drives bad in first.

not a taurus, 10/18/2009
1996 Ford Contour GL 4dr Sedan
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Like look and feel of contour,but the car drives bad in first gear,scary in traffic.Want to get rid of it A.S.A.P.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Why the Ford Contour is best for me...

Caroline Tapley, 04/23/2002
1996 Ford Contour GL 4dr Sedan
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The Ford Contour had 40,000 miles on it when i purchased it. I have 3 kids, and they also loved our car. We do much running around because of the fact i am a mother of 3. All of them are in to sports. All three of them have practice on weekends and after school. So many miles have been put to the car. And is Still running just as strong and looks great and sounds great.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Good dependability even with annoyances

Carter, 06/14/2002
1996 Ford Contour GL 4dr Sedan
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We purchased our Contour used in 1997. It has been dependable overall. The feel and performance is good. Even with 110,000 mile the 4 cyl engine has some pep. Majority of problems have been electrical in light switch (recall), heater blower switch (recall) and bad door light switches (on third one so far) to name a few. Other items was broken front coil springs (again a recall) and annoying belt squeal that won't go away even when replaced. Ford has been very good at identifying and replacing recall items. Ford needs to establish a better electrical design team to eliminate the vast electrical problems. They fester as small but annoying items.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Worst car Ever Bought

Driver, 12/16/2008
1996 Ford Contour GL 4dr Sedan
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I bought A 96 Ford Contour with less than 100000 miles on it. Drove it one day transmission went out. Had it replaced and then less than 6 months later same thing. I had to replace the water pump, timing belt, serpintine belt, battery, and battery wire on this in 6 months and not to mention after replacing the cable. The car caught fire! Never buy anything stamped found on road dead again!

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5 out of 5 stars

What a great car... even after seven yrs

Jackcarteryahoo, 08/05/2003
1996 Ford Contour SE 4dr Sedan
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Very comfortable car packed full of options. Even after 100,000 miles, the car has plenty of power and acceleration. I've taken great care of the car and it still looks and drives like new. I would highly a Countour SE if it has been taken care of.

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