Used 1996 Ford Taurus Consumer Reviews
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Taurus SHO
Geoffrey Allen, 02/19/2003
1996 Ford Taurus SHO 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a great car if you're looking for more bang for your buck. The 240 horsepower engine really gets you where you're going.
reliable since 99...
bbgunwb, 10/04/2006
1996 Ford Taurus GL 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought it in 99 when it had 38,000 miles on it. It now has 123,000 miles on it. Long time nagging problem is a squeaky internal vent fan and a poor defroster that usually refuses to turn on the compressor until the engine's warmed up, and sometimes randomly stops working. Front brakes kept warping until I replaced rotors with beefier aftermarket ones - since then, zero brake issues. 90,000 mile service was over $500 bucks. Other than that, its been solid until the last 6 months or so - the tranny's been hard shifting in 2nd gear. Only question is whether to fix it as I pass it on to the kids. 'Till then - baby it!
96 Taurus LX
af, 07/04/2009
1996 Ford Taurus LX 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a great car. The Duratec engine has more than enough power (the response is amazing when you put the hammer down), and the ride is very smooth, and the seats are very supportive and comfortable on a long drive. Being tall, this car fits me well. Unlike similar Japanese competitors, this car actually feels like it has substance to it. The steering is tight, the 4-wheel disc brakes are powerful and the doors close nicely. It's well built. The controls are well placed, and the standard casette non-JBL stereo is great. I don't know why people hate these cars so much. If you take care of it, it will last a long time. No problems so far...knock on wood.
High-Maintenance Baby
wylieSteve, 04/16/2004
1996 Ford Taurus SHO 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I really like the comfort, room, ride and performance of this car. It has enough room to easily seat 5, has good acceleration, handling, braking and top speed. Camshaft problem was a $700 pain to get welded, and the car is on the third transmission.
Best car I ever had!
Ford Taurus, 11/08/2010
1996 Ford Taurus LX 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
First I have to say this car was well taken care of by the previous owner. I've had it for 3 years now and not an ounce of trouble except a flat tire once. I feel safe behind the wheel. It's a heavy car and holds the road good. Everything in it is still working perfectly. Electric windows and everything else. I have nothing but praise for this wonderful car. I'm 80 years old and believe me I've driven almost everything during my lifetime.
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