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Used 2003 Ford Taurus Sedan Consumer Reviews

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3.5 out of 5 stars

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Frank , 04/03/2008
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased this Ford with 26,000 miles for just over $11000. The car has been great, until now With 80000 miles, the transmission failed without warning, the rear wheel bearings started screaming for attention. Now that the repairs are done, the car leaks transission and engine oil. I'm told bad design. This was my first and last Ford, I'm going back to a Jeep!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A great used car

Looked a long time, 06/27/2008
2003 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased this car as the second owner. I looked at a lot of cars but none with safety features like Ford Taurus. Excellent precicion steering and it rides like you're on glass. Super quiet on the freeway. I liked the sister mercury sable too but couldn't find one. Great car, very roomy and for once I finally feel safe. Thanks for listening.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good car.

Anonymous, 07/25/2010
2003 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I really like my 2003 Taurus. The car has about 140,000 on it now and doesn't have the get up and go it used to (it does hesitate when accelerating quickly) but I have had minimal problems over the years. I deal with Birmingham stop & go traffic everyday with about a 30 mile commute so I do have to have regular brake maintenance but other than that I have no complaints. Very roomy so its great for tall people like me. I think its about ready to be traded in but I will miss it.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Much better buy than a Camry

KeithMac, 12/24/2002
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I've only had my car for a week and this review may be a little premature but I drive one just like it at work. Thats what sparked my interest. I've got to tell you I love this car! I have had many Fords and trust them with my life. They're very safe! (Thats from experience)My 2003 Taurus SES is paked with goodies and at a fraction of the cost of its competitors...Camry, Maxima, etc. As best I can see this car has no cons. If you're shopping around definitely test drive this car.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

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Jean Stork, 11/30/2003
2003 Ford Taurus LX FFV 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I FIND THIS TAURUS TO BE AN EXCELLENT AUTOMOBILE. IT'S FUN TO DRIVE, HANDLES REAL NICE AND VERY LITTLE ROAD NOISE. ONE THING I REALLY HATE IS CLEANING THE INSIDE WINDSHIELD. A VERY SMALL MIDGET WOULD BE AN EXCELLENT IMPROVEMENT. ONE PROBLEM I HAD RECENTLY WAS THE IGNITION KEY WAS INSERTED AND WOULD NOT TURN, EITHER WAY. I PUT IT IN AND PULLED IT OUT ABOUT SIX TIMES BEFORE I COULD START THE CAR. NO FURTHER PROBLEM WITH IT...THANK GOD.

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