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Used 2003 Ford Windstar Consumer Reviews

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2.75 out of 5 stars

It is not good choice for a long run

proAm, 10/20/2007
2003 Ford Windstar 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

4 and 1/2 yrs old and only 57k miles. I bought it for value. Don't like it for poor quality. Brake makes noises from day one. The 1st issue, the car died immediate after start. The 2nd air-condition. Both are covered under warranty within 3 years. Since then, power steering made noises and the car shakes at cold start some time. I added in a little steering fluid help a little. Yesterday the engine light on for vacuum leak at isolator bolts in intake manifold. It costs over $500 to fix it. It seems more troubles ahead. Now the car lost 2/3 value after 4 yrs. I did my part for maintain (3000 miles oil change, transmission fluid and filter change once. Air filter twice.) Ford not.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Don't be a sucker.

kiddyvan, 01/20/2003
2003 Ford Windstar LX Standard 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Tested Windstar v. Gr Caravan. Windstar steering was sloppy; pedals awkward; steering wheel blocked panel, seats were uncomfortable. Tight around middle bench seat. Van small-approx 35 cu.ft. cargo space smaller than GC. Lots of neat gadgets - don't be sucked in by bells & whistles. Interior gadgets seem cheap. GC is the way to go. Smooth as can be! VERY comfortable. Superior design & handling. Dodge has it hands down! If you're making a purchase drive the Windstar first, then go get a GC!

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5 out of 5 stars

World's Safest Mini-Van

macuser, 07/10/2002
2003 Ford Windstar SEL 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 22 people found this review helpful

This is by far the best mini-van I have ever owned, having previously owned a Chrysler Town & Country, Pontiac Montana, and GMC Safari. The Ford Windstar has the best of everything all in one well priced package.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Don't buy it

JodiN, 12/22/2002
2003 Ford Windstar Limited 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

In short, 10 things went wrong with it in 12 months. I bought the Limited version, loaded, everything went wrong including transmission going out at 16000 miles. Major electrical problems. Uncomfortable second row seating. Pain to remove the third row seat when necessary. For the price, it's a rip off.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Windstar needs CPR

R. Hardy, 11/15/2002
2003 Ford Windstar 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Ford has droped the ball on this vehicle. I own a 1996 Windstar that was OK up to 50,000 miles. After 50,000 the van had no life left in it. It started with the transmission at 50,000 miles and as ended with a head gasket at 129,000. In between 50,000 and 129,000 miles there has been many problems and a lot of money spent. I will never buy a Ford Windstar again. The whole Windstar line needs CPR.

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