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2.25 out of 5 stars

Beware of this LEMON!!!

Lemonowner, 09/19/2002
1999 Mercury Cougar V6 2dr Coupe
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I've had my Cougar for 3 years and have spent close to $5000 in repairs (numerous calls to Ford customer service for financial assistance were completely blown off). My radio has gone out three times and the last time burnt through the left channel destroying the entire system. I couldn't stomach the $600 to replace it so I go without. I have had so many problems with this vehicle I can't list them all. Both power window regulators, alternator, catalytic converter, wheel bearings, starter, power hatch release, radio, sensors, etc. I've never been more dissatisfied with a car. Save yourself! Don't buy this car!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Hot Car-Couple BIG problems

Lois, 10/16/2002
1999 Mercury Cougar V6 2dr Coupe
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I've had my 99 V6 just under 4 years with few problems. But a couple repairs would have been costly had I not purchased the extended warranty. I LOVE the look, the drive is Great! It corners tight. It is the best car I have EVER driven on ice and even snow. The biggest problem is the seats. All of the seats are tremendously uncomfortable and you could not take this car on a long trip. Because of the low-slung design, the blind corner in the rear side is larger than other sport cars. The remote trunk hatch did not work for 3 years - was replaced many times. My headlights did leak water and had to be replaced.

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5 out of 5 stars

googd one

uywatta, 10/21/2002
1999 Mercury Cougar V6 2dr Coupe
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good car had fun... no problems none

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5 out of 5 stars

99 Cougar V6

JP, 10/26/2002
1999 Mercury Cougar V6 2dr Coupe
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Great car, fun to drive and sporty. Great for commuting and pleasure driving. No problems.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Overall Good Car

JHB, 10/08/2002
1999 Mercury Cougar V6 2dr Coupe
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Ive put 10000 miles on my car in 5 mos. Im in the military so I drive a long distance from home and base. I have experienced no engine problems, besides the fact the check engine light is almost always on.The electrical part is another story. The driver side window goes down but not up, and the doors lock automatically sometimes. Otherwise it drives great, runs excellent, and looks really nice. This car in my overall opinion is its a good car with typical car repairs. The car runs very well over long distances. I did buy it with a warranty so its all covered anyways.

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