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3.5 out of 5 stars

First Annual Review

Bobm128, 04/09/2002
2002 Mercury Cougar 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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I liked my Cougar V6, when I first bought it. My Cougar now however, is developing rattles, has had pieces of weather-proofing trim come off, the rear brakes are groaning, 3 transmission bolts came loose, & the CD player starts skipping after ~3 hours of continuous play. I do drive my Cougar with verve, but I don't abuse my car. I maintain it properly, the way a pre-midlife crisis car should be. It's my impression however, that my car was not built as well as I thought and that it's starting to fall apart. After reading Consumer Report's review of the Cougar this year where Cougar owners rated is as much worse than average for reliability, I am dreading the worst.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Take the Good with the Bad

Cougar, 12/27/2007
2002 Mercury Cougar 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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I love the outer appearance however it is lacking in other areas. I have the "leather" interior. this car is 5 year old and already the seats are shot. I have rips/holes just from every day use. I have only had this car a few months and have had to replace the brakes and recut rotors. The transmission seems to be slipping at times too. It's fun to drive but the repairs will cost you. I have a Chevy before and I think I just might go back to buying them next time around.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love my car!

Amanda, 12/22/2008
2002 Mercury Cougar 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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I have not had my Cougar very long only about a year and I love it, despite the moon roof and the 6 disc cd player dont work, but minor things can be fixed! Otherwise this is a great car! I have a 5 speed and its super fun to drive. They are hot sleek cars that people look at when you drive by! Having the V6 really helps with the outter look! Very sporty reliable car!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love my car

W_Sh3a_J, 06/19/2008
2002 Mercury Cougar 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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Even with my Cougar being a salvage, it's awesome. I fixed/replaced some things, all parts were cheap, except getting the reverse fixed. Now my car is all good! And yes, the heater/air is excellent - it's real powerful! My Cougar has dual overheads too and they say its rare and that it's fast! Also my Cougar is beautiful! Plus, it looks small but it's roomy with a big trunk for my system.

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5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful Car

KoJoe, 04/16/2002
2002 Mercury Cougar 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 6cyl 5M)
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Great car, Birthday Present, Plenty of room Friends love the sporty look and just fun to drive!

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