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Great car
zikj, 07/29/2004
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Car has 170,000 miles and still going strong. Only a few minor issues that you might expect after 100,000 miles. Camshaft sensor went out, rear wheels have gone out of alignment requiring some filing and the transmission acted up at 130,000 miles but then corrected itself (go figure). Overall a great vehicle and believe it will go well past 200,000 miles. Would buy another. Great handling, style, comfort, quiet and reliable.
My Sable
Blanca, 02/04/2019
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I got this vehicle from a friend who owns a junk yard. The thing about my car is that for being from a junkyard it was clean and I just liked. I bought it for 1200 cash and drove it home. I had two problems with it when I bought, had to get brakes and one other thing that I can’t remember. I don’t drive much anymore since I have been retired (to the market once monthly and for Dr. visits.). I babysat my grandkids sometimes (plenty of room), take the dog to the groomers, one semester I took course at the university, haul a couple of things in back (drop down the back seats for extra room). I had it for 5 years, maintained it mechanically (oil, filters, tire rotation, and belts. I never, had a problem, it was very reliable, good on gas, one small dent from previous owner. I really liked my car very much. One day it just starter to lounge when I stoped at a light while taking my grandson to a soccer game. I did not know what happen, but my baby got us back home safely, I thank God. I would say I got my money’s worth and more.
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Very Durable Performer
Rolling in Mississip, 07/07/2002
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We had our previous Sable (1986 wagon) for 240,000 miles and loved it -- great ride, room and comfort, plus 30 mpg highway. So we bought the 1997. Initially, I didn't like it much because the seats were firmer, the springs were harsher and the ride had too much "road feel." It also had less interior space. (And lower fuel economy (28 mpg highway). All that said, my admiration for the car keeps growing and growing. It is very dependable. Nothing has had to be replaced except for tires and oil, so far. This baby ought to go 300,000 easy.
Awesome Vehicle
amazonkarebear, 03/02/2004
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle because my old car was a peice of crap and dying and I needed something quick. This car was a very good price and in excellent condtion from the previous owner.
Great car but plan ahead
leylandauto, 03/03/2004
1997 Mercury Sable LS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have now owned three Taurus/Sable wagons and will buy another for many reasons that make the car work for me. Comfort, Great roadholding, safety, and the ability to hold a ten foot long piece of wood or pipe from Home Depot. The cars almost never need any work on them but can be expensive to fix as any new car can be when the do break. The big weakness to these cars is the transmission is very weak and will generally require a rebuild around 125- 140k. The rebuild is not expensive as trasmissions go (between 900 and 2k depending on the shop).
Love this car
Lori, 04/16/2007
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've driven this car for years now and it's a kicker. Strong engine, reliable vehicle, comfortable enough, Plenty of room for everyone and thing. It's roof rack and fold down seats was next best thing to owning a truck when the need arised. At 160k it was still going strong, I anticipated it lasting 200k easy. Safety second to none. I was hit and it took it, no one was hurt in the car. Definite keeper. Looking for another one now.
sable=good
Jimf, 02/06/2003
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The sable is good. It reminds me of a Ford Taurus. It should be driven by more people.
A few problems
Fred Applegate, 06/04/2003
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
At 5 1/2 years and 52000, after light suburban driving and regular maintenance, the car needed a transmission rebuild and a new front end at a cost of more than $3300. The mechanics seemed not to be surprised, and I know them. Our kids play soccer together, and he is an honest guy. I can only imagine how much this would have cost at a dealer! The biggest problem is that it is the ideal car for our needs.
sable=good
jimf, 02/06/2003
1997 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The sable is good. It reminds me of a Ford Taurus. It should be driven by more people.
my review
riverrat, 03/28/2002
1997 Mercury Sable LS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
good family and shopping car