Used 2003 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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brand new
I don't know about reliability, but i feel i got a whole lot of car. for the money. for the same options that i got, it would have cost $8,000 more for the accord or camry. my only concern is resale. that is where i hope reliability is high. acceleration lags a little at first.
Just good transportation
The Sable is still a comfortable and reliable sedan, with all the creature comforts in the LS. It's fine to tote around customers and the boss. If you crack it up or it's stolen (Boston driving), you just go grab another one. For the money, it's a good value.
Riese' comments
Engine=transmission noise is excessive Hard to steer gasoline mileage is very good Body work is well done Overall quality is very good Road noise is very high Front passenger seat is too low A great running engine
Mercury Disabled (Sable)
Now I know why this car has the nickname Mercury 'disabled' I bought the car 4 months ago and it has been in the shop more than in my garage. The transmission went out 36 hours after I got it home (with 52k miles on it). Since that repair it has had a stuck pcv valve, an replace air intake cylinoid and now both front struts are bad. This 'good deal' - even w/ an extended warranty - has cost me another $1200 in repairs. I would never, ever buy it again.
Stylish, affordable car
This car is serving us well so far, It has a comfy, big interior. A somewhat smooth ride that's usually disturbed only by the worst bumps. Passing power is good and the engine is smooth when warmed up but kind of raggy sounding when it's cold.