2004 Mercury Sable

Price Estimate: $1,003 - $3,833

Mercury Sable Reviews

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Good Sable Stuff!
Mike Jacobs, 01/28/2016
2004 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this car in 2007 with 21000 miles on the odometer. I was the third owner. The car had been on a Red Carpet Lease and then sold as a certified car and those owners liked it so much they bought a new Sable. I average around 20 MPG around town and after a 6000-mile trip, last summer averaged 27.5 MPG. I have been very happy with this car. A year has gone by and it's time for … another 6000-mile road trip. The oil has been changed, a new serpentine belt and 4 new tires and we're ready to go! I should crack the 100K mark somewhere on the way back to Washington State. A mile mark for a great car. Well, in the past year I've slid into a snowbank so there's a small dent on the front psgr door. Again, it's nearly time for the annual road trip with an extra stop this year in San Diego on the way to Memphis. I still have faith in the "old girl" and hope to have a good time. (o7/30/17) 1/31/18 My summer road trip was a success with no problems from my Sable LS Premium Package. I know it says GS In the description, but it's an LS. The old girl is starting to show her age. My driver door lock mechanism has quit, so I have to lock/unlock "the old fashioned way". I'm looking forward to my road trip this summer. A/C don't quit me now! 2/1/19 Another year and road trip have gone by with no major problems. I had to replace the throttle position sensor which was a little spendy, but aside from that, the only other problem was with the sensor in the passenger front door alerting the "door open" warning. I had it removed so now I don't have that warning (big deal) nor does the dome light go on when the door is opened. I can live with that. This car appears to have a lot of life left and I'm glad, not only for the monetary aspect but because it's a very comfortable, well-performing car. 2/9/20 I didn't take my usual road trip last summer, so the odometer only clicked about 1000 times during the past year. A few more little things are popping up on the "usually or sometimes works" list. The auto headlight sensor is getting a little touchy. Thankfully, when it's in the 'auto' position, the headlights come on when the car is started. That's OK with me since I don't have DRLs. The creature comforts like all the power equipment, A/C, stereo (including 6-CD changer), speed control and such all work seamlessly. This car was built in July 2004 so it's going to be 16 years old this summer. I'm a happy camper! BTW, this is a 2004 Sable Premium LS, not a GS.
Still Going
Go America, 05/13/2010
2004 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
I have had my Sable for 5 years and now have 222,000 miles on it. This car still runs great with cold air. I have the 24 valve engine which I think is a lot better than the 3.0 Vulcan engine.I replace the AC compressor at 190,000 miles but other than the front wheel bearings and some basic maintance along with oil changes every 5,000 miles this car is great
140,000 miles and going strong
denx5, 08/13/2008
2004 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
I bought my 04 Sable in the spring of '05. It was a program car and I got a great deal on it. Its been absolutely problem free from day one. Only oil changes, 1 set of tires and 1 set of brake pads. It has really sold me on Ford products again. Currently looking for another program car just coming off lease. I saved a ton over new car cost and definitely got my money's worth. Next car … will be an 08 Sable, probably another program car. You know old ladies drive em so they're not abused. Oh yeah, it seems like this 3.0 duratec gets better with age. The car feels like it has more power than it did at 20K which is how many miles it had when I bought it.
Great car!!!
bigdawg17, 05/21/2011
2004 Mercury Sable LS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
I bought my Sable new in November of '03 and now have over 100k miles on it and the first thing I had to do to it other than regular maintenance was an A/C compressor this month. The car is stylish,quick and the Mach stereo in it is possibly the best factory stereo Ive ever heard. Comfortable on long trips as well as good mileage. I average around 23 combined city/highway.

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Is the Mercury Sable a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2004 Sable both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2004 Sable gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 50 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Sable has 38.8 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Mercury Sable. Learn more

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Is the 2004 Mercury Sable a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2004 Mercury Sable is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2004 Sable gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 50 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2004 Sable is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2004 Mercury Sable?

The least-expensive 2004 Mercury Sable is the 2004 Mercury Sable GS 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $22,355.

Other versions include:

  • GS 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $22,355
  • LS Premium 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A) which starts at $24,855
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What are the different models of Mercury Sable?

If you're interested in the Mercury Sable, the next question is, which Sable model is right for you? Sable variants include GS 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A), and LS Premium 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A). For a full list of Sable models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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