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Mike Jacobs, Poulsbo, WA, 01/28/2016
updated 02/10/2020
Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
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.
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zoomcts, La Marque, TX, 06/11/2012
Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
all around excellent vehicle from size, comfort, travel and luxury and on top of that affordable! I have had this car for a long while and there has been no major problems, just regular car maintance!
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great value
BigAl, 12/17/2004
Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought 2004 Sable GS with 24,000 miles for $9999 on 11/19/2004 from local Ford dealer. Rental fleet return. Wanted something quiet and comfortable, not disapointed. Bought extended warranty for $1500, covered to 5/75 miles. This car is an excellent value. Buy one a year old and save BIG on depreciation! You feel SAFE in this car, not a hint of a squeak or rattle. 155 HP is enough for me with 3.0 Vulcan engine.
So Far So Good - Part IV
04'SableDriver, 02/04/2006
Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Just a bit more than 20K and rolling along! I'm well past the "new car" euphoria, and have settled in for what I plan to be a "long haul" relationship with my car. They stopped building Sables after the 05' model year, so not sure who this update's meant for, but what the hell... As stated before, I still enjoy the basics of my Sable; smooth and well muted ride, plenty of interior space, lotsa bang-for-the-buck (power amenities, trip comp, solid safety credentials, etc.)... Complaints are few, but focus on what could be described as "classic automotive Americana;" cheapo interior materials, the ominous threat of shakey long-term reliability (though, like the title says, so far so good!
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JRipper, 10/03/2004
Mercury Sable GS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just bought a 2003 GS Sedan with 18000 miles on it for the wife.Paid half the sticker price for a 4 door midsize sedan with all the B&W needed (She didnt want leather seats,too hot)So far so good.Glad we got a sable instead of paying up for a import.