Used 1993 Mercury Villager Consumer Reviews
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Great car
Gerry, 12/06/2009
1993 Mercury Villager LS 3dr Minivan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
LS with leather & rear bucket seats. Bought new in 93. Without a doubt the best vehicle I have owned. Still running strong at 386,500 miles. Trans shifts better than our new Odyssey. Engine has had only normal maintenance. Timing belt replaced at 219k & 375k. Also at 375k replaced all hoses and belts, and relamped some instrument lights. Previously 1 strut replaced, both half-shafts, 1 exhaust sys, front rotors. Gets 25-26 mpg on the hwy & 21-23 around town. We have bought 2 new vehicles since my wife 'retired' this car in 03. Our Acura TL is a great car, and the 07 Odyssey is a pleasure on the hwy with passengers, but I still rather be driving the Villager if it is just my wife & I.
April 1993 Manufacture Date
magggiepi, 08/23/2014
updated 09/02/2016
1993 Mercury Villager LS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle off Craigslist in 2010 for less than $800. Sure I had to replace the muffler, and get the brakes done all around, but other than the time I left the map-light on and drained my battery this champion has started every time I have turned the key. Are car age years like dog age years? If 21 human years is my Villagers age, then my van is nearly 150 and still going strong! UPDATE: It's September 2016 - The old girl is 23 now and still is going great, other than the R-12 AC system that needs an upgrade ... really noticed it this summer! ... she still starts with every turn of the key but it sure seems like 4/60 Air Conditioning isn't what it was when I was a kid! I love my Villager, my mechanic says he has first dibs on the engine should I ever want to sell her.
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Best $2500 van I could hope for
mcbarrett, 09/13/2005
1993 Mercury Villager GS 3dr Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I needed a minivan for hauling art stuff and the dog, and this seemed like a pretty sweet deal. It has about 170K miles on the clock, and so understandably has a few problems, notably a wagging tailpipe and worn-out shocks and struts for that creaky-in-the-knees feeling. Other than that, problems are typical- rear wiper's shot, passenger window controls buggy, various nonessential electricals out of order, air conditioning is kaput. Admirable in a 13 year old. I'm particularly astounded by the fuel economy I'm getting. EPA estimates 23 highway, but by limiting my speed to 55 mph, I commonly see 30 mpg. I only wish cars this capacious and versatile were as thrifty nowadays
10 year Anniversary
RPI Grad, 02/14/2003
1993 Mercury Villager LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In ten years no major problems.
Best Vehicle I've every owned
Lee, 06/29/2006
1993 Mercury Villager LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this for the family 8 years ago. Now has 180k miles and runs like a clock. Lowest maint. car I've ever owned. Still doesn't look anywhere near 13 years old. Handles & rides better than most cars. Digital dash very handy. Dual A/C is wonderful and very cold. OEM shocks/struts lasted 150k miles - never had that happen before. No C-V joint issues like other FWD cars. Needed a timing belt at 90k mi. Rear AC died at 70k and it turned out to be a simple cracked solder joint on the main power wire for the rear A/C in the front dash control panel. Leather seats starting to wear now. Exhaust manifold studs cracked at 110k mi - very common on many Nissans. That's all! Just add gas & go!
This Car Will Not Die
V Magz, 01/30/2010
1993 Mercury Villager LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has been in my family since 1996. I got it as my first car, and if I never had to buy another car, I wouldn't. It's great in snow, decent mileage for a big van, built like a TANK. 240k miles and it's running like a champ. The only major repair it's needed is a replaced timing belt...because my dad forgot to replace it...but it lasted twice as long as it was supposed to! Also, I don't know how many miles I put on it per year. 40k is just a guess. My parents gave it to me about four years ago.
A solid family van
DoctorJ, 10/30/2004
1993 Mercury Villager GS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it in the first model year because I felt comfortable with the proven Maxima drivetrain and I loved the styling. I've driven this van for 12 years and found it to be reliable, flexible (you can fit plywood sheets in it!) and surprisingly fun to drive. It is REALLY comfy for long road trips! Only maintenance gripe is some problem with the exhaust manifolds, which tend to warp or something. I got this repaired under warranty at 55k mi, but I had to do it again on my own tab at 110k - ouch.
Great van!!
Village Genius, 04/23/2004
1993 Mercury Villager GS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought it new in 1993, best minivan on the market then. It feels like driving a car, power seat adjusts well to any driver, the rear seat adjustments were most flexible. Smooth drive train, gets about 20 mpg, pretty quiet with good tires. Steering and suspension have a nice feel of the road. No major repair, just expected replacements of tires, battery, mufflers, brake pads. With mud flaps, there's not a single spot of rust after 11 years. The styling is not outdated, very similar to the 2003 Toyota Sienna. The only reason to replace it would be to keep up with neighbors, or to downsize after the kids have grown up!
Crazy bout' a Mercury
mama2tsj, 05/26/2009
1993 Mercury Villager GS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my van to accommodate our growing family. Very luxurious inside overall, especially when you used to drive an 87 Accord. My cruise control never worked(bought in 2003/2nd owner) and the check engine light was on. Didn't notice any problems, so never had it checked. Few weeks ago had to have the O2 sensor replaced and the light went off. Imagine that, 6 years and never a problem. Exhaust manifold bolts are cracked or sheared and AC has to be recharged every 1 or 2 summers. Other than that, it's been great. I hope to keep it for many more years and you know what?......I'm pretty sure I'll be able to!
Hard to find a replacement
Charlie, 05/18/2009
1993 Mercury Villager LS 3dr Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought used with 41000 miles. The timing belt was replaced at 88000 and 150000 miles. Radiator and fuel pump and water pump replaced 145000 miles then the usual tires brakes etc. The shocks and struts were replaced 188000 miles. I have looked hard for a replacement that is as comfortable and reliable as this van. Settled on a used Volvo XC90.
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