I ordered my 2003 Taurus SEL in Patriot Blue back on March 1st 2003. It took about 29 days for the factory to build it and ship it to my dealer. I took delivery of it on March 31st. I ponied up for the 100K warranty which ended up paying off big time.
Here is a short history of what repairs I have done to this car in the last 7 years and 5 months. Some of the costs I don't remember because they were covered under warranty. If it says "DIY" that means I just paid for parts and installed them myself.
I really couldn't be happier with this car. I did decide I don't like black leather and plan to try to go with tan or something different in the future. I love the sunroof and will never own another car that doesn't have one. I am planning to order a new Taurus SHO in the next few weeks, I will try to post pics when I take delivery.
Repairs since mile 3
Totals out of pocket repairs $2275.00
Average mile driver per month 2,380
Average gas mileage 25.4 mpg
Best gas mileage 28.5 mpg (going across IA with a huge tailwind)
Here is a short history of what repairs I have done to this car in the last 7 years and 5 months. Some of the costs I don't remember because they were covered under warranty. If it says "DIY" that means I just paid for parts and installed them myself.
I really couldn't be happier with this car. I did decide I don't like black leather and plan to try to go with tan or something different in the future. I love the sunroof and will never own another car that doesn't have one. I am planning to order a new Taurus SHO in the next few weeks, I will try to post pics when I take delivery.
Repairs since mile 3
- 4500 mi Transaxle warning light replaced shift solenoids $0 warranty
- 5000 mi Transaxle warning light replaced transmission $0 warranty
- 73K wife hit a snow covered curb $425
- 97K airbag warning light replaced passenger airbag and seat side impact bag($2300) $0 warranty
- 125K four wheel brake job, and sway bar link $653
- 168K replace torq converter seal and install 4 new tie rods since engine was out. $1050
- 191K replace right front hub and lower ball joint $125 DIY
- 197K replace thermostat $14 DIY
- 200K replace water pump belt $8 DIY
Totals out of pocket repairs $2275.00
Average mile driver per month 2,380
Average gas mileage 25.4 mpg
Best gas mileage 28.5 mpg (going across IA with a huge tailwind)