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by sallen29
Jan 22 '01 - Updated Feb 07 '02
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Lots of goodies -- standard
Cons: Maintenance nightmare
The Bottom Line: There are so many comparable cars in this class that the Mystique is a perennial loser in every category except color names (Champagne, Pumice, etc.).
Stylish. Comfortable. Reasonably priced. For these reasons, the Mercury Mystique was a wonderful choice for a middle-income, young couple (no kids). Ford brought America a car that was wildly successful in Europe as the Ford Mondeo. Touted as it's...
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by Strahd
Oct 21 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Good handling and reliability
Cons: Rear seats were designed for mice not men (or women)
1996 Mercury Mystique GS
Major Options: Automatic Transmission, Anti-Lock Brakes, Power Windows and Locks, Power Driver's Seat.
My story starts in 1997. I graduated college recently, and was in the market for my first "real"...
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by altonk
Dec 29 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Comfort
Cons: Overall reliability
I bought my 96 Mystique brand new in February 1996 because I loved the look, the price was right and it drove nice. Unfortunately, I am totally disappointed that I ever bought this vehicle. The lemon problem is something that I've been plagued with...
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by callenderlc
Jan 22 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Comfort
Cons: Recalls
What a great family car. I bought this car 3 years ago and I am so glad I did!!!!
The car is very roomy for a family of four but I have also had five adults in the car for a hour travel and there were not complaints.
The car is easy to...
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by mariners7766
May 13 '02
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good looking car, good paint job, excellent brakes, safe.
Cons: Noisy when driving, a little bland on the interior.
The Bottom Line: Very nice car that is dependable and provides a fun and smooth ride with family and friends.
I got this car used a couple of years ago, and I can tell you first hand that it is a pretty good car for any situation really. It handles well and the brakes are awesome. Read on please.
EXTERIOR: 8
I have a tan Mystique and it looks...
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by bobmcd
Jun 02 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: lotsa fun toys, wonderful ride, fun to drive
Cons: likes to throw major parts
The Bottom Line: Avoid the Mystique and the Ford twin. 'Sides you'll look silly siting in a goofy looking car.
My first clue that this was going to be a bumpy ride was when my mechanic called it a Mercury Mistake. He said that Mercury had combined parts from Mazda and Ford, shook it around and came up with this car. I too, had been impressed with the "New World...
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by Eddy_D_Dyer
Feb 03 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Size
Cons: none that I've found
This car handles well on the highway and around town. It doesn't stall on cold mornings and behaves like a luxury car in that its easy handling makes driving easier and enjoyable. The braking is smoothed and controlled. And acceleration is there at a...
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by rog
Oct 15 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good car.
Cons: Mercury is discontinuing it.
When you have a model that is identical to another- in this case, the Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique, why not go ahead and buy the model you are more comfortable with? In my case, I would opt for the Ford Contour, which I actually do own, and I have...
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by wwfguru
Jan 18 '01 - Updated Jun 23 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: Handling
Cons: Number of Recalls, Durability
The Bottom Line: It rides great, but other than that it just falls apart too much.
I bought a 1996 Mystique about 4 years ago. It truly drove like a dream. The suspension, and handling were great, but other than that I was truly let down. Here are the reasons why:
1. Where I live, my windshield gets foggy a lot, and instead...
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by vilsa
May 11 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: VERY GOOD SEATS, FANTASTIC GAS MILEAGE 33 MILES TO THE GALLON, VERY STRONG ENGINE,
Cons: NONE
The Bottom Line: I recommend this car to anyone who wants reliability and great gas mileage!!!
I have owned my 1996 Mercury Mystique for 4 years know and i love it. Its the best car ever made. I have only had to do one major repair on it which was the timing belt which costed $400. Some people might say wow but thats not bad for owning it for four ...
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by speclin
Dec 17 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very Reliable
Cons: Color selection
I purchased my Mercury in June of 1999. This was my first "new" car. I had never heard of the Mercury Mystique and was quite surprised that I liked the way the car looked. I purchased this vehicle because the car I previously owned would not...
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by hemhem
Nov 10 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Cheap
Cons: American Based
The Bottom Line: Not to buy an american based model. They don't make this model any more.
I had a few Buicks that broke down after several years. I heard many complaints about Dodge and Chrysler, My dad had a Lincoln Continental and it broke down after 10 years. Then I went with a mercury mystique LS. It had leather seats. A waste of money, th ...
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by beavis19
Sep 01 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: relibililty
Cons: cheap interior
i bought the vehicle with 7000 mile it has been very good to me i had one problem with engine that cost me 900, but that was all the non-routine maintenance that was required. the car has 80000 miles now and still is very dependable the inside is not...
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by Japama
Jun 28 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: none
Cons: too many to list
I bought this car based on reports from online providers stating that it was a good car. Well maybe it is but my 96 Mystique bought in 98 has had it share of problems. The sun roof motor had to be replaced 6 months ago and now it is on the fritz again....
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so far, so good
by laurenzo745
Jan 04 '06
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: good size, attractive, fun to drive, good gas mileage, reliable
Cons: uncomfortable front seat, a little crammed, small shake when braking, engine noise when accelerating
I haven't had this car for too long now, but after I bought it I started having people tell me I made a huge mistake. I've heard this car been called the "mercury mistake." But honestly, I don't think that's true at all! This car has been fun to drive, reliable, and just an overall nice car. The only problems I've had is the drivers side power window is broken and expensive to repair. I have long legs, and I have trouble getting comfortable in the drivers seat. If I move the seat back, I have enough leg room but it feels like I'm reaching for the wheel. If I move the seat up to a comfortable reach, my knees hit the bottom of the wheel. Thats just my experience with long legs however. Overall, I like this car.
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