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by TomQPublic
Aug 12 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Nice shelf
Cons: Several
Perhaps "junk" is too strong a word to describe my 2000 Ford Taurus Wagon. After scanning some of the other Taurus reviews, I may be too harsh, but I honestly cannot recommend this car. I realize that this is not a high priced luxury car, so...
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by Nuge
Jun 28 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Handles Well
Cons: Headrest uncomfortable and dangerous
Overall, I like the 2000 Ford Taurus Wagon. For its price range, it rides well, looks acceptable,gets decent mileage, and is less noisy than previous years' models. For purposes of this review, I will dwell on what is wrong with the 2000 Taurus...
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by poseidon  - Top 200
Sep 18 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Comfortable, safe
Cons: Shoddy workmanship, especially electrical!!!!
I get my Fords for free. I'm an insurance adjustor with a large national insurance company, they provide us with a new Taurus when we hit 60,000 miles. I think this will give me an unadulterated opinion of the vehicle.
I've had two so far, a...
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by BrianCam - Top 200
Apr 03 '00 - Updated Jul 01 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy, Safety Features, Value, Affordable
Cons: Weak base engine, Resale Value???
I've never been a big Ford fan. Nothing personal, I've just never owned one, and have only driven a few. Seems like most people tend to like the cars or brands their parents liked. My dad's first car was a Chevrolet and our first new family car was a...
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by dirtyjeffer
Apr 13 '03 - Updated Mar 26 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Lots of features,
Great Power
Cons: Haven't found any
The Bottom Line: This is by far the best value for a well equipped car, that balances your need for something practical and your desire for something satisfying to drive.
It was time for my wife and I to purchase a new car, but we didn't want to go to the expense of buying a brand new one. After looking around for quite sometime at various mid-size sedans, nothing really came out and said "Buy Me". Most cars were either ...
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by mcgina
Dec 06 '00 - Updated Dec 07 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: nice performance and driving
Cons: the car is obsessive and whiny
This review is only going to cover the most annoying "feature" I have ever experienced in a car. I will mention that I love the performance and handling of this car. It's also very roomy and attractive. However, if you want a detailed review...
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by JBduckling - Top 500
May 11 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable and Roomy
Cons: Back Seat is Cozy
I know my limitations. My knowledge about automobiles is practical and every-day, rather than research and engineering. I hate popping up the hood,looking at the engine and I can't tell a cam from a ham. However, I'm sure I'll be just as happy with my...
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by sarya
Aug 15 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very Quite and Soft Ride
Cons: Slow Pickup and Below Avg. Road Handling
I have owner a Ford Taurus 24V DOHC Six Seater Option. It now has 5000 miles on it and is three months old. Overall I love the vehicle. My previous care was a 1996 Ford Explorer XLT with 150,000. That truck made me a believer in American cars again...
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by jtkz13
Jan 21 '03
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good value, good looking, decent performance
Cons: Too many on the road, easily confused transmission
The Bottom Line: If you don't need to carve canyons with your family hauler the Taurus is a very good option.
I should first start out in stating that I own a 2000 Taurus SES.
Ok, now also understand that I bought the car brand new, and I was 18yrs old. Now, you may ask yourself why an 18yr old would want a Taurus? Here's my answer: It's a...
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by Amiencc
Apr 16 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: classy body, stable, fine ride
Cons: boring, disappointing fuel economy
This is the kind of car you would want to get if you have a family and want to keep them safe while still riding in style. The new Ford Taurus is nothing that will turn heads (even though the back end is kind of exciting..reminds me of a Jaguar) but...
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by dceshuis
Oct 02 '03 - Updated Dec 17 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Almost invisible, radio, key fob
Cons: Stiff ride, too plain
The Bottom Line: This is urban camouflage. If you want to blend in with the bland this is your car. Too much vanilla for me.
This car defines average. There's a reason why it's one of the most widely used cars for fleets. Skim the other reviews and see how many of these people actually own one of these cars. Fleet managers love this car because it is well rated in crash tests, ...
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by dmramsay
Jul 26 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Styling compared to 1999, decent family car
Cons: Lack of power, boring interior
I have had the opportunity to drive several Ford Tauruses through business travel. I have driven both the 1999 Ford Taurus SE and the 2000 Ford Taurus SE.
First off, I have to admit that I am not a Ford fan and am not in the market for a...
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by petergaryr - Top 1000
Oct 01 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quiet, smooth ride and safety features
Cons: Check engine soon light
The 2000 LX we have just purchased is the third version of the Taurus we have owned. We had one in the early 90's, then a 1997, and finally this one. Each has been a very different car, both in design and handling.
I actually liked the...
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by sherwindan
Dec 03 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: The new body style, comfort, quiet ride, fuel efficiency
Cons: AC & radio buttons confusing, floor shifter console, trunk hinges
I work for a Fortune 10 company, repairing computer systems. I work out of my car. I have a car allowance and a mileage reimbursement so I can drive whatever I choose. I was racking up a lot of miles on a 97 Ford Explorer with a thirsty V-8 engine and...
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by tcatnat
Sep 24 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: 5 star, new looks, solid engine, handling
Cons: dash controls, stereo
Well, I have had my 2000 Taurus for about 4,000 miles now and would recommend it to anyone. The new design is much more eye appealing and the 200 hp Duratec V6 adds plenty of punch for a mid sized sedan.
I looked at the Intrepid, Impala and...
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by Mom2JayandTay
Apr 05 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Many standard features!
Cons: none here!
Thinking about buying or leasing a new car? It was that time for us...time to go out and look at new cars! I knew before we left the driveway that I wanted the new 2000 Taurus that I was hearing so much about. We have a 1996 Taurus and I LOVE it! But...
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by 4Taurus
Mar 29 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great family car, especially the wagons. Uses no oil even at 144,000 miles.
Cons: Mid to late 80's models had problems with clear coat on paint. Don't believe this problem occured on the 90's models on up. Power steering lines replaced after 100,000 + miles.
My family is in the process of purchasing it's fourth Ford Taurus! The three we currently own are a 86 GL Sedan, 87 GL Wagon and a 94 LX Sedan. We are in the process of purchasing a 91 LX Wagon.
Used to drive nothing but GM made vehicles....
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by Nightshade_01
Aug 03 '00 - Updated Feb 16 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Strong engine, good handling, great steering feel, roomy interior
Cons: Bland styling, seats could use some work
The Bottom Line: A good all-around vehicle that should please most of the people, most of the time.
While perusing the local Ford dealership, I took a look at this new Ford Taurus. Now, you'll see by my previous review of a '95 model that I am generally not impressed with the Taurus. However, the 2000 model looked deserving of a drive, so I took it...
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by DiamondDave
Apr 28 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: won't stand out in a crowd
Cons: It doesn't go, poor interior layout, bad history
I had a rental Taurus a few weeks ago. I had reserved a Ranger Pickup, but the company didn't have any in, so they gave me a new Taurus. I thought I was getting a deal, but I sure was wrong. Ironically, the rental agent said to me, "I'm giving...
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by AMA3838
Jan 26 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Comfortable seats, lots of room
Cons: like a box of chocolates you never know what your going to get
Buying a Ford Taurus from a used car dealer can be a good thing it can also be your worst nightmare! Buying a 1994 vehicle like the Ford Taurus that was purchased with 80,000 miles attached to it by 1997 my first question would have been whether or not...
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by kris98
Dec 10 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Isn't in shop right now
Cons: Structural and Mechanical Problems
Don't be startled, I love my car - I just hate it's behavior! I bought my Ford Taurus used by a Hertz Rental Car company with 18,000 miles on it. After 3 years my car has been into the service shop 13 times for mechanical and structural problems. I...
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by jodiha
Dec 21 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: V6 engine, 5 passenger seating, sleek look, comfortable ride, dual air bags, anti lock breaks,
Cons: the car is long
My recent purchase of the 2000 Ford Taurus SE was an easy one. Ford really has outdone itself with this model. The sleeker design and roomier interior make for an all round better car. Not to mention that the V6 engine gives the car the power that it...
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by cliffa
May 04 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great value for the money, many minor improvements
Cons: Still not up to the quality of Camry and Accord
I have been driving my 2000 Taurus for four months and have yet to have a single problem with the vehicle. I must admit that I did not buy or lease the car. My employer supplies me with a vehicle due to my line of work. Our company has been leasing...
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by Gemini131313
Oct 02 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Styling, Quality, Performance
Cons: Firestone Tires, A/C drains too much power
I purchased a 2000 Taurus SE August 14th , 2000. My reasons to go to a Ford dealership were varied. I have had two Ford vehicles in the recent past. Most recently was a Ford Escort Wagon, 1992, and prior to that a 1987 Ford (Mercury) Sable. Both cars...
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by SHONUF
May 25 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: great highway performance
Cons: big and quick reacting
Back in 1989 I was living in Germany and driving a German Ford Sierra, the first Ford product I had owned since '66. I ended up in a five-car accident on the autobahn (rear-ended by a BMW), and had to buy a new car. I needed a US specification car (so...
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by John_LeBlanc
Jan 01 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: comfortable ride, power everything
Cons: None I can think of
I would first of all like to say that I have owned my 1989 Ford Taurus for 6 years now. What a car for the money.
I have been in four accidents with my car in the past 6 years of owning it and I am happy to say that I have not been hurt....
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by daking101
Dec 28 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, durable Ford quality
Cons: Can't get in, can't get out, can't get comfortable
Recently, we bought a Y2K Taurus for my wife. After owning three previous Tauruses, we expected to be happy...and we almost are. This car is an example of evolution, rather than revolution. It still uses the 3.0 V6, albeit more refined. Handling is...
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by rutkowk
Dec 22 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quiet, roomy, comfortable, powerful engine
Cons: I have experienced a couple of minor problems with the quality.
I just bought a new 2000 Ford Taurus 3 weeks ago, and I've put on 2000 miles so far. Overall, I am very happy with it.
BODY DESIGN
The 2000 Taurus has a much cooler design than the bug-eyed ovals of the last few year. I've had many...
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by Jen_Benoit
Apr 22 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Nice new look, roomy interior, nice drive.
Cons: Hard feel to break pedal, fogs up too easy.
I recently rented a 2000 Ford Taurus SE. I must say, "Not too shabby for a rental". The Taurus has many nice options including power seats, windows and mirrors and an anti theft system. There is an optional CD changer, ABS, side air bags and...
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by benminer
Jan 10 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Styling much better than the 96-99 model, roomy interior,trunk space,nice wheels. price
Cons: loud, unrefined, & weak engine. marginal quality interior materials. too much tire and wind noise.
The Bottom Line: The bottom line is that unless you are dead-set on a Ford you should look elsewhere, or at least wait until the redesigned 2003 or 2004 model comes out.
I had a Red 2000 Taurus SES as a loaner car for almost 2 weeks. I put almost 1000 miles on it in a combination of city driving and long trips.
Overall I was mostly disappointed with Ford's family sedan, but it did have some good points I...
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by mccf
Dec 20 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: smooth riding, nice colors
Cons: always in the shop, throwing $$$ out the window
I bought a 1990 Ford Taurus Lemon in 1991, from a Ford Dealer, this car was used but only had 20,000 miles on it. Two months after I bought it the front end started shaking and I had to put new brakes on it. (That's what they said was wrong). I...
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by mking
Dec 20 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: plenty of room, good mileage, runs smooth, looks good
Cons: Replacement body parts can cost a little more
I have owned a 96' Taurus for almost five years. In that time I have not had one problem. It is an incredible car with plenty of leg and head room with an exceptionally large trunk. The Taurus can easily accommodate drivers of different heights from...
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by bastionm
Jan 17 '00 - Updated Apr 04 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: handling, power, design
Cons: poor reliability
When I got my Taurus I was enthused about the comfort, power, and design of the car. To this day I'm happy with the design, but am forced to gripe about the reliability of this thing. I've had numerous problems with it, particularly concerning the...
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by topjimmy5150
Oct 28 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Good Power, Lots of Room, Versatile, nice ride, leather always cool
Cons: Poor Reliability, recalls, depreciation, SES equipment level isn't really
The Bottom Line: This is a poor product and should be avoided. I hear the later models are better, but I would still avoid buying new.
We bought this 2000 Ford Taurus SES Wagon in 2000 as a new car (big mistake...these cars depreciate like no other!). I asked the dealer why the car was listed as an SES wagon on the sticker, but the decal on the back of the car only said SE. They told ...
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by mferris
Feb 01 '03 - Updated Jul 24 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good value, Good handling, comfortable to drive, good fuel economy.
Cons: Ford needs to fix up a few things.. rear wiper, performance etc.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend it in a heartbeat....
I purchased my 2000 Ford Taurus SE Wagon in January of 2001. A left over model with all the options and the little Vulcan engine. I pride myself in knowing alot about cars and I see some other opinions here I don't agree with so I will comment on ...
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by cybercycle
Feb 05 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Price, room, ride quality
Cons: fuel mileage, noise levels
The Bottom Line: For someone seeking a good car with lots of room and good safety ratings this is a comfortable and less costly alternative to an SUV.
My 36 month lease is set to run out on my 2000 Ford Taurus wagon.
I have really enjoyed the large cargo area provided with the rear seats folded down.
My experience is that the drivers seat was very comfortable although the seat backs could...
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by Goddessmother
May 10 '00 - Updated Jun 30 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: It's a wagon
Cons: Where do I start?
This should be Fords new catch phrase! The problem with that is it wouldn't help them sell their crappy cars. I own a 1988 Taurus Station Wagon. I had always sworn I would never by a Ford. Then, my Mother bought her Taurus Wagon and was so happy with it...
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by djones
Jan 09 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Safety features, NEW styling & comfort
Cons: Old oval style left a bad image in peoples minds
The newly redesigned 2000 FORD Taurus seems to be a hot little number these days. Taurus sales completely hit the toliet these past few years, most say due to it's "oval" styling.
The 2000 Taurus has some wonderful features such...
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by patdog
Aug 09 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: many options, great to drive
Cons: a little pricey
I recently bought a 2000 Ford Taurus after a rather laboriouos process of trying to decide what kind of car I wanted. First I went looking on the internet. There is a great survey given on the compuserve web page that asks you about your price range,...
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by hammerhead
Dec 04 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Technically, it can be considered to be a car.
Cons: Stiff seats, loud ride, doors that don't close well, and the transmission? Well, lets just say it should last more than 1500 miles!
I got my new, blue, Y2K Taurus only 10 short days ago. My previous vehicle was a red 98 Taurus with which I was delighted. Now, I am NOT delighted! While traveling at the speed limit of 70mph. on the interstate in my new vehicle, cruise control...
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by gm-lvr
Sep 25 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: extremely roomy, quieter than Sable, good price, okay acceleration affordability
Cons: nothing in the 4 days that we rented it
The Bottom Line: If your looking for a lux. car, a family car, a sporty car, or all of the above, a Taurus is your best bet.
I haven't written a review that was about something that we have rented , but I'll try. This may not be good for some people because it is based on a very short ammount of time that in which we rented both of these cars.
Now...
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by seumasmacdhomh
Feb 03 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliability, Quiet, Reliability, and Reliability
Cons: Prefers Higher Octane Gas
The Bottom Line: If you are like me, and wage war on hassle, cannot stand hassle, and hassle takes years off of your life, I highly recommend the hassle-free Taurus by Ford.
Reliability: Of the 9 new cars I have owned in the past 32 years, including a 5-Series BMW, this is the only one with no (zero) sample defects. I bought this jewel 2 years ago and have just turned 20,000 miles. So far all is perfect!
This...
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by castrostreet
Nov 12 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Styling, Handling, Value
Cons: None
In 1998 I looked at a new Taurus and was impressed by the comfort and the handling of the car but I could not get over the looks of the car. I ended up buying a Mustang at that time and was very happy with the car. Ford quality has definitely improved. I...
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by JustCathy - Top 1000
Mar 07 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, Comfortable Drive, Handles well in all Weather
Cons: MPG
I bought a 1988 Ford Taurus in 1996. It was a one owner four door sedan. Now I got to tell you, I do some serious driving! I drive back and forth to work 50 miles one way. This is a Monday through Friday driving experience and sometimes in not so nice...
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by wittcollegeguy
Mar 22 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Comfortable, Roomy, Cavernous Trunk, Safe, Extensive Features
Cons: Noise, Gas Mileage, Upholstery
The Bottom Line: A safe, wildly attractive, roomy automobile that is well worth it's modest price for a mid to large size auto.
I fell in love with this car from the moment I laid eyes on it. This newly redesigned model has gotten rid of the "Jetson Era" styling and replaced it with a sporty, yet conservative look. The list of standard and available features is long and will...
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by Brookman1981
Nov 20 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, saftey and reliability, and looks.
Cons: Price
As a former car salesman at Altavista Motor Co., I have demonstrated many of the different models of passenger cars. Overall, I would have to say that the Ford Taurus is the most for the buck. What i like about the Taurus, is the many different saftey...
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by Stacimd000
Oct 09 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: keyless entry, trunk space, insurance rates
Cons: large engine uses more gas
I purchased my new Ford Taurus 2 months ago. I wanted something that was dependable and had a lot of space. Having two small children, safety was also high on my list. The Ford Taurus met all of these requirements. I am a no frills kind of person,...
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by LegalOpinion
Mar 03 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Roomy, modern shape, handles well.
Cons: sucks down gas, mediocre quality
The Bottom Line: If I had to get a wagon, I would consider this. However, I have a feeling that after a year or two, I would be looking again.
I recently was given a Ford Taurus to drive as my company car until my official car comes in (look for my review of that car when it comes in - either a Grand Marquis, a Ford Crown Vic or a Mercury Sable LS).
Anyway, I have been driving this...
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by Pisces - Top 1000
Apr 04 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quiet Ride, Perfect Driver's seat, gorgeous outside styling and colors, safe
Cons: gas mileage
I'm a Toyota person, but I came very close to buying the 2000 Taurus. I know that some people who have posted here have talked about reliability problems with Ford. But I think that was with their older models.
This car has a very handsome...
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by Louie30
May 27 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Interior
Cons: Already 1 recall
When my wife's 1994 Taurus LX blew a head gasket, we got an offer from Ford Motor Company that we couldn't refuse. They agreed to either pay for the head gasket repair, OR, give us $4,000 credit toward the purchase of a new Ford. This offer was on top...
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by dpc126
Jan 10 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: comfort
Cons: reliability
I would have to agree that the ownership of the Ford Taurus was not much fun. I had one for a few years and rarely drove it. Yes, it was a comfortable car, but it had so much problems. I'll tell you what kinds of headaches this car has caused....
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by icettom
Aug 01 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy, Trunk Space, Compfortible
Cons: Very very slooow, Wierd Engine Noises
The Bottom Line: Good cheap luxury car... but horrible engine. Other than the engine and the radio not being real loud, it's a good car.
I do not actually own this 2001 Ford Taurus. My parents own it. I own a 1991 Camaro and am used to a pretty uncomfortable ride. I am also used to extreme acceleration. The Taurus has got the RIDE covered. It does not have the ENGINE covered.
Every...
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by aamidorj
Jan 27 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Safety, Style, Value.
Cons: Reliability?
The Ford Taurus was redesigned for the year 2000, and this redesign is a huge improvement over the bubble look of the older model. That redesign lost the "Best Selling Car in America" title for Ford. It is Ford's hope that this car will put...
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by thetrav001
Sep 04 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: It was cheaper than a Toyota
Cons: It was cheaper than a Toyota
This vehicle was a nightmare! My wife and I bought this car in June and it is falling apart. So far, now at 5300 miles, the following has had to be replaced:
Wheel bearings
Wheel mount
Struts
Fuel pump
Brake rotors and...
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by aliasfox - Top 1000
Jun 21 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Good Styling, Big Trunk, Smooth Suspension, Comfy Front Seats
Cons: Bad Brakes, unreassonably loud transmission
The Bottom Line: Okay car, but too many nitpicking qualities that are very noticeable in day to day driving
Kinda Like the Girl in Pretty Woman: Good Looking, but pretty darn unrefined.
Face it: the old Ford Taurus was butt ugly. The front lights looked utterly bug like, and the dashboard was so “revolutionary” it was confusing. The new Taurus...
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by devila
Apr 14 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: smooth and quiet
Cons: transmission is the first thing to go
Don't get me wrong, I love Fords (especially the '67 mustangs). But for some reason the transmisions, in these wagons, seem to be the first thing to go. My mom had an '87 taurus wagon LX, and the transmission, went out, cost an arm and a leg to repair....
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by jspice25
Jan 19 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: It handles the road well and the seats are comfortable
Cons: Poor gas mileage, very noisy ride.
The Bottom Line: I wouldn't say not to buy it, but I would say buyer beware because it's a FORD. And the reputation applies here.
Let me start out by saying that I own a 1994 Ford Escort DX (see my review) that that particular car gets great mileage it's only a 4-cylinder, but considering everything it's been a great car and it's held together very well for all the miles that I...
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by ruffy_02
Jun 11 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Nice ride when it is working
Cons: Bad transmission, bad head gasket valve
I purchased an 89 Ford Taurus new because I fell for the hype "Best selling car in American" THAT DOESN'T MEAN A THING except a lot of people were deceived by the numbers. I've had expensive repairs all along and visited web sites that say Ford...
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by pvtmajor
Jun 26 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: reliable, strong frame, good for rough roads, nice exterior look
Cons: not very fast, little things fall off
My dad gave me my Ford Taurus after I killed my first one. Yes, I have owned more than one Taurus. Not much choice in the matter, but when asked to choose between a Taurus and a Cougar, I took the Taurus. My first Taurus took a beating like no other car...
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by JSVWerff
Feb 07 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, Speed, Room
Cons: Speed limiter, poor shift quality
The 2000 Tauri is the best combination of performance and value this year. The new Taurus combines a slight body change with the same great features that have made it a best seller in the past. I just bought a 2000 SES sedan, and I absolutly love it. And...
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by dongeeL
Jun 09 '01 - Updated Jun 26 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quiet, adequate power, and good handling. Lots of storage space.
Cons: Steering wheel design, seatbelt release difficult.
The Bottom Line: Surprisingly nice car that handles well. Quiet ride, but a little dull to drive.
I just inherited a 2000 Ford Taurus with 19,000 miles on it as a company vehicle. I was a little skeptical at first, but what a surprise! Although not precise, cornering ability was great with better than average stability. Perhaps my initial low...
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by djkozel
Feb 29 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Everything
Cons: Not real fond of black color but . . .
When I started looking for a new car, I wanted something small, economical and yet, have all the goodies I wanted. A Taurus was not in my line of vision at all. I drove the Altima, Camry, Accord, all the smaller compact cars. I was pretty well set on...
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by hankx4211
Mar 26 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Smooth and powerful engine, comfortable ride.
Cons: Not a chick magnet.
The Bottom Line: I say buy this car if you want a good reliable car for the money to get you to work safely, not to cruise for chicks.
Although my Taurus is hardly what you would call exciting, it is a good value for the money. I bought it after graduating college because I was sick of driving Japanese econoboxes and didn't want to take my chances with a used car. I liked the 2000...
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by dsroy209
Nov 27 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great low used car price. Very nice riding and quiet car. Handles well.
Cons: Hard to...keep...brakes working real quiet and smooth without warping or screeching.
The Bottom Line: A 2000 Taurus with 83K in 2002 for $4040. Hard to beat that!
I purchased my 2000 Taurus from a friend who was about to turn it back in to his company for $4040 in November of 2002. It was in pristine shape with 83,000 mis. on it. Drove really nice. Here's what I've had to do to it over the last four years. ...
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by fusion01k
Dec 16 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Very luxurious for the average car. Fairly reliable for a Ford!
Cons: Fuel mileage, replacement parts are expensive to replace.
The Bottom Line: I wouldn't buy it for the price I paid as it depreciated to the point it is basically worthless once the loan is payed off.
Bought this on a whim. Travelled to West Palm Beach, with a friend to see concert, my old 81 Tercel died a horrific death. I was able to get it to a dealer pouring a gallon of water every few minutes into the radiator (blown head gasket). Traded it in ...
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by gdaustin
Nov 12 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Keyless entry system, great sound system, good car until about 60k miles
Cons: Buy the 100k warranty, sell before 70k miles
The Bottom Line: Nice for the first 60k miles, but avoid after that.
At 100565 miles, I'm shopping for a new car. Given my wife's good experience with her Honda CR-V, I think I've just about given up on the American Car companies. It was the 24 valve DOHC, leather interior, moonroof, premium sound systems, aluminum ...
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by Boscorocks
Jul 02 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Roomy
Cons: They don't call it Ford=Found On Road Dead for nothing!
The Bottom Line: Get a 2002 Taurus, the reliability ratings seem to be better.
I finally had it..I had a 2000 Taurus sedan I bought after 27000 miles and at 61000 miles I couldn't ...
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by ceasa3
Jan 26 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy interior, lots of pick up, many standard features, large trunk, good highway gas mileage
Cons: Average city gas mileage, console is not very good for shorter individuals
The Bottom Line: I highly recommend the Ford Taurus. It is a good car for the average family. Very dependable and affordable.
Two years ago when I was looking for a new family car, the Ford Taurus was not even an option for me. I didn't like the body style. It was a cheap domestic car. So I looked at the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and other foreign models of similar price...
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by raper1
Nov 27 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: looks, safety features
Cons: finish, gas mileage, stereo, recalls
Like the Toshiba laptop I reviewed my company gives these cars for free to employees at higher levels. I have a gold 2000 SE.
The color and metallic finish is great even if there is a clearcoat run by the right rear quarter window. And cars chip...
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by broken08
Apr 23 '00 - Updated Apr 25 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Probably a nice car for the first two years. New models look promising.
Cons: Don't even get me started
No offense to anyone, but to buy this car you need to be on crack. How many Fords do you see on the road that are, say, more than eight years old?? Especially the taurus. And how many of them look good or run well? Exactly my point. They do not last...
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by jrsiegrl
Oct 12 '00 - Updated Dec 06 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: fuel efficient, reasonably priced, excellent pick-up
Cons: rides close the ground
The Bottom Line: This is a great, reasonably priced car with excellent features. BUY IT!
Well, not a whole lot, to be honest. I've always driven trucks or SUV's, and I was very reluctant about buying a car. You see, I'm very short. This may sound unrelated, but I'm just over 5 feet tall, and I never really liked the idea of being so close ...
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by ghb01
Jul 04 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable and comfortable
Cons: These cars need new wheel bearings at 100K or so.
The Bottom Line: I would get one for 2000 or less and just replace the wheel bearings on all 4 wheels and then drive for another 100k.
I owned 3 Taurus's so far (1997, 2000, 2003) and one 1996 Sable but the 2000 Taurus I still have. The others had no repairs to speak of and were very reliable cars. The 2000 has 97000 miles on it. Until recently it has only been into the shop for ...
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by dsnel23
Apr 22 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very Comfortable, Spacious, Good Power, Great gas mileage
Cons: none I have found yet!
The Bottom Line: Go Buy one now!
I've owned my Ford Taurus for about a year now absolutely love it! I'm a tall guy at 6'7" and I fit in there very nicely. It's a bit conservative of a car but it has a nice pick up and go to it also. New body style they came out with is very nice. My...
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by Kathy88
Aug 02 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: looks good, drives great,. Huge trunk!
Cons: Rack and Pinion in begining. Rear brake light interference
Bought this vehicle because have always liked the Taurus and we liked the style when we saw it on Nascar. Husband isn't much of a Ford fan. Had the car back two times since February for leaking power steering fluid. Second time they told us the Rack...
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by greenlm
Feb 24 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Price and Saftey Feature
Cons: Some people don't like the Ford name
The 5 Star Taurus
Could this be true? There is a car so good?
Yes! The ford taurus is actually a really well built car. It usually comes with a v6 engine, and a above average stereo system. The Ford Taurus has to be one of the...
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by Jfrink073
Dec 04 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Big, Powerful, Stylish.
Cons: None
This is a big, fun, stylish car to drive, and it comes at a great price. It has excellent handling, great pickup, and comfortable seats for all. The five-star safety quality makes anyone feel safe in this car. Plus, it has a suave round design, making...
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by CraigEgg
Jan 22 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: There are no Pro's to this car
Cons: It falls apart, un reliable, Nasty looking
I have always hated Fords except for the Explorer(which is an amazing car), but I absolutely hate the Taurus so much. It is a waste of room on the Highway, and it baffles me why people buy this car, it always falling apart like a typical Ford sedan does....
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by momofnealexis
Jul 27 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: I love the design of the car
Cons: I've only had it a year and already having problems.
The Bottom Line: Get design and interior just wish I wouldn't have so many problems.
We live about 14 hours from home, and we use the Taurus to do our road trips in because its better on gas than our SUV. I've had the car a year now. The past 2 road trips we have came back with problems. The first was the breaks were having problems,...
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by BigHeadMaple
Sep 12 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Tether Strap, Trunk release
Cons: none
I have recently received a Ford Taurus as a graduation gift from college. It is one of the nicest cars in it's price range I have seen, and believe me we looked!!! The Taurus has a lot of room in all areas of seating as well as an enormous trunk. It...
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by wildlifesavr1
Sep 08 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: nice ride
Cons: I think it's bit ugly
You're probably thinking that this car is for older people like mothers and grandmothers, this could never be transformed either into a luxury or sporty type car. Even for a teenager it could be totally altered into a ghetto type style if that is...
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by gypsyshm
Apr 16 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: great size and family car
Cons: rusts easily
I have a 1988 ford taurus with almost 80k miles on it! It has needed limited maintenance and has been a great family car. The only problem with this car(or it could be the weather in Ohio where I reside) is that I hope the body lasts as long as the car!...
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by steffanyo
Aug 06 '00 - Updated Aug 13 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: It is very sleek.
Cons: It does not make a good car for one person
The Ford 2000 Taurus is is sleek and very very stylish. It is a four door car and it seems like it would be a great family car. The 2000 Taurus comes with auto windows and with air conditioning. The car has four wheel drive and a solid smooth comfortable...
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by colony_king
Nov 25 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: great price and driving comfort.
Cons: None
Bought brand new 1999 Ford Taurus for $15K. Also bought the extended warranty for $850. To top it all, the 2.9% Ford finance was the best. I had three color choices, red, blue and silver. I selected silver for a funny reason. My eight year old...
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by Daiseyclips
Aug 05 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy, comfortable, dependable, did I mention roomy.
Cons: The gas mileage could be somewhat better.
The Bottom Line: This is a great car. The safety of it is enough to buy it. Very roomy and can sit up to 6 people. Trunk space galore.
I bought a used 2000 Ford Taurus SE. It already had 27,000 miles on it, but you couldn't tell it. I love the roominess in this car. Seat room, leg room, and head room is unreal. It has a great stereo system. All kinds of vent options and rear...
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by DblD-D
Jan 13 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very good family car
Cons: Not a sports car for a young driver
I purchased my 1988 Ford Taurus in 1989 and at this time I have 87,000 miles on it. It has a 3.0 liter engine and when taking it on vacation I got 34 miles to the gallon. I have replaced tire rods on it, but by keeping the oil changed and keeping good...
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by mcommini
Apr 24 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Nice car -- attractive, roomy, and comfortable.
Cons: None.
My dad used to work for Ford, so he got a one-year lease on a company car every year. Yes, it was a pain to have to adjust to a new car every single year, but what a nice thing to have to "suffer" through, eh? Sometimes the car was...
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by vadim
Apr 14 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: None
Cons: Reliability, depreciation
I'd like to share my experience of owning 1988, Ford Taurus SW. To be brief here is a list of repairs I had to do when the car was 4 years old with 50K miles.
- Replace transmission
- Replace fuel pump
- Replace air conditioner twice
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by ronsSVT
Apr 18 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Comfortable, quiet, reliable.
Cons: no rear seat head-rest
My wife recently purchased a Ford Taurus and the car is great! We looked at many other cars and the Taurus was the better car for the money. The safety features are the biggest reason to own this car. No other car in its class comes close to its safety...
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by LuterCity
Aug 31 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good optional engine, A lot of room
Cons: Weak base motor, Bland styling
This is an average family car. First, the good side, this car is very roomy and can seat four adults in comfort and five in a pinch. Also, it gets pretty nice gas mileage of about 20 miles per gallon. But that's pretty much all for the good side. The car...
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by belpatri
Oct 06 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Excellent Family Car
Cons: Rear view visibility is poor
I bought this car because of the good gas mileage.
I needed a vehicle which would hold the road and give
me good gas mileage about 20mpg in the city and 28mpg
on the highway. It has a V6s engine and the gas tank holds
about 16...
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by joshvr6
Jul 07 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: At least it was free (a company car)
Cons: Recalls & Engine lights going on.
The Bottom Line: Don't do it. There are much better cars out there for the money.
I can see if you need reliable transportation, you would look at a Taurus. Nein! I've had it for 1yr and 52,000mi and it has been total crap. The dash is coming apart, the car stalls (turned out to be a recall issue), and the stock tires royally suck....
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by sasysandy1
Dec 06 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: excellent car
Cons: nothing wrong with this car
I bought the Taurus for many reasons. The car is very comfortable and reliable. i have made many trips with this car and get the greatest gas mileage there is for this car. I have gottn 40 miles to he gallon with this car, It's great in all kinds of...
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by CDAVIS1228
May 25 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very good car
Cons: The airbag
For a dependable transportation,and for good gas mileage.very easy to handle in town traffic, and very easy to park also it has ample room for a midsize car. The most thing i hate about this car is the airbags they are very dangerous as they can...
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Good Car
by shawn2000
Feb 21 '05
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great ride, love the automatic climate controls and premium sound system
Cons: Coils need replacing every couple of months on 24 valve DOHC
After a couple of months of research and several test drives, I bought a 2000 Ford Taurus Comfort Edition 24 valve DOHC. It has been great until the 55000 mile mark. Everything is great except the Coils need replacing.
Zero to sixty is great for a Taurus (7 seconds) It has all the toys from leather to heated mirrors, it great.
Overall this car is a 9
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Happy to be rid of my Taurus
by lakemom22
Sep 14 '08
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: No
Pros: third row seats
Cons: Duratec engine not reliable or weekend mechanic friendly
We had our 2000 Ford Taurus wagon for four years. We bought it used and wanted it because of the affordable price and the space the wagon gave us. We had always had Fords and had no problems with them, until this car. We had a duratec 24v dual over head camshaft, first they do not make a repair manual for this engine so any book you find will not match, you will have to use it only as a guide. Second every part that we went to replace (and there were a lot) were twice the price then most other vehicles. Spark plug wires were unbelievable, $85 for ONE!! Try finding the PCV valve on this engine! And once you do I hope you have a six year old with small hands like I do to be able to get to it!!
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GREAT CAR that I am deeply satisfied and in love with (no homo) anyways
by shaq32
Jan 20 '07
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: LEATHER SEATS no center console which means more room!!! 24V DOHC V6 200HP!!!!
Cons: Inconvenient replacement of light bulbs especially the brake light! no rear disk brakes?
I have a 2000 Ford Taurus SES and I love it it has 80,000 miles on it now but it gives me the power I need to move in traffic when I need too get around another car or truck It has a great mach sound system I like the 6 CD changer. I cant forget about the traction control. Good reliable car its as good as a 2006 Toyota Camry or a 2004 Honda Accord!as far its features go, and almost as good as reliability!!!I know I am very satisfied!!!
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Fantastic little car I love mine
by flamingo_pat
Sep 20 '06
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: mileage,nice adons, roomy for a small car, dependable, and many more nice things.
Cons: Really I have nothing to bad to say bout the car.
My wife and I were in need a different car and we found a 2000 ford taurus wagon and we just love it.
It gets up to speed with no problems, it is nice to sit in for a longer drive(and we are not little people).
Gas mileage is really good we get 28-32 highway and 25 city.
If you want a speedy little car go some were else, but if you want a good riding car that has plenty of room and looks really nice this is the car for you.
We just love out little wagon and would buy another one in a heart beat.
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My... DREAM CAR???!
by travis07
Apr 27 '05
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, comfortable, fast (V6), beautiful, strong...
Cons: I'll never be able to get a new car, 'cause this'll last forever.
Yeah, so I bought a SECOND Ford Taurus because my first one saved my life in a rather large wreck I had. I bought a 2000 Ford Taurus again, and - like the first - it's the strongest, most reliable car I've ever heard of. I've had very few repairs I've ever had to do from it (aside from the infrequent maintenance things), and it's been serving me faithfully for 60,000 miles. (It's previous owner used it for 19,000 miles before that.
Needless to say, I love my car. Leather interior, Mach sound system, moon-roof... on top of all the other great features.
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2000 Ford Taurus Wagon SE -CPO
by frebrd18
Mar 30 '08
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, safe, good value, low maintenance, low profile
Cons: Ride a bit rough/dated,seats fair. Poor Resale/Tradein -drive it into the ground
I bought a Certified pre owned '00 taurus wagon in 3/03 with 40K miles at a fair price. I could tell it had been sitting around a while. After I agreed to buy it, they replaced all 4 tires (with stock Continentals) and rotors/brakes (4 wheel disc). In the 5 years I have had it, this has been the best car I have ever owned reliability/maintenance wise. It has 95k miles on it and the only maintenance has been brakes (2 times?) oil, filters and tires (Goodyear Tripletreads). Also, the idler pulley needed to be replaced to stop belt squealing. ($150)High 20s MPG at 70 with a/c on. Wagon seats 8 in a pinch (legally) and has flexible cargo area (fit gas grill in box/ fence posts etc.) Goes Ok at highway speeds, no cop magnet. Overall, I guess I got a good one.
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Please read before you buy this car..............
by nela1
Nov 24 '04
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: No
Pros: The paint job and body faired well
Cons: Everything else.
What can I say.... Within the first year of purchasing my two year old Ford Tauras wagon, the transmission failed, the air conditioning went, the engine gave out. Along with countless other costly problems during my ownership. I finally cut my losses and sold it for $100.00. I can't help feeling guilty about selling it to that poor guy. Also, I sent letters to Ford with no response what-so-ever. I have pledged never to buy another Ford and have told all my friends about this mess.
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2000 Taurus Great Car
by sdstyer3
Sep 06 '06
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Dependability, styling, room
Cons: Depreciates quickly. A great car to buy used.
I have owned 50+ cars in my life. Everything from a Vega to Lincolns. New, used and abused. I've owned several Corvettes, Lincolns and Cadillacs. many of these I purchased new. My 2000 Taurus is possibly the best, most dependable vehicle of them all. Bold statement, I know. BUT; the car now has 167,716 miles on it. Aside from tires and brakes; I have replaced a starter (121k) and a (one) serpentine belt. Even the battery which has withstood 6 VERY COLD Indiana Winters, is original. My last new Caddy had lots of problems, my 1996 Town Car (bought new) had several trips to the dealer, including one which occurred during a family trip to Florida where it would not start (26K) Not to mention the lights going off and on all the time. They never could fix it. My Continental... we won't even go there. The Fusion has BIG shoes to fill.
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1999 FORD TAURAS my last one
by ford1999taurus
Jul 03 '05
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: No
Pros: Low insurance, good value for the price of a family car
Cons: fix
Idiot light has been on for the last 60,000 miles. Ignore.
Body is unique and easily recognizable.
Paint job is excellent except for Bumper areas.
Parts are not too expensive
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