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#172 of 201 Dependable transportation? by lmigliore Oct 01, 2001 (7:17 pm)
I have a '99 Cougar and it has been the least dependable car I have ever owned. It has failed to start twice (clutch interlock issues) and shreds its tires on a regular basis. Besides that, one never knows which speakers the radio will choose to operate from.   It steers OK and the brakes are good. The engine's characteristics make it impossible to upshift smoothly. It uses more gas than it should (20 MPG average). You can't see out the back, or even to adjacent lanes.   There are probably lots better cars out there for your money.
#173 of 201 Ok by drewdrew94 Oct 02, 2001 (5:35 am)
OK guys,   This may make alot of you mad cause I have read some stuff on here about hohum toyotas. Anyway, I have nixed the cougar idea...I am going to purchase a 95 Toyota Celica GT for 7500 with 73K on it, at least it won't quit running...I know that from experience with toyota's. I had a 92 Paseo that was still running when I traded it in at 150K and my dad had a 86 toyo truck that had well over 200K when my brother wrecked it last year. Thanks guys.
#174 of 201 drew by fish8 Oct 02, 2001 (6:01 am)
I did not mean to come across as being overly negative......I was just relaying my Cougar experience. I know there are many owners on here that have not had problems with their cars. So, you may be able to get a good Cougar. Good luck with any car you end up getting.
#175 of 201 Some Advice Please & FAST! by jazzermp Oct 16, 2001 (6:04 pm)
Greetings. I'm new to the Cougar list. I'm seriously considering buying a 2002 Sport 5 speed to replace my 94 Probe GT 5 speed, 97K. I love the Probe but it is becoming a financial black hole. Replacing CV units this, the cat.converter is sick, the paint is shot on the hood, exhuast, brakes, etc., - and this is after I have babied the car. Any comments pro/con on this or how the cars compare from former Probe owners would be great. I'm goona do the deed within two weeks to get the 0.0%. THANKS!
#176 of 201 Probe GT vs. Cougar by harbachj Oct 17, 2001 (12:25 pm)
The two cars in our family are a 94 Probe GT and a 99 Cougar V6, both owned since new, so I guess I'm in a pretty good position to comment. Both cars are similar in size, power, weight, etc. so compare very well. Handling is similar (I think I like the PGT a bit more) and the ride is actually slightly firmer in the Cougar with the sport package (and I thought the PGT had a firm ride!). The Cougar's brake are better, at least with the sport package and ABS. Interior room and comfort is close, with the Cougar actually a bit roomier. Seating position is a bit lower in the PGT so it feels sportier. By the way, I've had mine for almost 3 years now with over 30,000 miles and other then the common initial 1999 model year problems, has been very reliable. For the price, the car is a steal. If you are looking for a current version of the Probe, the Cougar is it.
#177 of 201 guardian car care by aussy Oct 21, 2001 (7:18 pm)
after owning several cars over the last 15 years(2 fords amoung them).....i traded in my 01 toy corolla for a brand new '02 cat...V6 2.5L, manual loaded except for sunroof.....i take delivery of it on tues(10-23) and am excited as all get out to have her....my question is this: the dealership wants me to buy Guardian warranted automotive protection program. they put a treatment on the fabric, vinyl and paint.has anybody heard of this and is it worth it?? also...any tips for breaking in my new cougar??....i am 32 and this is the first time i have owned a car like this.....all my other cars have been sub-compacts and trucks..thanx for any advice
#178 of 201 Car Care Packages by krnch Oct 22, 2001 (6:47 am)
Aussy:   When I got my '99 cat, I purchased a care package consisting of scotch guard fabic treatment, rust-proofing and a paint protection product. Were I to do it again, the only product I would consider is the paint protection product. You can buy a spray can of scotch guard that I'm sure will work just as well as the dealer's product; If you live in an area that uses road salt in the winter, I think that having the car oil sprayed is better than the dealer-offered rust proofing product.   That said, the clearcoat/paint on the Cougar is the best I've seen on any car owned by myself or my family. After 3 years of frequent washing and two tough Canadian winters, the paint looks as good as the day it left the dealer. I'm not sure is this is a function of the paint protection package or just that the paint and clear coat is really that good. I'd be interested in hearing the opinion on the paint quality from other members of this group who did not buy any paint protection product.
#179 of 201 Aussie/krnch: by gustafsc Oct 22, 2001 (7:23 am)
Any aftermarket protection plan is only good for one thing. Protecting the dealer's bottom line!   Modern cars are made with pre-dipped/primed rustproof galvanizing. This coating is made even before the metal is formed for the body panels. My last car survived 10 Chicagoland winters (talk about salt) and only had one little blistering spot under the rocker at the rear that could only be seen with the car on a hoist.   My Cougar's paint has held up through 3 of the aforementioned winters without any problems or dulling. Just normal semi-annual wax job (Spring & Fall) along with good washing practice, and it looks good.   For the fabric, I shot it with Scotch Guard, although the fabric itself appears to be a polyolifin type which is very stain and wear resistant. Shampooing the carpet after the winter to get the salt out of the front is also a good idea.   Skip G
#180 of 201 2001 Cougar is a good bet by cnollkamper Oct 29, 2001 (2:18 pm)
Yes do get one. I have a 3month old 01 Black C2 ATX(I really wanted 5spd but near impossible to find) leather loaded, no traction control. I LOVE IT!!!! i have over 3k now and i have a couple of issues, but none are serious, or are affecting overall reliability or quality. I can say the paint is FABULOUS! I just did a 3 part Meguiars Deep Crystal paint protection system and its amazing how good it looks. i drive this car daily in Los Angeles, and the only daily issue i have is the seat is rather uncomfortable for me, the passenger seat is MUCH better, I almost want to swap them(I have power seat with lumbar). And thats about it, the room up front is really good and storage in the back makes trips to Costco a breeze! Good Luck.
#181 of 201 Seat by ksuwildcat001 Oct 30, 2001 (10:51 am)
Have you checked to make sure you don't have the power lumbar set to an uncomfortable amount?

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