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#678 of 697 Susan 70 by mouse409 Mar 15, 2002 (5:07 pm)
I have had my Cougar ( a 99 ) for 3 years. Have not had any problems, and I do love the car. If you like the car....go fot it. I think some of the problems that a lot of people had was because of the newness (a word?) of the car at first. And because as a group we are a pickey bunch of people. But we did pick the Cougar and most of us were very happy with the car. I would buy another one if I could. Good luck with whatever you do. =^..^=
#680 of 697 Susan70 by blackcoug1 Mar 16, 2002 (3:10 pm)
Definately go for it. I've had my 2000 (ATX, V6) for about 15 months and it is still running strong. The only thing I would keep an eye out for is the seals around the windows. The stripping around the outside of my back window came unglued, but they fixed it for free (warranty). The ATX can be a little frustrating at stoplights when you're trying to get off to a quick start. The car really does get any torque until about 3250 rpms so it's a little sluggish at the go, but when it does pull it pulls hard and should give you adequate accleration. I've never driven one with MTX, but I still have a lot of fun with the automatic. You don't have to worry about shifting while you're throwing the car through curve after curve, and in the curves is where the car really shines I think. Owning a kitty takes a lot of patience and understanding, but the looks from people and the sound the engine makes when you wind it out on the freeway makes it sooooooooooooo worthwhile. But at the same time I'd make sure I invested in a warranty if the car doesn't have one. Chris
#682 of 697 Cougar 99 by irish21 May 01, 2002 (5:35 pm)
I like my Cougar, but could not find a local competent dealership. Two dealership service depts left me stranded late night/early morning. The first time was before 5000 miles. The dealer did not fix the fuel gauge. In fact the service dept. broke the gas tank, misaligned the fuel cap, and did not fix the fuel gauge. Found out the gas tank was broken when $18 of gas flowed out of my tank and onto the ground. Gas station was reeeal 'happy' they had to clean up the gas spill. Second dealership told me the alternator light was on because it was winter. Car died at 2 a.m. The police had keep a cruiser behind me....no juice for the emergency flashers. Dealership ordered part and then gave part to another customer after telling me the part had not come in. The other customer worked with me. I tried to trade up to a newer Cougar, but when the dealership drove the car for the appraisal, the mirror housing was hanging (was fine when I drove in). It looked like something leaned against the housing until it came away from the car. The mechanic reset the housing. The starter went at 30,000. My Nissan 200sx only had 2 starters in 160,000.  I like the Cougar and its styling, but I have had too many dealer problems. 4 dealerships, 4 strikes. One dealership wanted to charge me $800 for the delivery fee.
#683 of 697 hatch release problems by clarkie3 May 05, 2002 (5:37 am)
Does anyone have a usere serviceable solution to fixing a hatch release that fails to work on my 1999 Mercury Cougar? Please help.
#684 of 697 Hatch release by blane May 05, 2002 (7:47 am)
clarkie3:   Your problem was a common one that was under warranty. They replace the exposed spring(s) on the hatch near the lock. Mine have been changed a few times. The problem recurs as the springs age.
#685 of 697 Hatch Release, etc. by motorcity3 May 10, 2002 (10:26 am)
Talk about spring related problems. My wife has a 99 Cougar V6, but she is not happy with it. She has 40K miles on it and so far this is the story:   - Having problems closing the hood, once its opened because the spring in the lock section is rusting/aging? Just imagine opening your hood to put some windshiled wiper fluid and not being able to shut it again. All of a sudden, you can't drive your car. Nice...   - Car has been in multiple times to the dealership to fix a speaker that is shorting out. Still not fixed.   -We had to put in new break pads, but after 35K miles, I guess that's fine. However, we had to replace both of the front rotors at 35K miles? Come on! That's terrible.   - The plastic seal around the windows is coming unglued and the carpet in the truck is also coming unglued.   - One VERY loud, annoying rattle near the gearbox.   - Oh, also, this is not about the car but about the dealership. Brought it in for the 30K service which includes most basic fluid checks, fill up etc. A month later the low coolant light came on. She paid $350, and they didn't even top the coolant!! Great stuff.....   Now I am wondering if we should ditch this car or maybe try to make it for another year.
#686 of 697 by verozahl May 12, 2002 (12:45 pm)
Geez, I'm really glad I didn't use my family Ford discount on a Cougar last year. Integra is one year old, no problems.   Cougar looks nice... can't believe it has so many problems.
#687 of 697 motorcity3 speaker problems by harbachj May 12, 2002 (1:40 pm)
If the problem you have is speakers cutting in and out, its the radio/cassette unit. Many 99s with the "premium" stereo have had this problem. Only solution is to put in a new (different model) unit. I had mine changed under warranty. If you have a recorded complaint before 36,000 miles, I would ask the dealer for a new unit.   Jim H.

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