Latest Ford Five Hundred Frequently Asked Questions:
Is it a reliable engine? It has the 3.0 liter engine. Also, maintenance costs; are these outrageous or reasonable? I'm debating between getting a 2005 ALL WHEEL DRIVE Ford Five Hundred or a Used Saturn VUE AWD.
Answer:500 definetaly had one ad had no problems with it!!!!!!!!!! it goes right threw the snow with no problems!!!!!!!!!!!! if you get the saturn ur gonna get stuck every winter
What are the cost of repairs like on a Volkswaggon passat? Outrageous? I'd be getting a 2002 Passat vs. a 2005 Ford Five Hundred (both AWD).... opinions?
Answer:i'd go with the ford it's won awards and has consumer guide best buy the first link is for the 500 the second link is for the VW
I am looking to purchase either the 2005 Ford Five Hundred or 2005 Mercury Montego...do you have any comments or complaints about either one of the cars? This would be my "first" car, is this a good reliable car to have? One of the main reasons why I am interested in these cars is because of the high safety ratings and also all of the interior space that they have to offer. What do you think?
Answer:I have the '06 500 & just passed 36K miles. No problem other than manufacturer recall to replace disc pads. Typically 21-23 mpg depending on mix of highway vs city driving. Comfortable for trip. Big point for me was trunk is like a cave. Luggage for 3 + 2 sets of golf clubs with room to spare. Has image of being a "granny" car so its not the typical first car.
The Taurus is a crappy car when the Five-hundred is a differenet body style and does not look like the old taurus'.The only reason why there changing it because people like the taurus better they'll think it's like the other 1.
Answer:no ford, five hundred dropping every second sounds pretty good to me
I wanted to know if there is a Haynes Repair book for the Five Hundred between years 05-07. If not would a 08 Taurus or Montego work.. Second, what is the recommended interval to change the fuel filter, and tranny fluid.
Answer:i have not seen a book yet on the 500,s but you can go by the same maintenance schedule as you would on a Taurus or any other ford, the filter should be changed at least ever 35 thousand and the transmission at least ever 60 thousand,i wouldn't want to go over that ,good luck and enjoy the holidays
