In article <24CdnQTVd4mZCX_VnZ2dnUVZ_vWdnZ2d@comcast.com>,
"Robert11" <rgsros@notme.com> wrote:

> Hello,
>
> Am in the market for a new car.
> I had a Sable about 10 years ago, and it was frankly a disaster.
> So, have not really considered a Ford product since.
>
> Looked at the new Buick LaCrosse, but really don't like it.
>
> My son has suggested that I re-think Ford, and take a good look at the 2009
> Taurus.
>
> Will look at one this coming week, but thought I'd get a bit of a heads-up
> now.
> So, let me please ask, knowing that it's a bit subjective, etc.
>
> How is the overall "quality" these days on the 2008 and 2009 Taurus ?
> Transmission, components, build, etc. ? Compared to GM; e.g., a Buick ?
>
> Am in my 70's now, and my major criteria is reliability.
> Really can't spend half a day in the service department anymore.
>
> Not sure what else to ask, but any other thoughts or opinions would be most
> appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
> Bob

If your after reliability & quality, go look at Honda or Toyota.

If your going to spend quality money, you should get a quality vehicle
in return.

I can hear all the 'political' buyers starting to moan already...

Good Luck!

Erik