the local police dept has been using the Taurus for 6-7 years now. they take
a beating and keep on running. very reliable cars if maintenance is kept up.

and when you compare the price to the foreign market, they are a better deal
there also.
<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