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2001 Mercury Sable Ls Premium - Xln't Condition - Low Mileage on 2040-cars

Year:2001 Mileage:93500
Location:

Vista, California, United States

Vista, California, United States
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This has been a very good and reliable car for us.  We just finally bought a new car so this is now available.  We live in a suburb of San Diego, in No. County, close to the beginning of entering the city.  Our adult son previously owned this; we've had it for over 8 years, I believe.  It has never been in an accident and no cigarette smokers have ever smoked in this car!  I drive it probably 200 miles a month - I'm getting up there in age, I guess.  Has two tiny dings: one on rear side door on driver's side and another on same side over wheel well (both pictured).  Only other finish complaint is a small crease (6" long?) below driver's door, pictured but hard to notice.  Otherwise, paint is virtually perfect - no peeling, fading, etc.  Still very glossy.  Tires are xln't (Michelin) and have a loooooong time to go yet.  A/C compressor and serpentine belt was replaced in Nov., 2013 - almost $1,000 - so it's also xln't & freezing cold when needed and the fuel pump was replaced two months ago ($450).  Interior is also superior as pics indicate.  Some cracking of the leather on driver's seat but only on the leading edge of the seat in the area closest to the door, otherwise all terrific condition.  I'm a very honest person (probably too much so) so I'm listing ANYTHING I can think of that you would want to know about this car that is less than perfect:  there is some moisture behind plastic lens on headlight on passenger side; there is a small drip of oil underneath vehicle that we've had for 2 years but it's so slow that it doesn't "pay" to have the seal (I guess) replaced.  My husband never has to fill the oil tank because of it.  The light for the radiator water sensor comes on most of the time.  It is due to the sensor not working right.  Whenever we lift the hood and slightly "adjust/move" the large, white plastic container that holds the water overflow for the radiator, then the light goes off but as soon as the car goes over a bump, it returns and comes back on.  It's done it for 10 years.  Not worth fixing.  Although I never have to change the driver's seat position, the power seat doesn't always want to move forward or back unless you press your foot down hard on the foot rest area.  The rear seat-backs fold down - either for raising up a child seat (I'm presuming) but certainly to carry something long in the trunk and protrude through the opening into the rear cabin ... skis?  wood?  supplies?  In the center console that has a pop-up and padded armrest, you will find the 6-disc CD player - I've never used it but my son said it always worked great.  What I really love about this car is that it's fun to drive - you really get a "feel" for the road, like a sports car, and it has a LOT of zip.  If you suddenly need to step on the accelerator, you know it will respond with a lot of guts - that gives me a lot of security.  The registration is paid until mid-July.  Car has ALWAYS passed smog test; buyer will pay for any new smog certificate.  

If you have ANY questions about this car, please call and ask questions, AFTER 10:30 a.m. PST, at:  760-758-9222.  You are certainly welcome to email any of your questions, also.  If you want additional photos, just ask.   You are welcome to make an appointment with me to test-drive and inspect this car prior to bidding - however, once the auction is over, the sale is FINAL.  This car is running beautifully - I have NO complaints whatsoever.  I've tried my best to describe it as honestly as possible but common sense dictates that it is sold in an "as is" condition as I have no control over what you might do to the car once you have possession of it.  

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Mon, 25 Feb 2013

Owners of Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan models, listen up. According to a report on Automotive News, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into these four vehicles totaling an estimated 725,000 units. The investigation appears to center around a malfunctioning throttle body on non-hybrid models of the 2005-2012 Escape and 2011-2012 Fusion. With Mercury dying off after the 2011 model year, this probe will also apply to the 2005 through 2011 Mariner and the 2011 Milan. There has been some discussion around the Escape stalling issue for some time now, but this investigation appears to be larger in scope than before.
Though not a recall yet, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 123 complaints of stalling or surging vehicles, while Ford itself has logged 1,472 complaints. The investigation report, which is posted below, seems to indicate that a faulty circuit board for the throttle body could cause the vehicle to go into limp mode, which, according to NHTSA, could cause complaints of both stalling and surging.

Fitting Retirement: Grand Marquis last Mercury off the line

Wed, 05 Jan 2011

The signs have come down and retail production ended back in October of 2010. Now, the very last Mercury model has rolled off the assembly line. This last Mercury somewhat fittingly takes the form of a Grand Marquis reporting for fleet duty. It was built at the St. Thomas plant in Ontario, Canada, which is the same facility that continues to produce the Ford Crown Victoria and Lincoln Town Car for fleet and livery duty.
St. Thomas' days are numbered, however, as the factory is slated to close on August 31. When it goes, the Panther platform is likely to follow. So long, and thanks for all the fish memories.
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NHTSA closes probes on Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey

Wed, 09 Jan 2013

The Detroit News reports the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has officially closed its investigations into 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2004-2005 Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey models. The separate probes found no issues that pose safety concerns. NHTSA began investigating certain Grand Cherokee SUVs over complaints that power steering hoses could detach during operation, thereby increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. Of the 24 reports of failure, none alleged smoke or fire in the engine bay, and Chrysler has since modified the power steering cooler assembly to reduce the likelihood of the failure.
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