Overview & Reviews
In an effort to generate interest in what seems to be a dying brand, Mercury takes a page out of a decade-old Chevrolet playbook and paints a Grand Marquis Amish-black, bolts on 18-inch wheels and stuffs a 300-horse V8 under the hood. The result is surprisingly appealing.
- Beefy horsepower figures, all-American attitude.
- Needs more low-end punch, no independent rear suspension.
User Reviews:
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Muscle at its Best ! - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By 2003MM - August 16 - 2:00 amA great car that seats 5 and has the performance of a sport coupe. Nothing beats the sound of an American V-8. Amazing amount of engine performance increase after the first 5000 miles.
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American Muscle Lives ! - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By spider0101 - June 23 - 10:00 amThere are very few if any vehicles out there that can evoke a visceral feeling when you put the pedal to the metal. The first time I got on this baby my heart skipped a beat and I felt it all the way down my spine. An econo box with a hood scoop just doesnt do it for me and never will. Give me a big bad American V8 pushin 300 hp with attitude.
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Just Missed - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By sbcdrone - June 18 - 10:00 amThe Marauder is almost complete, but has a few flaws. The exhaust system should have been made from the same high-grade stainless steel used on the Buick Grand National. The engine power comes in at high rpm suggesting the Boss 5.4 from the 2002 F-150 would have been a better choice. Opening the trunk in the rain, or just after, is guaranteed to get water in the trunk. The sound system is choked by small speakers, and the rear window antenna is a poor choice. A trunk-mounted power antenna would provide better reception. Fuel milage has been excellent; handling and comfort are what I expected.
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Awesome Car for the Price - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By mercmarauder - May 22 - 2:00 amDont let the sticker shock you. These cars can be bought for a little less than $30,000. And you get a ton (really 2 tons) of car for your money. The 302 HP rating must be conservative. The car is FAST. And comfortable. And it handles like a Mustang GT. 17 MPG around town. Room for the whole family. Comfort. Pwer. Performance. Take that Caprice (ahem IMPALA) lovers!
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Wow - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By Trash - May 17 - 6:36 amI just bought my dream car. I paid too much, I dont care! The question above, that said " Fun to Drive" says it all. You step on the gas, and it pushes you in to the plush leather seats at 60+, and then you look and it says 100. Wow! The sound of the engine is a low "gurgle" unexpected from such a small V-8. Having driven it less than 1000 miles, I can only say that it handles well, but on a wet road surface it could definitely get away from you. The quiet interior is only interrupted by the mellow exhaust tones as you depress the accelerator. A pleasure to drive, Im thankful that Im lucky enough to own one of these modern day muscle cars. This is the direction NASCAR should have gone.
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My Favorite Car - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By jdgrules - May 9 - 7:20 pmI had always wanted a Marauder after seeing it in 2002 as a concept. Finally over a year I had a chance to pick one up with 11k on it! Its been the best car ive ever owned, never breaks down and ive done oil changes, tires (which are expensive), and add an k/n intake/exhaust and yes its a little slow outta the gate but she scoots once in motion its like a freight train, and that 4.6 DOHC has the opportunity to be so much more. I can recommend this car to ANYONE, if your even remotely handy with cars this car is a breeze to work on. Thing to keep in mind, the book values on the car are wrong, parts are a little tough and expensive, gas mileage isnt bad, insurance is cheap, and its fun!
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My Next Car....... The Marauder! - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By Marty S. - April 17 - 10:00 amYou have to go and find one first, good luck, not many dealers have them yet. But once you do, and you first come upon it, you are awestruck with it`s look, then, it`s overall appearance is fascinating! She rumbles like a Mountain Lion, pure Power yet Luxury as well. This is DEFINITELY MY NEXT CAR, NO QUESTION! WAY TO GO MERCURY! M.S.
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2003 Marauder - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By Zoltan Kovacs - April 13 - 10:00 amGood car , lots of fun and great car club, Mercury Marauder.net
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Save your dough - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By Vic man - October 28 - 10:00 amSave yourself 10 grand and buy the Crown Victoria Sport. You only get a few less lb./ft. of torque, and Mercury should be embarrassed for pulling the engine from the demised Lincoln Mark VIII instead of running a supercharged version of the 4.6.
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2003 Mercury Marauder - 2003 Mercury Marauder
By ghinds - October 15 - 2:00 amBlack, Black, Black, Fast & Fun. Great Audio system, handles great, excellent pull from 25 mph & up. Weak off the line then gets stronger. Nice exhaust tone. Well built tight & smooth handeling.
