Overview & Reviews

A redesigned face gives this Ford more character, but the new taillight treatment is almost identical to the Contour's sibling, the Mercury Mystique. New alloy wheels and a slightly more commodious rear seat debut. Midyear changes included a model consolidation, the addition of depowered airbags, as well as improved handling and new wheels for the SVT.

• Energetic performance in the spirit of more expensive German sedans.

User Reviews:

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  lots of repairs - 1998 Ford Contour
  By jbird1979 - August 28 - 2:00 am

  When I first purchased this car, I should have know things wouldnt go well based on the number of recalls! The fuel filler neck, blower swith, airbag sensors, and transmission gear indicator were all in need of repair. Too bad everything else wasnt covered by recalls or technical service bulletins. Ive had to replace the AC system, cooling fan (twice), thermostat, belt tensioner, and much more. At least its paid for...

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  wasted money - 1998 Ford Contour
  By ohwell - July 31 - 2:00 am

  Nothing but problems. Nothing but money on top of money. If you are going to buy this car second-hand you have about a 25% chance of getting one thats good. $3500 in 2 yrs and in need another $1200 more. 2 alternators, rack and pinion, etc. I dumped mine. I wouldnt even sell it to another human being.

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  scared to drive it - 1998 Ford Contour
  By mamma - July 27 - 2:00 am

  other than 2 alternators in less than 1 year (350.00), the timing belt & pulley (450.00), and waiting for the co2 sensor to go nothing but problems, and wondering where you are going to break down next. i have a little girl, and have been stranded now on the highway, and city streets. i dont feel safe driving it anymore, because i am soooo scared it is going to break down again. that is sad, considering it only has 82k miles on it. oh well, im shopping foreign now!! my husband has an 83 f150 that runs like a dream. what happened ford? ya just dont make em like ya used to, do ya?? im am still wondering if one is an ashtray

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  ok car - 1998 Ford Contour
  By sfawcett2003 - July 11 - 2:00 am

  a lot of things have went wrong on the car. it gets u from point a to b and sometimes c however. i would not recomend buying this car unless it is the only thing in ur price range.

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  Nothing but trouble - 1998 Ford Contour
  By jelly - June 24 - 2:00 am

  Had the car for two years and have had nothing but problems. Average money put into the car in two years : 3000 $. new transmission, tires, engine, battery, and O2 sensors that were suposed to fix the check engine light but its still on from 6 months ago. Runs badly in the winter, barely starts. Cant wait to sell it. Oh and to make a copy of your key will set you back about 150 dollars!

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  Good handling but under-powered sedan - 1998 Ford Contour
  By grtgrfx - June 12 - 2:00 am

  Bought used as an end-of-lease car from dealer, and it had high mileage. This car was the GL but with the Sport package (tach, leather wheel, 15" aluminum wheels, sunroof, fog lights, better suspension, etc.). I put 17" wheels and performance tires on, and handling increased dramatically. Its always been comfortable inside but lacks the power that the V6 engine provides. If I did it again, Id go for the SE or SVT models. The sunroof had a $10 plastic gear break, resulting in a $2,500 repair bill (warrantee, thank God). Warning lights do come on intermittently and theyre hard to diagnose (check engine and air bag on mine).

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  GREAT CAR!! - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Bobram67 - April 15 - 2:00 am

  This is a great car. Best one Ive bought.

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  98 Contour - 1998 Ford Contour
  By smedley007 - January 12 - 2:00 am

  Car runs great... is flawless performer.

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  Satisfied - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Fordman - January 7 - 2:00 am

  So far we have had no problems. We bought used and I was a little apprehensive at first, but now I am extremely satisfied with the Contours performance. My wife normally drives it and likes the creature comforts, but I like the way it handles. The engine has more acceleration than I anticipated. Too bad they stopped making it.

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  98 contour GL 4cylinder - 1998 Ford Contour
  By ron1234567 - January 6 - 2:00 am

  bought it at 72,000 runs STRONG! turning and suspension are great, gas mileage is ok, plenty of trunk space for subwoofers, drivers seats feel fine