Overview & Reviews

Still smarting from that 1996 "redesign" that had many longtime Sable fans running to the competition, Mercury performed some minor cosmetic surgery in '98 to help soften the Sable's front end. This year's changes are limited to new wheel designs, a revised gauge cluster and interior console, as well as suspension alterations designed to improve overall ride quality. The particulate filtration system has been deleted from this year's models.

• With Mercury dropping its prices on all 1999 models, the Sable is an even better buy than last year.

• It offers no substantial advantage over the similarly-priced and not-as-weird-looking Accord or Camry.

User Reviews:

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  Great - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By Mercury Girl - December 15 - 10:00 am

  I usually drive about 300 miles a day, and with the Sable, I never get bored. Great performance, I feel safe, its comfortable, and reliable. I drove 2000 miles to North Carolina and back, and she made it just beautifully. I love my car, and with oil changes every 5,000 miles instead of 3,000, I never worry about being that poor girl broke down on the side of the road!

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  One Great Wagon - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By Stoggs - October 13 - 11:13 am

  This is one great, practical Wagon. The 3.0 24 valve 200hp engine is very powerful, handling is great, flat through the turns and I can get 7 people in it as long as three of them are children. Driving comfort is very good also. The climate contol is perfect. So far it been the most dependable car Ive owned. I highly recommend it.

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  Pretty Good - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By BK - August 29 - 11:50 am

  I bought mine 6 years ago with 28,716, it now has 195,000. The tranny can be hard to shift when parked on a slope, but it has held up. The cars engine is solid and has been no problem what so ever. The wipers go off every so often. I have had problems for the past two years with the fan not blowing heat when on high, maybe crud in the lines again. It can really be hard to get anything in that trunk opening and folding mirrors would be nice also. The car has had its share of problems with stuff that has failed but never all at once and only a few hundred bucks, nothing that would break the bank. Junkyards, good auto repair shops, parts stores and plus any maintenance I do keep it running.

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  99 sable great car - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By western mass - August 1 - 2:00 am

  We replaced our 1996 Sable with a 99 w touring package Nothing has needed to be fixed. Im picky and this car has been flawless. 200hp eng fun to drive, great in the snow.

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  The 1999 Sable LX, with full leather - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By G de Santillana - July 10 - 10:00 am

  I have had zero problems, none whatsoever, in the four years I have owned this car. It is solid, very comfortable, a good performer, and everything works perfectly. The only drawbacks I have noted: the car is a bit jiggly on rough pavements, and the engine (the DOHC) is sort of unrefined compared to the Camry or Accord.

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  Good car and fun to drive - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By Terry Francl - May 12 - 9:26 am

  Purchased the car used with 50K, now has 85K. Has 24 valve DOHC engine which is preferable and peppy. Gets low-mid 20 mph in commuter driving and mid-high 20 mph on road trips. Best mph has been 29 and worst 20. Good drive train and suspension, rides well on all road surfaces/at all speeds. Has a tight body but some moderate road noise. The only issue Ive had is with the rebuilt front disc brakes which is more of a parts supplier/mechanic issue than car issue. Great handling and fun to drive car. Bought it for commuting but found it was a good over the road car too.

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  Check it out. - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By Chandler - April 29 - 6:56 am

  Very reliable - routine maintenance done by dealer. When I bought this new, all of the features in the LS package (leather, ABS, Moonroof free), along with rebate and .9 financing - no other sedan seemed to compare. After 2.5 years, I am still very satisfied.

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  family man with 91k - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By Urbanrob - March 29 - 10:00 am

  I bought the car with 84k miles and Im impressed. The Duratec engine starts easy in the winter and has ample pep. I get about 22.5 mpg on average (after tune up), which could be better I think. Its comfortable, quiet and roomy. No problem driving in snow. Huge trunk but the opening could be bigger. Its rather susceptible to cross winds when driving at highway speeds but otherwise smooth and solid (no rattle). The heated mirrors clear ice/snow build up pretty quick. Plenty of room for 3 kid seats in the back.

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  Love It! - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By cdjoyful - March 20 - 2:00 am

  This is the first Sable Ive ever owned, and I purchased it new. After having a horrible experience with an Escort, I was very leary about owning anything of the Ford or Mercury Division. I love this car. The trunk is unbelievably large. The 24V DOHC gives it great zip and go. It corner great and handles wonderfully in bad weather. My only negative experience was having to replace both back brakes including calipers and rotors this past summer with about 40,000 miles on them.

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  Bargain, good all around car - 1999 Mercury Sable
  By TroyT - December 31 - 10:00 am

  First brake job @ 68K, oil changes every 4K, high mileage user, car keeps running like a charm. This is Sable #3 for me. This is the first to have problems, although under extended warranty. 2nd Transmission for some reason, never had problems with the others. Good gas mileage on the long trips, many times hauling a LARGE trunk full of "stuff" and 5 people of normal size. Great family car thats still fun to drive with 24V engine!