Good cars. My grandpa drove a 2004 Taurus for several years. It was his last car before he couldn't drive anymore. I drove it a few times & it was a pretty pleasant car overall. It was tan with a tan leather interior.
My mom had 1 of these 2003s skyblue. I had many good rides and great nights with it. It was decently fast enough and was a G in the snow great all around vehicle for north Canada
I have an 03 Taurus ses I'm not a big front wheel drive fan but the car was left to me by my grandparents it's been a great car that I've grown to like as I've drove it has 163 k and holding up well I'd give the taurus five stars would last a long time with good maintenance .
Yes! These are great cars.. and shockingly one of the best front wheel drive car is I’ve ever driven in snow, I don’t know how Ford did it, but I have passed SUVs no problem that were stuck in snow
@@winoscar The Vulcan engine must be engineered with quality as well it still runs great and has no leaks or oil consumption when a lot of cars would have valve guide seal leaks with age but Ford updated their valve seals after 2000 if I'm correct to the Viton type and they alleviated the issues and would probably last indefinitely with regular oil changes .
I've had two of these models with a combined 360k hard miles with never one issue. Most people don't change transmission fluid like they should which is why these can fail. Change the fluid every 45k miles and you're golden. Rust is the only thing that got to them
I bought a 2003 Taurus for my sister, the Buick she was driving was 20 years old and shot, her mechanic had one for sale, I don't live near her, so I was wondering about it, thanks for the insight...
I think I want to buy a car like this. I have a chevy aveo but it has needed a lot of mechanical help! I had a Ford Taurus with no problems before but maybe also cuz my dad worked on it....
My 2003 Ford Tauru has some problems. It smells like gas. I need to change the transmission oil and filter. I could feel the drop in performance and gas millage is horrible. I just changed the oil and spark plugs. Sometimes it won't start after I park it, I have to wait an hour for it to start. My electrical systems needs some work. I'm broke but depending on this car to get to work. Yeah I'm screwed.
Chris Lambert It was part of Ford's new marketing scheme to make all of their vehicles start with the letter "F", after Ford. Notice Focus, Fusion, F-150, Freestar, Freestyle, Five Hundred. The Five Hundred was also a full-size sedan as opposed to the 4th generation Taurus, which was a mid-size sedan. They used the same Duratec 3.0L V6 in your Taurus because it was proven and powerful. Although, the Five Hundred weighed in considerably more than the Taurus did, and its 203 horsepower wasn't as potent as it was in the Taurus. Couple that with the drop in sales since the previous Taurus, and Ford realized that their customers wanted the familiar and reliable Taurus nameplate. This is why the Taurus, based on the Five Hundred D3 platform, was revitalized in 2008 with a larger 3.5L Duratec V6 producing 263 horsepower. This reached the end of Ford's marketing scheme to name all of its vehicles with a word starting with F. Note the Freestyle became the Taurus X, and the Freestar was dropped altogether. As a side note, Mercury did the same thing with its model names in the 2005-2007 model year range. Examples: Montego (replaced Sable), Milan, Mountaineer, Mariner, and Monterey. Luckily the Grand Marquis survived unscathed. I hope I helped. Feel free to ask any more questions, I'm obviously a Ford enthusiast. ;)
Always get this car with the Duratec twin-cam. The Vulcan can go suck a duck. Otherwise, this is a great first car. And the 5-door wagon version is actually pretty neat, too.
I agree, I have an '03 SES Sport w/ the 24V and it kicks ass but actually dude the Vulcan isn't all that bad. My grandma has an '05 w/ the Vulcan and it was pretty peppy lol
mel276109 The Vulcan is good if you want an engine that lasts forever and is cheap to maintain. The Duratec is good if you want to do all of that, AND go a little faster.
I took my 2003 ford Taurus to get an oil change, while it was being serviced the associate hit the torque wrench into the starter causing a fire wires were melted, it wont start they are offering me $500 to fix my vehicle is that fair or should I seek legal advice?
Jeanette Lopez Go back and demand a refund and that they fix everything. Bring a male family member because, unfortunately, many automotive shops try and take advantage of women by overcharging/ lying to them when they're by themselves.
i jus bought a ford taurus 2003 and in which mode should we drive it .. there are two D's first D in a circle and just a D and then numerical one(1).. some one plz help me in which mode should i drive for long drives... thnx in advance
Sorry, but these cars are crap. Nothing but money pits. I own a 2002 taurus se and put a lot of money in it. More than I should have. Granted I bought it from someone who didn't take care of it, and was not honest about its condition. With all I have done with mine it still shows an engine light! It is a commute car if anything, and if the used car market wasn't insanely expensive, I would something else. But as the old saying goes, you get what you paid for. A cheaply built sedan by Ford.
+Alter Brook That's cause you're looking at the car upside down. If you were in America, or any of the right side up countries, you'd see that the car looks kind of cool. It has some great curves to it.
This car has everything somebody needs. Awesome!
Good cars. My grandpa drove a 2004 Taurus for several years. It was his last car before he couldn't drive anymore. I drove it a few times & it was a pretty pleasant car overall. It was tan with a tan leather interior.
I had a 02 that would.not die I died by getting wrecked cause somebody cut across 3lanes of traffic and Tboned me
Planning on getting one of these, only it's an SEL. Can't wait. I hear Tauruses are great cars.
I have this exact car. Its great.
My First Ford car 2003 Ford Taurus SES bought in 2008. Rust Repair Work done in 2017. THE SPOILER WING makes these models very stylish.
My mom had 1 of these 2003s skyblue. I had many good rides and great nights with it. It was decently fast enough and was a G in the snow great all around vehicle for north Canada
I have an 03 Taurus ses I'm not a big front wheel drive fan but the car was left to me by my grandparents it's been a great car that I've grown to like as I've drove it has 163 k and holding up well I'd give the taurus five stars would last a long time with good maintenance .
Yes! These are great cars.. and shockingly one of the best front wheel drive car is I’ve ever driven in snow, I don’t know how Ford did it, but I have passed SUVs no problem that were stuck in snow
@@winoscar The Vulcan engine must be engineered with quality as well it still runs great and has no leaks or oil consumption when a lot of cars would have valve guide seal leaks with age but Ford updated their valve seals after 2000 if I'm correct to the Viton type and they alleviated the issues and would probably last indefinitely with regular oil changes .
This model of Taurus is perfect
Wish they still made them like this! Great video!
I've had two of these models with a combined 360k hard miles with never one issue. Most people don't change transmission fluid like they should which is why these can fail. Change the fluid every 45k miles and you're golden. Rust is the only thing that got to them
Ford recommends every 30k just to be safe and I've been following that religiously cause I see sooooo many of me to out.
I bought a 2003 Taurus for my sister, the Buick she was driving was 20 years old and shot, her mechanic had one for sale, I don't live near her, so I was wondering about it, thanks for the insight...
I have a 2003 Taurus I love it. Just got it painted too.
This Car is actually more reliable than a Lamborghini
The Ford Taurus is Ford Crown Vic's brother :D
I like the seats that fold down.
One of the best reviews I have seen on RUclips.!
i have the same car good moter put money in to it a lot good running csr i like it hsd mine 6 years 85 k miles on her
I think I want to buy a car like this. I have a chevy aveo but it has needed a lot of mechanical help! I had a Ford Taurus with no problems before but maybe also cuz my dad worked on it....
they're tough cars.
My very first car great car to make memories in
I bought a white 2004 SES and it was a garage kept car 🚗 😁 i effin love it!!
My first car was a 2000 Ford Taurus
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
Nice Taurus is a great car
В супер состоянии! Super car for life! American Ford is very quality! Dream of drivers! Ford is legend car.
Awesome 😀 😀 2003 Ford Taurus review.
I got one in 2011. Replaced transmission and the ac we t last year. Gonna try to squeeze 3 more years out..
we have the same car, but an '04 in gold
😊😊😊😊love the car
Yes sure but may take some time to search for one but I will try to get that review for you
@camthegreat123 u made a little mistake.. 2000 - 2007.... In 2004 the redesign the tail lamps and the gauges
My 2003 Ford Tauru has some problems. It smells like gas. I need to change the transmission oil and filter. I could feel the drop in performance and gas millage is horrible. I just changed the oil and spark plugs. Sometimes it won't start after I park it, I have to wait an hour for it to start. My electrical systems needs some work. I'm broke but depending on this car to get to work. Yeah I'm screwed.
This generation lasted until 2007.
Only for fleet sales. The civilian Taurus ended sales at the end of 2005 for the 2006 model year. That made way for the FiveHundred.
Oh yeah true.
Fordguy1997 Why did they call it the FORD FIVE HUNDRED. It has the same exact engine in it that my 2005 Ford Taurus has in it.
Chris Lambert It was part of Ford's new marketing scheme to make all of their vehicles start with the letter "F", after Ford. Notice Focus, Fusion, F-150, Freestar, Freestyle, Five Hundred. The Five Hundred was also a full-size sedan as opposed to the 4th generation Taurus, which was a mid-size sedan. They used the same Duratec 3.0L V6 in your Taurus because it was proven and powerful. Although, the Five Hundred weighed in considerably more than the Taurus did, and its 203 horsepower wasn't as potent as it was in the Taurus. Couple that with the drop in sales since the previous Taurus, and Ford realized that their customers wanted the familiar and reliable Taurus nameplate. This is why the Taurus, based on the Five Hundred D3 platform, was revitalized in 2008 with a larger 3.5L Duratec V6 producing 263 horsepower. This reached the end of Ford's marketing scheme to name all of its vehicles with a word starting with F. Note the Freestyle became the Taurus X, and the Freestar was dropped altogether.
As a side note, Mercury did the same thing with its model names in the 2005-2007 model year range. Examples: Montego (replaced Sable), Milan, Mountaineer, Mariner, and Monterey. Luckily the Grand Marquis survived unscathed.
I hope I helped. Feel free to ask any more questions, I'm obviously a Ford enthusiast. ;)
You must no you never put them in gear wile the rpm is over 1grand thats how you gotta put a input shaft n converter well known
sounds like the 2001 chevy tahoe/silverado ls start up sound but high pitched
Clean
Always get this car with the Duratec twin-cam.
The Vulcan can go suck a duck.
Otherwise, this is a great first car.
And the 5-door wagon version is actually pretty neat, too.
I agree, I have an '03 SES Sport w/ the 24V and it kicks ass but actually dude the Vulcan isn't all that bad. My grandma has an '05 w/ the Vulcan and it was pretty peppy lol
mel276109 The Vulcan is good if you want an engine that lasts forever and is cheap to maintain. The Duratec is good if you want to do all of that, AND go a little faster.
I took my 2003 ford Taurus to get an oil change, while it was being serviced the associate hit the torque wrench into the starter causing a fire wires were melted, it wont start they are offering me $500 to fix my vehicle is that fair or should I seek legal advice?
Jeanette Lopez Go back and demand a refund and that they fix everything. Bring a male family member because, unfortunately, many automotive shops try and take advantage of women by overcharging/ lying to them when they're by themselves.
Just looking at your picture I can tell you're a little too nice. It's time to put your foot down
i jus bought a ford taurus 2003 and in which mode should we drive it ..
there are two D's first D in a circle and just a D and then numerical one(1)..
some one plz help me in which mode should i drive for long drives...
thnx in advance
Oh btw can you test drive it aswell thanks...
Can you do a nice and in good condition 2005 is 300 im looking to buy1 soon that will be a great help thanks...nice reviews btw
Was that an aftermarket sound system?
My first car will be a 2007 Ford Taurus se
Can you do how to connect your phone to the car please
Biased review. Especially from a Honda fanboy. Overall, great college car!
How to turn off the THEFT light, because it always slashes.
…..they run great as long as you keep feeding the squirrels under the hood...……..
The narcoz in mexico use a strong chili spray , or you can replace yo hoes . Usually they have a chemical that makes them bitter
Good review tho
I now have more respect for Doug Demuro 😁😁
Good for you.
Thanx :)
agien sabe q le pasa ami carro prende i en parquin travaja vien pero cuando meto el camvio ya no quiere caminas
The taurus actually lasted till 2006
Yeah I know
They did that with the Mercury Montego and the lincoln ls
+P0n1t13ss things Actually it was until 2007.
Love these cars but DAMN TRANSMISSION issues
Just_a_youtuber1991 change your transmission fluid like you should be doing you lazy ass
Never heard of trans issue on these. The catalytic converters will go after a while tho.
the transmission on these go out with no warning . big issue for ford they never addressed and might have cause someone their life
ty shu that was with the models before 2001. Remodeled it to get rid of that issue.
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This review is completely biased. This car seats more comfortably than a lot of your Chevy's and Honda's!
Lol I have same car and color
So, you're little Honda fanboy trying to copy saabkyle's videos... eek 😬
Sorry, but these cars are crap. Nothing but money pits. I own a 2002 taurus se and put a lot of money in it. More than I should have. Granted I bought it from someone who didn't take care of it, and was not honest about its condition. With all I have done with mine it still shows an engine light! It is a commute car if anything, and if the used car market wasn't insanely expensive, I would something else. But as the old saying goes, you get what you paid for. A cheaply built sedan by Ford.
Piece of crap. Dont get it.
POS
The most ugliest car that was imported to Australia! Ford Australia got this rubbish off the road pretty quick..
I dunno, I think it looks kind of nice.
Aside from those stupid door humps. I have yet to see a second or third-gen Taurus with dent-free doors.
+Alter Brook That's cause you're looking at the car upside down. If you were in America, or any of the right side up countries, you'd see that the car looks kind of cool. It has some great curves to it.
@@mozartfx1 lol
My first car will be a 2007 Ford Taurus se