I love it too, it strikes me as a much needed exterior change to differentiate the Merc from the Ford. Although mine is a '97 I still like the later models just a smidge better, because of the lights. I do so yearn for a Mercury Hood ornament instead of that badge in my grill. An idea for a mod perhaps huh?

J.T. 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 294ci V8. Custom CAI, headers on the way... 1997 Mercury Mystique Zetec ATX Deceased February 2006