Hi Guys,

Im the new owner of a 95 2.5 ATX SE Contour with 79900miles.

As Ive reviewed the service history from the PO , Im amazed at the repairs and the cost involved.

If anyone can post any thought, I would love to hear them.

Also after reading the forum , I see Water pumps are weak spots in this car, is there anyway w/o dismantleing to determing if the WP has been replaced?

The only things Ive done in the last week is fix the AC, the dryer was leaking, at a cost of 375.00.

Replaced all 4 belt moldings, 1 cup holder and drivers door weatherstrip along door opening Next on the list is a front end aligment.

Previous repairs that I have records for:

5/02 at 70K Replace 2 rear Coil springs
Replace Blower switch (fan switch not working)
Recall of fan fuse

After the above repair RR Speed Sensor went out, it was cleaned of rust chips , repair did not last , speed sensor was replace 2 days later symptoms were abs and traction ctl lights illuminated

8/04 at 76300 Replace 2 heated oxg sensor 255.00 +118 in labor
Replace RF Spring 70.00+118 in labor
Recharge AC and check for leaks, no leaks found 160.00
Replace serp belt and idler pulley 50 +50 in labor
Replace RF Tire


Any ideas why so many springs and those 02 sensors seem very expensive.

Also I notriced the milegae in 3 years the vehicle only has 10K.

Anything I should look at?

The body paint and interior are in awesome shape considering the age of the vehicle


Ken


Ken O 95 Contour SE 2.5 Auto