My wife drives our Contour pretty normal (i.e., non aggressively). Our WP failed at 39000 miles and was built in the US.

Also, although the CEG is an "enthusiast group" by name, I don't think that ALL of the members are enthusiasts. Some of us are just trying to learn how to fix our cars, and save some money while we are at it.

So far, I have replaced the cabin air filter, AM/FM/CD radio, serpentine belt, passenger power window regulator, and spark plugs. This weekend I plan on replacing the crankshaft pulley.

I think that it is great that there is a place that I (and others) can go to and learn about the hidden art of car repair.

1996 Contour SE Sedan 4D (Royal Blue)
Duratec V6 2.5L 24-valve DOHC
Automatic
75,000 miles
No Mods (unless you call the DMD a mod)
Replaced EGR valve (gunked up), EVR (EGR VR), PCV valve, and evaporative emissions hose (cracked).