Wouldn't consider it normal, my cars start instantly. Try turning key to run, listen for fuel pump to stop and then start. If it starts instantly you may have a "retention of fuel pressure" problem.
98 Mystique LS v6 atx 110,000km
97 Contour LX v6 atx 125,000km
stock CD on LS, cass on LX
spoiler, tinted windows on LS only
4 wheel discs on LX only
All other available options on both
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