Since I seem to be one of the few in defense of Ford, I've had my Mystique for almost 130,000 miles (bought it new), ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS, nothing replaced other than regular maintenance items. Still running the original waterpump. Original Goodyear tires lasted 40,000 miles, replaced with Michelin, and they lasted 67,000 miles. Front brake pads replaced at 105,000 miles, still got the original rear pads. Still got the original hoses and belts. I have the dealer do routine service religiously, even oil changes (the deal the dealer gives me is cheaper than doing it myself). In all honesty, this is the most troublefree car I've ever owned. Yeah, I know I don't hot-rod it, and that helps its longevity.
