Hey thanks for the GREAT responses guys.
phd2be, wow another Vermont'er...go figure. Yes, I'm looking forward to getting one of these beasts...I figured in a straight line match the SHO would have the edge, but wasn't 100% sure...It's not really a big deal to me which is faster, but I was curious. My Taurus has a few goodies on it, and I'd like to add a few things to the Contour I get (if/when I do).
Ed98.5SVT,
1. I see your SHO is the newer bodystyle, so it's probably more comfy than my '92...I'd have to guess.
2. I agree 100%...my SHO is a 5-spd and I would not own one any other way. Kind of why I was limiting my search for a 2nd Generation, but hard to get a good one now...especially in this area.
3. My SHO has an aftermarket system in it, and some fool ripped the front speakers out so it sounds like garbage...In my case I would guess the Contour is better. I would also have to think your '96 is much better than mine.
4. Engine noise doesn't bother me too much...In fact I like it...gets a little annoying all alone during long trips, but not a biggie. Again, my SHO is the older one and has lots of noise in it, especially now after 160,000 miles.
5. That is great to hear.
6. Not a big deal...plan on adding a couple go fast goodies.
7. My SHO averages around 24mpg...maybe a little more on the interstate. I'm assuming the contour is as good if not better?
8. Really? That's cool too, but I wouldn't have guessed it. That is what I like about owning a "unique" car...sure, a lot of people don't know what they are, but the ones that do compliment them well.
9. Might be different with the year of my SHO, but either way, I rarely carry more than 1 passenger.
That was a great comparision man, glad you did that...appreciate it.
So is $5500-$5900 a decent price for the car I described above?
Will keep you posted on my situation.
Take care.
-Josh
