Originally posted by Kremithefrog:
The zetec is easier to work on, and possibly more reliable, but it's gutless. There have been some duratecs on this site that have outlasted everything. If you look, and are possibly willing to travel a little bit, you can find what you're looking for. I drove 300 miles for my svt and back, but it's worth it (and it didn't cost much more than what you're looking to spend).



I've purchased a 3 ATX Contiques, each of them for under 3K and I did have to travel. The V-6 power is definately worth the hassles of the cramped engine bay. The '99 Zetec I got was in especially great cosmetic condition, the engine had a few minor issues that have since been taken care of (intake manifold air leak).

I am also going to be looking for another Contique in great cosmetic shape, and I don't care if it has a good engine/tranny in it. I just need sup'm that looks nice.


Must be that jumbly-wumbly thing happening again.