When did we buy a 2005 Ford Five Hundred?

We bought a new Five Hundred SEL AWD October 3rd 2005 we drove it to 130k miles until daughter’s started to drive in 2011. It’s been by far the cheapest veh per mile we have ever owned! Middle daughter still driving it with 249k miles on it now. A few brake pads and tires Along with the upper engine mount and now 2nd spark plug change.

Is the Ford 500 a good car to buy?

The Ford 500 is a large and comfortable car and for its low mileage it will be a very good car for someone in need of a good car but not very expensive. Read More Value

Is the Ford Five Hundred all wheel drive?

If you yearn for expressive styling, the Five Hundred’s conservative countenance might not thrill your synapses. Some drivers may have trouble getting used to the continuously variable transmission (CVT) fitted with the all-wheel drive system because its smooth and linear power delivery negates the familiar kick felt when changing gears.

What are the trim levels of the Ford Five Hundred?

The Five Hundred lineup has been reduced to two trim levels: SEL and Limited. Side-impact airbags and head-curtain airbags are standard on all models, while the front-wheel-drive models receive a six-speed automatic transmission. New options for the SEL trim include navigation, heated seats and SIRIUS Satellite Radio.

What makes a Ford Five hundred so reliable?

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2005 Ford Five Hundred owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Blower (fan) motor, A/C compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate control, refrigerant leakage, electrical failure.

How many times has the Ford Five Hundred been recalled?

The 2005 Ford Five Hundred has been recalled 3 times by NHTSA. View Recalls Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead.

Can you buy a new five hundred SEL AWD?

Yes | No We bought a new Five Hundred SEL AWD October 3rd 2005 we drove it to 130k miles until daughter’s started to drive in 2011. It’s been by far the cheapest veh per mile we have ever owned! Middle daughter still driving it with 249k miles on it now. A few brake pads and tires Along with the upper engine mount and now 2nd spark plug change.

What kind of seats does a 2005 Ford Five hundred have?

Description: Used 2005 Ford Five Hundred SEL with Rear Bench Seats, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Power Driver Seat, Fold Flat Rear Seats. Fair Deal! Accident History: This vehicle has 0 reported accidents. Number of Previous Owners: This vehicle has multiple reported owners.

A common fault for 500s. Ford compressors aren’t the best on the road. Love the car. Roomy and quiet. Huge trunk. At this age I will trade before repairing. Averaged about 26mpg combined driving. Does recommend this car!! 27 out of 27 people found this review helpful.

What’s the odometer on a 2005 Ford Five Hundred?

MOYER NISSAN is proud to offer this. 2005 Ford Five Hundred Limited Odometer is 72760 miles below market average!

Is the Ford Five Hundred Limited an AWD car?

The electronically controlled Haldex system came over from Sweden as part of the Volvo P2 platform that underlies this new Ford. Overall weight is 3977, not bad for a whopper with AWD, and the extra 180 pounds could be responsible for most of the acceleration deficit relative to the 3.5-liter Chrysler.

How did the Ford Five Hundred get its name?

Deriving its nameplate from the ”500″ suffix used by Ford on the Custom 500, Fairlane 500 and Galaxie 500 model ranges from the 1950s to 1970s, the Five Hundred was the larger of two model lines intended to replace the Ford Taurus (the Ford Fusion being the smaller vehicle).

Is the Ford Five Hundred a rear wheel drive car?

The all-wheel-drive Chrysler 300–which we’ve yet to test–drops to 17 and 24, compared with 19 and 27 for rear-wheel drive. Apart from the reminder badge on the decklid, the Five Hundred’s AWD is mostly never noticed, certainly not in our dry-track testing. This car understeers firmly, consistently, and reliably.

Is there a filigree on the Ford Five Hundred?

No filigree. Instead of the fine, fussy details Detroit reached for back in the Iacocca era to lay on the simulated luxury, the Five Hundred has bold shapes that look weighty. The warm caramel and camel hues of the vinyl and leather are punctuated with frosty aluminum.

Is the Ford Five Hundred a good car?

The Ford Five Hundred’s biggest problem is the Chrysler 300, a giant hit. I’m a fan, but I question if the Five Hundred isn’t the vehicle with staying power.

What’s the problem with my 2005 Ford 500?

Finally after 7yrs. the AC compressor is leaking. A common fault for 500s. Ford compressors aren’t the best on the road. Love the car. Roomy and quiet. Huge trunk. At this age I will trade before repairing. Averaged about 26mpg combined driving.

The Ford Five Hundred’s biggest problem is the Chrysler 300, a giant hit. I’m a fan, but I question if the Five Hundred isn’t the vehicle with staying power.

When did we buy a 2005 Ford Five Hundred?