wpr@aluxe.UUCP (REIDINGER) (11/19/84)
Having just purchased a 1984 Mercury Topaz, I am interested in hearing from others with the same car. Aside from the poor dealer-air installation, I find that it "aint bad for a Ford". Except for a list of minor annoyances (very poor sun visors, annoying shift light, insufficient travel in the front suspension - it bottoms out in rather small ruts in the road), I find the car nice to drive. Steering is responsive, and brakes are excellent. Before break in I found the engine rather sluggish, but it seems to be improving with mileage. I am still disappionted with the fuel mileage, however -- getting around 22 with a 5-speed, while I get 27-29 with a VW Dasher. Any comments or info will be appreciated. Reply on the network, or send to aluxp!wpr