1997 Ford Ka 2 review from UK and Ireland

I brought my KA2 in May this year. Although it is 10 years old, it seemed fine up until now!!

I had to replace a new battery and a new alternator in the same week, as they both broke at the same time! I was told this would solve the cutting out problem I have every time the car comes to a stop, or when I leave the clutch down for too long, but it didn't and the car has broken down on me 3 times in a week!

I took the car back to the garage only to find I need a new clutch! My friend who has an older KA has had exactly the same problems, and they all seem to happen at once in a short space of time!

It seems that KA's aren't supposed to be used after 10 years, as this is when things start needing replacing and become expensive! I would not recommend anyone to buy an older KA as it costs too much when things start to wear out!