1988 Ford Tempo GL review from North America
"A good buy for a used car, just keep up on the oil etc"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
In order of replacement since Dec, 1998.
Alternator
Horn button
Water pump
Tie rod ends
Speedometer cable
Headlight switch
Also put on na ew front bumper and header panel because it looks better.
Replacing the rear metal after an accident (car would've been totaled, but is worth fixing).
General comments?
Drive 200+ miles, used a 1/2 tank of gas.
I spent $400 on this car when I bought it.
Spent maybe $1500 in repairs from Dec 1998 to Jan 2002.
I wish I had cruise control, but I CAN have it put on after-market cheap because the hookups are still there from the factory.
Change your oil every 3000 and check all your fluids, and you will be OK.
Also, if you have salty roads in the winter... WASH YOUR TEMPO WEEKLY!
The $5-$8 at a car wash now is better than rusting out the frame later.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Less reliable as the years were added on |
| A great performer for an economical car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 140ci (2.3L) unleaded Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 186000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 27th January, 2002 |