1986 Ford Tempo GL review from North America
"Excellence at its best!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The belts tend to wear quicker than I would like, but that isn't a problem. The suspension is finally shot, but the car has been through a lot, and regular maintainence for suspension is usually every 180,000KM and I am at around 250,000KM. The power steering pump is leaky. The cat is garbage, but who needs it anyways.
General comments?
This little car is a true gem. It is now 16 years young and still running great. Although it has had a couple of things go wrong they are small and part of regular maintenence any-who. The interior is in absolute mint condition and is extremely comfortable, and I am not comparing it to a park bench. I have sat in the new Seville STS's and the comfort feels just the same. The stereo has been replaced, but that has to be done in any vehicle regardless. This little Tempo is to good to be true, and I hope to keep it for many years to come.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1986 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 HSC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 250000 kilometres |
| Previous car | none none |
| Date of Entry | 6th April, 2002 |