1989 Ford Fiesta Popular review from UK and Ireland
"Fine for short distance runaround"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The gearbox needing replacing once it reached 80,000 miles.
The oil needing regular topping up.
Engine takes an eternity to warm up on a cold winters day, then takes ages to cool down after a hot summer day drive.
Thermostat needing replacing.
Lock connectors were worn, needing replacing. Seat adjuster cables snapped.
General comments?
This is an absolutely great runaround and costs very little to maintain and run.
Not particularly good for long journeys or high speeds. Car tends to struggle up hills and when there is a heavy load.
Perhaps an easy target for thieves, older Ford's are literally gone in 60 seconds.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 78000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th September, 2002 |