2000 Ford Fiesta Zetec S review from UK and Ireland
"Ford have given credibility to the old adage, 'you get what you pay for'!."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Anti roll-bar bushes failed at 7000 miles.
Rattling from the dashboard.
Replacement engine.
Anti roll-bar bushes will need replacing shortly, 14500 miles.
General comments?
Engine has been irreparably damaged after it took in water from the air intake which is located behind the front skirt. It has now been replaced by my insurance company as FORD will not acknowledge any design flaws, but have confirmed that the car should not be driven through any more than three inches of water.
As one of the worlds largest car manufacturers in a highly competitive market, I find it absolutely amazing that Ford can produce cars that have such poor build quality. Recent advertising campaigns would have the consumer believe that reliability and quality issues are a thing of the past, however from my experience I believe that problems are ignored and not well published.
I have owned my vehicle from new and it has covered around 14,500miles in little over two years and yet I am considering replacing it for an older vehicle from an alternative manufacturer, as I am so disheartened and disappointed.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 14648 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 4th December, 2002 |