1988 Ford Telstar TX5 review from Australia and New Zealand
"A very fun and cheap Turbo car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A few oil leaks, but nothing that is not general maintenance.
Electric window switches are a real bugger... had to get second hand ones from the wrecker a few times.
General comments?
This car in it's standard form is enough to have some fun with.
If you throw a 3" exhaust, K&N filter, and drop the suspension 2" the car is quite quick (enough to blow the V6 Holden's from the lights)
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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 | 2.2L turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 140000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 201456 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Pathfinder |
| Date of Entry | 4th December, 2002 |