1994 Ford Telstar Radisich review from Australia and New Zealand

Have had the left CV joint replaced, as well as the left boot. Also suspect a slight leak into the boot (trunk) as some water collects around spare tyre. The back of the drivers seat popped off when the inflatable cushion expanded in the sun, and has not fitted well since.

This is (according to Ford NZ) the 'best selling limited edition vehicle in New Zealand' which seems to contradict itself. It is a standard 4 door Telstar sedan beefed up with 16 inch ROH Astron wheels (with Ford inserts) originally with Michelin 205 tyres. The suspension is firm 'Bilstein's all around and handles very well. The interior is light and clean, with a nice leather Momo steering wheel and gearstick. The seats are comfortable, and the driver has an inflatable lumbar cushion. It has a nice body kit, if a little bit standard. The paint is dark blue with a purple pearl - perhaps the nicest colour these came in, and looks in keeping with the newest colours available. It is moderately appointed, without Air Conditioning (not really needed in New Zealand - and this saves on weight). And of course it has Paul Radisich signatures on the boot lid, front guards, and steering wheel insert. All this is standard from the factory. More power would improve the car, moving it more from fast family sedan into the sports car area. It has been on the racetrack a few times, and handles well. The standard break give out too soon (even in road driving), and improved pads have solved that problem (and quite cheaply).