1989 Ford Tempo review from North America
"Seems to be a very good car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fixed all the belts (normal wear and tear) Inner tie rod, wheel bearing, Transmissions getting bad, but I drive it easy and I think it will last.
Carbon build up and it would start when really cold, I add some stuff to the gas tank that's suppose to do the trick.
General comments?
Pretty reliable car so far. I've never added a single drop of oil to it besides normal oil change. It gets me where I need to go. I does shake a little when you get passed 65 and I wouldn't dare drive it over 70. AC doesn't work, never has, that's what windows are for. Overall I pretty happy considering I only paid $500 for it. Long live the TeHmpo Bahby!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 189000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 213000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Beretta |
| Date of Entry | 13th February, 2003 |