1981 Ford Laser GL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Paid $100, I should make $1000 profit"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I bought the car for $100 I was told it had a leaking head gasket. After assessing the car I discovered that it was the water pump. For now. Following the water pump I replaced the points, plugs, leads, rear wheel bearings, CV joint boots, radiator flush and a good tune. Six months of driving caused the head gasket to blow and the head to crack. My best option was to replace the engine with a standard KA sport engine, single carburetter.
Now with TLC my car gets me from A to B and then to C and D.
General comments?
The four speed gear box is the only downside. Fast, zippy and great in the mud.
A bit uncomfortable due to 22 year old seats.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 sport Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 155000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 222000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Laser |
| Date of Entry | 26th March, 2003 |