1988 Ford Scorpio review from UK and Ireland
"Luxurious motoring at a bargain basement price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starter motor packed up at about 113000 miles.
Some things don't work IE: electric rear seats, rear windows, and heated screens.
I can live with that, they are no problem.
General comments?
Extremely quick, I also have a sports car about the same age as the Scorpio, and the 0-60 time is only about a second better.
With the cruise control, it's the nearest I've felt to being a passenger in a car when I've been sat behind the wheel.
On a run, it will do 30mpg+, I am averaging 31-33mpg on a daily 110mile commute.
Extremely comfortable seats.
First car I've owned with an auto box, but very happy with it.
For a little over £100 it was a definite bargain, has already paid for itself.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9v6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 114500 miles |
| Previous car | Citroen Berlingo |
| Date of Entry | 27th April, 2003 |