2001 Ford Fiesta Zetec S review from UK and Ireland
"Excellent handling and lovely engine. Poor build quality though"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers seat cover looks like it's coming away near release handle.
Rear window leaked and had to be fixed at Ford dealer. Door seals sometimes let in water in heavy rain leading to wet passenger seat.
Radio keeps switching off, airbag light has come on, odometer display keeps going off and returning.
Creaking from n/s front suspension. Metallic clicking noise going over speed humps.
Fog lights mist up at front.
Dealers are useless and not interested in fixing car.
General comments?
A cracking little car if not a bit too small in the rear. What a shame the build quality (in particular the suspension and electrics) is so poor and the dealers couldn't care less.
Build quality not a patch on the Focus.
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| An all round nightmare |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 1900 miles |
| Most recent distance | 37500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Orion |
| Date of Entry | 24th December, 2003 |