1998 Ford Ka 1 review from UK and Ireland

1 day after picking up the car the drivers door lock seized up and needed replacing, dealer did this under the warranty.

A day later the back wiper only worked when it wanted to, again, this was sorted out under the warranty.

The boot latch is very badly fitting. Every time you went over a bump in the car you would hear a metal-against-metal rattling noise which is very annoying to say the least.

In the winter months the car started leaking water in. I got in the car one morning to find my local swimming pool had been re-located to the drivers foot well! The dealer did something with silicone sealent, but the next time it rained, once again I needed my speedo's to drive anywhere.

The drivers door rattled constantly and would only stop rattling if you drove along with your elbow against it!

17 days after the dealer warranty had expired I came back to the car after going to the newsagents and the car was dead. The lights came on on the dashboard, but the engine wouldn't turn over. The AA said it needed a new starter motor.

I've not long passed my driving test and I'd always wanted a Ford Ka. I'm so very disappointed with the car and I don't think I'd ever have another Ford after all these problems.

The day after the starter motor went I took the car back to the dealers and he agreed to do a part exchange on a Vauxhall Corsa. I just hope I have more luck with this one!