1988 Ford Escort RS Turbo review from UK and Ireland
"A real drivers dream!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Melted fuel pump relay (
General comments?
The majority of these problems are general wear and tear, but some are due to the fact that the car is highly modified.
The car used to be a show/sound off car so it is in immaculate condition, and it still turns heads at 16 years old!!!
The car has had the following modifications; Piper cam, ported and polished head, Scorpion straight through 3 inch exhaust, Chipped ECU, running 1 bar/ 15psi of boost pressure, Pipercross induction filter, bleed valve, Samco silicon hoses, Turbo XS blow off valve (very load), Nomad Racing boost gauge, Ebc brakes, 90 spec interior, bumpers and spoiler, fully de-locked, smoothed bonnet, Antera 145 alloys, Clifford full closure alarm, Toad Power key transponder immobilizer. To cope with all the extra power adjustable Koni suspension had been fitted, this greatly improves handling and stance of the car, but the ride quality suffers as the ride is so firm.
I would recommend one of these flying machines to anyone who likes a real driving experience and loves attention! If this isn't what you are looking for in a car, then opt for a Ford Mondeo or similar.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 1st February, 2004 |