1990 Ford Tempo GL review from North America
"A quite dependable vehicle if taken care of properly"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Obvious problems with this vehicle.
- Catalytic converter rattles like mad.
- V-belt tends to squeal non stop.
- Has an idling problem.
REPLACED.
- Rear brake drums.
- Serpentine belt (required it)
- Air filter (required it)
- Spark plugs.
- Battery connector terminals + and -
General comments?
- Accelerates great.
- Seats are comfortable.
- Has nice sound for a stock ford system.
- All electronics work great.
- VERY luxury like for a 90'
- Gets good gas mileage.
- Easy to do maintenance vehicle.
- Handles exceptionally well.
- Has minor oil around engine, doesn't burn any oil.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 ltr 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 43000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 44000 miles |
| Previous car | Acura Integra |
| Date of Entry | 18th February, 2004 |