1996 Ford Fiesta Encore review from UK and Ireland
"A good solid car, IF treated right"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine problems before the car was purchased.
Engine was a pain to remove.
Problems with Camm shaft including the loss of a Camm follower.
Causing the small metal parts to go through the filter and also ofcourse into the sub.
Engine was therefore scrapped and replaced with the better 2001 Ford Ka 1.3 engine, runs perfectly.
General comments?
Good little car, runs clean and tidy all round, nice interior.
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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 | 1.3 EFi Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 87000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 19th February, 2004 |