1985 Ford Tempo GL review from North America
"Long live the Tempo!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There was a problem with the computer when the car was new, causing it to stall for no apparent reason. That has since been replaced. There was a hole in the headgasket when it was new, however Ford would not honor the warranty for one reason or another. I couldn't be happier about that because it's still there, but the car still runs.. some things are better left alone. The brakes have been replaced, and the air conditioner conked out in 1998. The heater coil has been replaced twice, and the muffler has been replaced 6 times (The car does not move enough to preserve these parts).
General comments?
The Tempo is stereotyped as a lemon, however it doesn't need any more special treatment than other cars.
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| Underestimated vehicle with nothing to prove. A great first car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1985 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 15 miles |
| Most recent distance | 54000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd July, 2000 |