1989 Ford Sierra GLS 4x4 review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch started to slip, also a bit juddery so was replaced. Expensive as garage spent time on manifold downpipes [seized].
Broken front spring. New front discs at 70K.
All usual thing such as Tyres, Battery.
Have heard that water pumps don't last, mine replaced at 52K.
Last owner made a mess of changing the plenum chamber gasket so this was replaced at 60K.
F/O/S ABS sensor renewed after car skelped kerb.
Rear drive shaft required stripping and repacking with fresh grease. Exhaust has given no trouble yet but looks like it may shortly - 2nd exhaust since new.
General comments?
Grips like nothing else and is definitely worth hanging onto as nothing else Uncle Henry makes can replace it.
Would like to buy a late XR4x4 and keep as a possible future classic.
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| Engine and transmission | 2.9 V6 petrol |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
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| Date of Entry | 9th March, 1998 |