1989 Ford Escort Pony review from North America
"Good engined car with a crappy body"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Most recently the body has rusted so badly that the rear left shock has went up through the wheel well making it rub when I go around left curves or corners.
The ball joints are weak.
The drive-side seatbelt doesn't work anymore.
The speedometer doesn't work.
The odometer doesn't work.
Left headlight is dimmer than the right.
Hatch doesn't lock anymore and the hatch doesn't stay up by itself.
Floor boards are rusted through.
Heat doesn't work anymore.
General comments?
This car is sort of underpowered, but on the highway its still speedy. The manual transmission is definitely better for acceleration in this car.
Engine is in perfect running order even after all these miles. It doesn't use oil or leak anything and is still running strong.
I'm very pleased with the performance of this engine and transmission, but disappointed with the state of the body.
If I could find another Escort body and put this engine and tranny in it, it would be a good way to keep driving this car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 200000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 300000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Impala |
| Date of Entry | 12th September, 2004 |