1981 Ford Granada L review from North America
"A good low-cost family or work car that's cheap to fix"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starter, A/C, heater, radio and rust.
General comments?
Bought new, still keep it around as a backup. Has had no major problems and has been far less troublesome over the years than my wife's Hondas and Toyotas.
Comfortable, slow, okay gas mileage, and unfortunately starting to rust.
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![]() ![]() | It's just another grandma's car |
![]() ![]() | Blast from the past |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1981 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 200 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 1500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 86000 miles |
| Previous car | Rambler American |
| Date of Entry | 29th August, 2000 |




