1996 Ford Escort LX review from North America
"Nice first car, but sell before everything breaks"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine died (3 Cyl - no comp.) at 156K
Timing belt broke at 130K
Check engine light on
Check coolant light on when car parked on incline
Seat broke at 140K
Rad replaced at 110K
Rattles after 100 kph
Speedonmeter waves wildly after 90 kph.
General comments?
Great car until 100K then in shop every couple of months
Hatchback great for carrying stuff
I liked the car, but should of sold it last year. Now it is worth nothing.
Comfortable even though I am a large person.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 3500 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 156000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 11th September, 2005 |