1994 Ford Tempo GL review from North America
"A good car at a great price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A transmission mount had to be replaced at a cost of $35 for the mount, $20 for the labor.
An ignition cylinder had to be replaced at 89K, cost $50 for the part and labor.
Regular oil/oil filter changes.
Minor tune up: $63.00
Other than that I've had to replace one fender and a driver's side turn signal lamp because a deer hit it.
General comments?
The car has been 100% great compared to my old Toyota, Nissan and Mazda. It isn't as nice as a Taurus but it is very frugal and is easy to work on. I've added a K&N Filtercharger to it to give it more power.
For the sound system I have a 6-disk CD changer, two kicker 8's and an amp.
Right now it's light blue but it will be painted later.
It's nearly fully loaded, with every power option. The only things that were optional and weren't put on this car are a V6 engine and a tachometer.
Recommended Reviews:
  | In spite of all that is wrong it gets me to work and school |
| Better than a Porsche 911 for most people |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 HSC 4 cyl Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 84990 miles |
| Most recent distance | 91500 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Tercel SR5 Wagon |
| Date of Entry | 1st October, 2000 |