1980 Ford Cortina Basic review from Poland
"My dream car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Whole previous engine gone wrong - 1.3 in line 4. I've replaced it with 2.3 V6.
Water pump in 2.3.
General comments?
Great car. I drive it because I wanted. Probably will drive Cortina for few more years (50 or something ;)
Huge engine and rear wheel drive gives you enormous joy while driving. Despite it's 24 years it's still comfortable and quiet. Only handling isn't best I've ever seen, but that is I think because of old rubber in front suspension.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1980 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 220000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 230000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Citroen C3 |
| Date of Entry | 10th May, 2004 |