1979 Ford Cortina te Ghia review from Australia and New Zealand
"Pleasure to drive, very quick, comfortable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers seat stared to wear on rh side
gear stick kept coming out of g/box under quick gear changes.
General comments?
Excellent power to weight ratio
awsome handling esp. when lowered approx
2 inches
long trips a pleasure
Excellent visabillity from inside the cabin
faster than a 253 powered lh, lx torana.
Hard to change starter motor with extractors fitted.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1979 |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.1 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 147000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Cortina |
| Date of Entry | 25th January, 2006 |