1996 Ford Escort LX review from North America
"The best little car that could do anything it's bigger counterparts can do"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The Check Engine light is on since around 100,000.
Needs Emission Control Module ($25.00 piece).
Speedometer needles bounces like crazy above 65.
Drivers side seat belt won't work.
Front driver side axle and CV joint problems.
General comments?
Car is quick and responsive for a small car.
I have few problems as mentioned, but would not trade it for the world.
It is great on gas and gets me around tight hairpin turns even at 75 mph.
I prefer this over my van lately with comfort and gas prices and don't mind putting money into this car it is well worth having and fun to drive.
However when it rains you can't crack your window, it comes in like crazy and the headlights seem very dim when it rains or on a very dark night.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 85000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110562 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Econoline |
| Date of Entry | 6th May, 2007 |