1989 Ford Escort XR3i review from UK and Ireland
"Old Skool, Cool or Uncool?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Severe rust around the fuel filler cap.
Water got into the headlights.
Engine ran on after the ignition was switched off.
General comments?
Lost my company car when I changed my job, and had this off a family member as a stop gap.
Although a bit chavy nowadays (maybe they always have been), I remember always wanting one back in the eighties, so this for me was a bit of nostalgia.
The XR3i is a good car. It is far surpassed in performance terms by newer cars, but it handles well and is a comfortable place to be. It is quickish, and the unassisted steering is not too heavy. The interior has dated badly, but that is part of its charm.
Only owned it for a year, but had great fun doing so. You can pick them up for next to nothing, and they make a great shed.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
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| Previous car | Ford Mondeo |
| Date of Entry | 25th May, 2009 |