1989 Ford Escort Bonus review from UK and Ireland
"A fine budget runabout -- nothing more"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear coil spring broken.
Rear suspension wishbone rusted through.
Throttle cable snapped.
Rotten boot floor and wheel arches.
General comments?
Well this is my third Mk3 Escort, and this one must rank as the most reliable of them all. Even in -15C temperatures, the engine kicks into life first time. Apart from oil changes and routine maintenance, it's given me very little trouble. It is a friendly car to run around in, if a bit basic.
Performance is not much cop, and the engine sounds like a load of bolts being shaken in a tin can, but it's a Ford, and that means dirt cheap spares and low running costs, and at the end of the day that's what matters.
My main gripe is rust. This car will be heading for the scrap yard within the next year; this is the rustiest Escort I have ever had. What is it with European Fords in the late 80's? They disintegrate if the weather man even mentions rain.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 HCS Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 77000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 102000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 19th March, 2001 |