1986 Ford Escort LX review from UK and Ireland
"Total rubbish"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Everything.
Head gasket.
Cylinder head.
Gear box.
Drive-shafts.
Suspension.
Starter motor.
Alternator.
Piston rings.
General comments?
A right heap.
Falling to bits at two years old.
Rusting very badly.
Biggest load of rubbish I ever had.
Will never get another Ford.
The Dagenham Dustbin.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1991 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 21000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 45000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Viva |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2001 |