1989 Ford Escort popular review from UK and Ireland
"Good as standard, if you like being uncomfortable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering rack
front shocks
exhaust
exhaust manifold
dodgy petrol cap.
General comments?
When I brought the car, it was standard until I got home, when I stripped it and put Rs turbo bumpers and side-skirts with the Rs kit, full recaro interior, Rs turbo suspension and brakes, basicly everything from an Rs turbo. except the engine due to the insurance. but it now it can beat loads of more powerful cars in the bends, but on the staights ...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 hcs Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 95000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 96500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 29th May, 2002 |