1989 Ford Escort GT review from North America
"High Performance Bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The air conditioner went out a year after I got it (1996), but I never bothered replacing it.
Usual wear and tear on breaks and tires.
My clutch and timing belt went out at one point, but I have no idea of the mileage (it didn't seem unreasonable).
General comments?
I absolutely love my 1989 Escort GT! For only paying $3,200 for it- I certainly got my money's worth. Although it has seen it's fair share of accidents and better days, this thing keeps running! I don't even remember the last time something happened to it!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 74000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2003 |