1989 Ford Escort LX review from North America
"Good deal for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I first got the car, the water pump was noisy when the rpm's were high and I can live with it and it doesn't leak so I still haven't got it replaced.
There is a leak in the window seal that gets the passenger seat wet when it rains.
The parking break stopped working at 70,000 miles after being used for 11 years. That is understandable.
The transmission could shift smoother.
Engine could be quieter.
Odometer only has 5 digits and after 100,000 miles it doesn't show the correct mileage.
General comments?
The seats are small, but comfortable enough for me, and the interior is a little too simple, but everything is easy to use.
For a small car, I was surprised on how well it handles well in snow and is durable enough to handle the narrow bumpy back roads.
The engine starts right up in cold weather and the heater always is warm after about 3 or 4 minutes.
The gas mileage is incredible! I almost get 30 miles to the gallon!
The air conditioner is always cold and lasted a long time (replaced in year 2000)
Speed control always keeps the set speed.
Transmission is good for 35 MPH and up, but gets confused and under that speed.
There are too many exposed screw ends and the automatic seatbelt are a hassle and are too loud.
No leaks.
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| 1989 - Escort LX 1.9 Automatic Reliable and affordable transportation that's easy to fall in love with |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 28th November, 2003 |