1987 Ford Escort GT review from North America
"Exceeded all my expectations"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel pump (loose wire tabs on pump).
Left front caliper (1).
TFI ignition module.
Starter (1).
Alternator (1).
Tie rod and end.
General comments?
I have only spent about $1000 on car repairs in 160K miles and 13 years. I didn't expect this from an economy car. A workhorse (hatchback) and very reliable.
Stiff suspension is jarring on bad roads.
Superb OEM Eagle GT tires made it to 99K miles.
Struts, clutch, brake drums, radiator, engine and tranny are original.
No engine or transmission work short of 60K mile timing belt changes.
It was never a solid 'one-piece' car like so many are today. Getting clunkier as time goes on.
Eats exhaust components.
Acid rain etched silver paint.
Some rust, but not bad.
Waiting for a $500 repair so I can get a new car. Focus ZX3?
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| Best Compact Car Ever Made |
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| Incredible |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1987 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9L Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 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 | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 16th July, 2000 |