1995 Ford Escort Sedan LX review from North America

Power window buttons broke on all panels. Probably my fault.

Rear defroster button will not click in. You have to hold it in in order to defrost back window.

Air conditioning does not work well even after two recharges. Heat works like a charm though.

PVC Valve and cooling hose replaced at 120,000 miles. (Cheap and easy to do by yourself!)

If you take care of this car, it will take care of you.

The only major repair I had to do was replace the timing belt which lasted 100,000 miles (You are suppose to replace them every 60,000 miles).

It is very quick and turning is very clean at high speeds. It has great pick up, better than any Honda I have seen. But, if you have more than 2 people in the car, performance is not at all optimal.

The front tire wear quickly since all the weight is in the front 4 feet of the car, so make sure you rotate and balance the tires at every or every other oil change.

I hate the automatic seat belts. If you try to exit the car to quickly you might lose an ear or maybe your head.

Although it runs smooth on long trips at 80mph (3300rpm), I wouldn't try to have a cell phone conversation because road and tire noise is quite loud.

I love this car. All the above are the only problems this car has with me. It is very easy and cheap to fix by yourself.

Do not be surprised if you find yourself racing this car. It is quick and very fuel efficient.

Be cautious in flooded areas though. This car is very light so 2 inches of water can really throw you in a hydroplane.