1990 Ford Escort XR3i review from UK and Ireland
"Straight smooth roads are a rare pleasure"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bodywork, electrics, brakes, cold start valve, continuous adjustments to tracking, shreds front tyres and brakes even when driven gently.
General comments?
Open topped versions gave this car some glamour but I have found it to be a straight line rocket, fantastic at traffic lights but wobbles round corners with less security than a lost wallet. On a racetrack this would be OK but real roads have real bumps and this car is too unsettled at speed.
Fun for posing round town but don't try and keep up with a real performance car on the open road!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | EFi Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 1 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 67000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz 190E |
| Date of Entry | 29th July, 2000 |