1985 Ford Escort XR3i review from UK and Ireland
"Boy Racer, grown old. Like me!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the disk brakes after a couple of heart stopping moments.
Wiper switch suspect, I expect the light switch to burn out soon.
Replaced the seats as the paddings was long gone in both front seats.
Replaced a few hydraulic followers.
General comments?
No where near as comfortable as the MK4 XR3i.
German built, Original battery tray!
Nervous handling on all, but the perfect roads. (not many of them around)
Noisy and uncomfortable.
GREAT FUN to drive!!
On that good bit of road, NOTHING would go round the corner faster!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Injection Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 1 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 20th December, 2004 |