1989 Ford Escort GT review from North America
"Great car for anyone, any age, any sex. Always surprises waiting for you in a Ford Escort GT"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch went out at 98,000 miles.
Starter switch fried at 105,000 miles.
Replaced windshield at 106,000 miles.
Brake pads replaced at 106,000 miles.
New paint job at 99,000 miles.
New tires at 105,000 miles.
New exhaust at 97,000 miles.
Lowering kit at 100,000.
General comments?
This car is unbelievably fast and doesn't wait around for others.
Very reliable and clean running if taken care of right.
Interior could use some changes, but everything worked very well.
Not owning the car for very long, I enjoyed it more than any other car I've ever owned.
I drove the car for a little over 7 months and put a lot of money into improving it, although never fails that something happens after you do it; I totaled the car on February 2, 2005.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 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 | 86000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 107000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Rabbit |
| Date of Entry | 4th April, 2005 |