1987 Ford Escort XR3i review from UK and Ireland
"Good cheap fun!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering rack.
Hydraulic tappets and crank shaft.
Valve stem oil seals.
Front bottom arms.
Brake discs.
Clutch.
Exhaust.
Crankshaft oil seal.
Noisy fuel pump.
General comments?
I find the car very reliable. It requires constant attention to keep in good order.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6i petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 72000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta XR2 |
| Date of Entry | 19th September, 2000 |