1981 Ford Escort GL review from UK and Ireland
"A great family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Heater failed at 59,000 miles.
Car became very rattly soon after I bought it.
Driver's door handle fell off at 70,000 miles.
Interior became increasingly damp during final few months of ownership.
General comments?
Comfortable, reliable, economical and good to drive.
As comfortable as a lounge at Buckingham Palace and would go to the moon and back on a tankful of fuel without breaking down. Handling and performance excellent for a 1.3 engine.
Bought for £1,250 when it was seven years old. Two years later I sold it for £750 and I can honestly say that it was a bargain.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1990 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 55000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 81000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 26th December, 2005 |