1998 Ford Escort LX review from North America
"Would recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, well made car in it's class"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace the rear coil springs when I bought the car, the design of the lower mounts did not allow for proper drainage and the springs rusted through on the second coil. The springs were very easy to replace.
Also replaced the emergency brake cables and a couple of lights. emergency brake still would occasionally drag (weird?!).
Previous owner replaced the clutch at 100,000 miles, started to slip a little again at 165,000 however I used it hard, and it never went out the whole time I had it! was going to replace this summer.
General comments?
Car was very reliable, best car I ever owned!
Definitely not a sports car, but quite quick with the five speed, and gas mileage was between 36 and 37 mpg!!
Great economical, everyday driver!
Headroom was fairly decent, and interior was good for a car in it's class, but as with every ford I've spent much time in, the seats have no back support, and although well cushioned, are not great on long trips.
Everything worked great, and could use it hard without worrying about breaking it. (i would carry two mountain bikes inside the car, and use it as a work vehicle with regularity.
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| Okay car so far |
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| Reliable, sensible, economical and with basic creature comforts; BUY IT if you are on a budget :-) |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 SOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 165000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 202000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet S-10 |
| Date of Entry | 18th March, 2006 |