1995 Ford Escort LX review from North America
"Lemon!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New Radiator 2 days after I bought it
CV joints a few months later
Alternator and belts a few months after that
Linkage on the gears progressively became very very sloppy, often not allowing me to go into reverse or first gear.
Soon after the connecting rod on the engine blew, I replaced the engine
Then the tie rod about a month after the engine
Most recently the transmission went and the rear strut is in need of being replaced.
General comments?
I realize that some ford escorts are really good and don't break down that often.. but man I definitely got a lemon.
Nevertheless, the seats are very comfortable and it is quite a fun, roomy little car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 210000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 19th October, 2006 |