1988 Ford Festiva LX review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear wheel bearings replaced a couple times (possibly due to hidden accident damage). Brakes and muffler replaced at reasonable mileage. Otherwise just regular service (including changing timing belt at 60K and 120K miles).
General comments?
160K miles on this car so far, expect to get at least 15K more. It's just beginning to show the age/mileage. Still runs like a top. Clutch/throwout bearing making some noises (prob. need replacement soon). I certainly could NOT have asked for a better ownership experience than this <$10K car has provided.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3L I4 |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Date of Entry | 7th February, 1999 |