1989 Ford Festiva Basic review from North America
"The best $500 I've ever spent"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The tie rods on the front drivers side slipped out of joint in December 2003. This is the only problem I have had with this car so far.
General comments?
I love my little "Easter Egg." Our kids make fun of it, but it is the best.
I get 43mpg and drive her 300 miles a week. It is the commuter car for me to take back and forth to college.
I only paid $500 for it, and only put $9.00 a week in gasoline. A good thing since gas is so high right now.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3L 2bbl. carb Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 156000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 29th February, 2004 |