1989 Ford Festiva Basic review from North America
"Excellent and reliable. I love her!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Battery replaced
axle replaced due to wreck.
General comments?
If only Ford still made these little cars... I really believe they quit making them because you'd never have to buy another one...lol. My dad got this car brand new in '89 and drove it over a hundred thousand miles over the next few years. Someone hit him in the drivers side going 55 mph and the little festiva only had a minor dent and the axle was broken...very sturdy despite the size. He gave her to me when my car died because he bought a new escort. I drove her another hundred thousand miles without ANY repairs aside from the basic oil change and brake pad replacement and such. She finally started getting too small for my growing family so I sadly sold her to someone. I see the little booger all over town still. Love this car and always will. PLEASE, FORD, MAKE THEM AGAIN!!!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 200000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 25th March, 2005 |