When I first got the car it had to have the following done:
Bottom Brackets.
Oil Change.
2 New Tyres on the front.
Wheel Alignment.
After this it was running OK. However the Starter motor has packed up. Gearbox Bearings have worn and need replacing. Oh and the clutch has just about died.
Not a bad car, feels strong and well put together unlike my last car (Citroen AX GT). It's quick, but it doesn't feel it unlike my AX, the power is very smooth.
Doesn't handle very well too, although it probably just needs some stiffer springs.
The brakes are very good on it, ventilated on the front, but drums on the back, not very nice to look at with alloys on!
MPG is good about 100 miles on £10.
A good review; I have owned my XR2i for over a year now and they are very good cars. It is a safe bet to Waxoyl the car as rust can occur with these older Fords and when it does it is very difficult to get rid of.
The CVH engine is a bit weak and needs oil changes every 3,000 miles ideally with fully synthetic oil. Overall a good and entertaining car.
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