1993 Ford Fiesta Duet review from UK and Ireland
"40mpg after 69k but a real sluggard"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wishbone Rubbers
Sump Rotted
Exhaust Rot
Radiator Leak
Radio Light
Dashboard lights on heating controls
Battery Replaced.
General comments?
Seats hard-ish and could be better.
Wishbone rubbers not replaceable - you have to replace the whole wishbone.
1.1 is sluggish.
Engine rattly since new.
Duet model has no intermittent windscreen wiper.
Duet model has no cover on glove compartment i.e. it's just an open shelf.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 14000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 69000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin Maestro |
| Date of Entry | 12th January, 2003 |