1992 Ford Granada Scorpio 2.0i from UK and Ireland

Summary:

My most comfortable car

Faults:

Mostly wear and tear, the car was looked after well and never broke down. Had an issues with a rough idle control valve which took my mechanic a while to solve, but it wasn't an expensive fix.

Oil leaks and rust in the usual places when I sold it in 2003. But it was still going strong.

General Comments:

Granada Scorpio - top spec, full leather interior, I loved this thing.

Looked like a big Sierra, but was aimed at more executive offerings from Germany. The Ford badge let it down, but inside it was as comfortable as any you want to compare it to.

2.0i petrol with the auto box did about 30 - 35 mpg on long drives and had decent power. I like driving it.

2.9i Cosworth was the one to have if you could find one however. Rare cars even back in the day.

I do miss cars like this. It's not just blind nostalgia - they really did provide excellent value for money and it was a much simpler time in the motoring world.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 4th October, 2026

1992 Ford Granada scorpio 2.9i V6 from UK and Ireland

Summary:

A high performance, ultimately luxury cruiser

Faults:

Gearbox plays up when cold, I don't know why it possibly needs reconditioned.

Steering wheel leather has separated from wheel probably because of the mileage although I think it a bit early.

Sunroof motor doesn't open sunroof either way, but I can here the motor working.

Boot lock sticks.

General Comments:

Theres only one word for this car FANTASTIC Ford went all out when they made this one.

An astonishing luxury cruiser that has all the power to make little boy racer wet himself.

Very little less power then a 2wd cosworth, but twice as luxurious and in my opinion better looking.

Mine has a set of 17s and twin chrome exhausts which makes it look the part and keeps the racing offers coming (but I'm always sensible and refuse)

One of the most comfortable cars I've ever sat in and has more toys than Bill Gates back shed.

Completely amazing and I would recommend this car to anyone even the queen.

A big pity Ford took cold feet in the large car market (just because some tasteless people didn't like the beautiful mk4 Scorpio)

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 1st December, 2003

2nd Dec 2003, 04:24

Well I'm one of those tasteless people then because I think that the mk4 Scorpio was ugly. and it only has 140/190hp that 2.9i engine.

3rd Dec 2003, 07:35

The 24V Cosworth in the mark 3 is 195BHP in the newer mark 4 it is over 200. This is a big increase on the 2.9 12v Cologne engine which can only manage 145-150BHP depending on the ECU version.

11th Feb 2004, 15:07

My buddy has a heavily modded 24v Cosworth Granada-J reg I think-with, and I kid you not,515 BHP at the crank!!!

29th Apr 2004, 08:10

I agree that the 2.9 Cosworth (24v) engine was somewhat detuned, but without VERY serious mods, (usually air intake, engine management, twin turbos, cams, conrods, crank, etc) you won't get more than 400BHP, even at the crank.

I have seen a couple with around 330BHP, but these were twin turbo mods with Emerald engine management.

I would like more info on the mods, as I have an option on a 24v engine at present.

In reply to 11th Feb 2004, 15:07

22nd Apr 2012, 09:31

What did he do to modify it? Mine's a 1992, and with standard tuning and stainless exhaust system, I'm pushing 240 bhp, with a top end of 140.

1992 Ford Granada Ghia 2.9 Injection from UK and Ireland

Summary:

A luxurious under-rated bargain

Faults:

Brake Disks (140000) - Just worn!

Near Side front Wheel bearing 140000.

Front Brake caliper at 176000.

Half Exhaust 198000.

The dashboard lights have a mind of their own no matter how many times I change them they just seem to light up when they feel like it!!

My only criticism of this car is the appearance of the dashboard - too much plastic. Otherwise, build quality is excellent.

General Comments:

Excellent value for money. I paid £1500 and have done over 100000 miles.

Body work is excellent without much attention.

Apart from heavy fuel usage, the car was extremely cheap on parts.

It NEVER let me down. The most reliable car I have ever owned. It's a pity Ford still don't make a car with this build quality. A much maligned car, I am currently looking for a newer model.

With 204000 the engine is still oil and water tight. I have never had to top up the cooling system.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 18th February, 2003