Faults:

Exhaust replaced center and back box, noisy diff replaced.

Electrics could be funny but worked most of the time.

Slight oil leak, nothing serious.

General Comments:

Another underrated executive car from the 1990's, the Granada of the final generations was excellent. The car was nice to drive and very comfortable.

2.0 with the auto was not fast, but was good enough for me at the time. This did a solid 35 mpg, impressive for a larger car from the time period.

Ghia model was well equipped but not top of range; I believe that was the Scorpio model, but the car had enough for me.

Quite impressive to drive despite the lackluster performance - getting the rear to step out in the rain was easy, nice slow and predictable handling, but only for those who know exactly when they are doing.

Only sold it because I had moved on the a Vauxhall Senator 24v, faster car in every way. There was a Granada Cosworth however that is apparently that car's equal, but I have never drove one of those.

Faults:

Faulty hand break leaver.

Leaking gear box gasket.

Wiper motor.

Various electrical problems including fuse box (due to water damage) stupid place to pit it.

Faulty starter motor.

General Comments:

This car was bought at a right bargain, at only £90. So therefore cost of putting it right wasn't so bad.

With electrics a problem, but sorted after a few weeks hard graft on this supreme motor was a dream to drive.

Also with so many different toys you could open your own toy shop, there is electric heated seats, air conditioning and cruise control.

Basically electric everything.

It's the most luxurious car for it's money and power to boot.

Super fast, super reliable, super value for money.

Faults:

Clutch cable at 210,000.

ABS problem at 200,000, cutting in when braking at walking speeds but it was only dirty sensors.

Head gasket at 180,000 - so who's complaining!

General Comments:

Wonderful ride, brakes, steering.

Quiet and effortless progress. Still brisk enough when asked in normal A & B road conditions, but amazing on motorways at 70+. Feels so safe.

Consumption getting down to low 30s overall, but, again, who's complaining?

Passengers love it as much as I do.

Never been garaged so bodywork not pristine. Rusting arches.

I only wish I could find this engine in a current car eg Rover 75.

Faults:

Exhaust blowing on purchase.

Brake pads always wearing out.

Central locking goes haywire in the wet.

Rust on rear wheel arches.

Radio stopped working.

General Comments:

This car is the bargain of the last decade. The Ghia, Ghia X and Scorpio models have all the gadgets your imagination could think up. Being a Ford lover this new car supports my view. Is comfortable, fast, big, looks good; what else do you want in a car? OK, so it may be a bit thirsty, but if your easy on the right foot the on board computer happily shows up 30- 35 mpg. The auto gear box is smooth and forgiving. The power steering is light and responsive and overall the car is a pleasure to dive, and the thought of knowing your car is most likely much bigger and has more gadgets than your mates' always gives some satisfaction.