1989 Ford Orion Reviews - Page 4 of 5

Clutch self adjusting ratchet.

Starter motor.

Exhaust.

This car is basically an "L" but was re-badged as a Classic because it has a rear spoiler. The reason this was done was because the new shape Orion's were about to be introduced and therefore Ford had to get rid of the old crap by giving it a fancy name (Classic).

This car is what I call a plodder - it just keeps on plodding. It is extremely slow, esspecially trying to climb a hill, and is a bit of a bone-shaker.

The only good thing about this car is that it's easy to maintain and parts are cheap.

Engine breather pipes blocked, causing constant stalling.

Massive loss of compression in one cylinder, eventually leading to replacment of the engine....... ouch!

Noisey, rattly gearbox.

Rust.

Starting quite badly as car reached its tenth birthday!

Warped brake disc on the driver's side.

Passenger's window slower than the drivers.

Indicator reset worn out.

Minor body rust, new arches fitted.

Excellent car to drive, lazy drivers dream. Luxury when compared to my last car (Escort), with, of course, the added style!

Nothing major, only the odd new tyre and brake disc.

It's not a bad car, the 1.6 injection is pretty quick and smooth to drive but parking is a pain as it's like parking a tank. Also any parts are dirty cheap.

Alternator.

Starter motor.

Exhaust.

Fuel relay.

Wheel cylinder.

Brakes.

Fuel filter.

A very reliable car with just consumables going wrong, plenty of room and a decent boot. Performance OK and good for long distance (all over Scotland/Devon/Cornwall etc) and never let me down. Service the car myself so dirt cheap to run.

Never failed MOT and two spots of rust on rear wings, not bad for a car 11 years old.

Overheating. Although I don't understand how the engine survived. At first I thought the gauge was faulty as I had previously removed it to install white dials. On motorway jouneys the needle went all the way past the red line. After changing the thermostat thing back to normal and the roads are more enjoyable as I can give it some welly. Rear doors sometimes do not open with the central locking and occasionally the boot has jammed shut. Passenger side elecy window starting to slow. Arches all round generally rusted but this has been sorted as well as rust under rear window.

Love the leather. Would never have a car without it. Not so sure still about the wood even after owning the car for just over a year. Occasionally get asked what it is (1600E) and can they have a look. I'm considering changing the wheels to a more modern look. Also replaced the gear knob for a MOMO which has a more solid connection and makes for more enjoyable driving. Also may replace chrome trim along the outer door panels as they are beginning to fade. Other than that and the odd Ghia driver who thinks his/her car is top of the range I couldn't ask for more. Well a little extra power would be handy!!