1990 Ford Orion GL review from UK and Ireland
"An old man's dream car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering rack replaced due to rattles, front struts due to snapped spring.
Rust appears overnight.
General comments?
Handles OK in a straight line, but if you want to turn a corner at speed, better get out and lift the back end round...
Rust on the back arches and in the boot, heavy on petrol. Other than that all I can say is, I've had worse cars.
ps. fit a fuel filter, the one in the tank is crap.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 88000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Astra |
| Date of Entry | 17th August, 2000 |