1987 Ford Sierra L review from UK and Ireland
"Be very very careful when having the cam-belt changed.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A few niggles to start off with - needed new brake pads, which were cheap.
3 weeks and 1800 miles later, at 147500, the cam-belt snapped, despite only being (incorrectly one presumes) fitted at 146000. Got £400 pay-out though.
General comments?
A heap.
M.O.T was due very soon, and it needed £200 of welding so I suppose the belt snapped at the right time!
Swore I'd never buy a Sierra again, so my next car was... another Sierra.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 145000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 147000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th April, 2001 |