1990 Ford Sierra GLS 5 door review from UK and Ireland
"Reliable and quick family motor"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Very few problems, only major expense was MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor blew causing the engine management system to go awry. Not a cheap part -> £150 from the main dealer and not the sort of thing you want from a breakers yard.
Other than that, just servicing. Engine needs a tune and the timing chain probably needs changing again (should be done every 50,000 on this engine).
General comments?
Loads of low end grunt, gets harsh over 4,500 rpm, still a quick car.
Good levels of equipment and comfort.
Not as good as Pinto engined cars for modifying, but 170bhp is possible for under £1k.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 DOHC EFi Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Talbot Alpine |
| Date of Entry | 7th September, 2000 |