1989 Ford Tempo GL review from North America
"Indestructible!!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fixed wheel bearings twice.
Inner tie rod, outer tie rod.
Fixed ball joints twice.
Water pump.
General comments?
This car is a HAAS that won't stop running,256,000 going for 300K!!!
I haven't really fixed anything as far as the engine goes.
Never had a problem with radiator or transmission.
Leaks oil somewhat.
Can barely do 65 going downhill with the wind on your back.
I use it for work so I stop and go all the time, but the stupid things keeps going.
Gas mileage is not that great.
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| 1988 - Tempo GL 4 cylinder. 2.3 Liter alright if you do your own work on it |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 189000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 256000 miles |
| Previous car | buick skylark |
| Date of Entry | 22nd November, 2005 |