1998 Ford Puma from UK and Ireland - Comments

8th Sep 2001, 08:16

"Nice car, shame about the quality"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Faulty tyres replaced at 10,000 miles. 35% credit given.

Ignition coil pack failed at 20,000 miles.

Battery failed at 3 years old.

Air conditioning failed at 22,000 miles.

Paint work (Radiant Red) fading badly on plastic parts.

Steering rack currently leaking. Estimated cost of repair £500.

Rear shock absorber now rattling. Should be replaced.

Sticky and noisy electric window winder.

Numerous body and trim rattles. Have given up trying to fix them.

Exhaust system now badly rusted and needs replacing.

Third gear now getting difficult to engage.

General comments?

An enjoyable car to drive although not particularly comfortable and rather noisy.

Rear visibility very poor.

Poor build quality has spoiled the Puma experience for me.


19th Dec 2001, 14:35

I am the writer of the review.

Just to add to my comments.

The car has just failed it's MOT test (Dec 2001).

Required replacement of steering rack and bushes. Cost £776.

This after 26000 miles.

A Toyota next time I think.

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