Brakes wore very quick.
Transmission blew.
Engine blew.
The automatic seat belts kept jamming.
The car was great when I first got it.
It was a cute little car, with a stylish look. After I had the car for about 12,000 miles the transmission blew and then the engine at the same time.
I had to get rid of it because on a GT those don't come cheap. I'm getting a 1989 Ford Escort LX for my next car. I'm buying it for $250 U.S. dollars. Nice price and it only has 40,00o miles on it.
Sounds like a lemon or previous owner did not take care of the vehicle. We have owned our 91 Escort GT. for 12 years strait from the Dealer. Never any engine or mechanical problems. and runs strong with 136,000 Mi. now. I am very happy with the escort gt and for a 1.8 Lt. It has lots of power still and very gutsy!!!
I have had great success with my '91 Escort GT also. Reglular lubrication has kept it going and it has 150k/miles plus! The 127hp 1.8L DOHC in combination with a 5 speed manual gearbox makes it snappy. It has way more guts than a civic, though the suspension is stiff. The ride is very rough. I feel every little bump. The four disc brakes make cornering lots of fun. Hydroplaning or skids are rare. For a hatchback, it has a lot of features. Creature comforts include floor vents for the back seat and you can latch open the windows. The automatic seatbelts are a real drag. They jam often.
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