Ford Escort Hatchback 1.6 Cabaret 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap to buy
Costs
About 8 miles per litre, cheap to service, but not at the main dealer
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On the road
Driving
Good in town, great on motorways.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never break down, but I service it religously.
Image
Still looks great to me and to my friends.
Comfort
I am average size and I found it quite comfy, but to get in or out could be problem for taller people
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm and immobiliser are standard, once they try to get in it and the alarm send them off
Service
I bought it with one year warranty and the service was great and brisk, but after that I service it at any garage so it is cheaper
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cam belt changed at 50K miles, standard service
Other
Wear and tear stuff has to be replaced like any other car (exhust, some bolts, rear wheel cyl). Electric; I changed steering light switch. in general not much
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes