Ford Escort Hatchback 1.6 Finesse 5d (1999/S) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Lots of extras because end of line product.
Costs
Low insurance, for a teenager like me. Quite new so dont know about parts/labour costs.
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On the road
Driving
Quite roomy. Desent driving seat.
Performance
For a 1.6 should be better. A bit sluggish at times.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems so far, apart from not starting once in winter.
Image
Looks dated now compared to its new rivals.
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Security and Service
Security
Not bad. No alarm.
Service
Couldnt find little problems with the car.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sometimes a good perforance sometimes quite bad.
Other
Rattles in the cabin.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes