Ford Escort Hatchback (1990 - 2001) 1.6i LX 5d (1994/L) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Value conscious ?

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Friends and family are happy that it does what it does. Bit cramped with 5 adults, 4 is ok. Jostly ride can cause passenger queasiness partic if i'm in a hurry.. Neighbours ? they get a lift too sometimes - not worried.

Would you buy this car again and why?

If the right one at the right price

What are you likely to buy next?

a van

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£640

When did you buy the car?

June 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

Well looked after 75,000m with FSH. possibly because of a weird electrical problem - see below.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Versatility of a 5 seat,5 door hatchback - Cheap ford parts.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Smooth power delivery - docile , no peaky power band. On normal 185/60 tyres is a roundabout scratcher with a bouncy jarring ride. Ride quality was improved by higher aspect tyres at detriment of cornering.

What's it like to park?

Wing mirrors don't give a very good view of curbs and difficult to judge where bonnet ends. Spoiler helps with rear view. With PAS can park in a gap about 3 feet smaller than i'd otherwise attempt in ANY car.

Have you had any problems with the car?

From first drive, noticed interaction twixt rear screen heater, foglamps. Then rear wipe packed-up. Cured by oiling the rear hatch hinges ! Clutch slip which got worse over 8,000miles, £150 for new one - didn't bother.. Nursed it ! Engine temp gauge stopped working but system was in good condition and never used water - Turn heater on to check !

What's most practical about your car?

Handy enough around town , can lug big 36" TV's and their stands.. almost a wardrobe.. Motorway cruiser - good versatility.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Power steering