Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Si 5d (1996/N) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Bought for £2000 with 64,000 miles in mint condition.
Costs
Not too bad. Parts can be expensive, though.
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On the road
Driving
Smooth and comfortable.
Performance
Could be faster, but still good. I have driven it at 123mph.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems if looked after with regular servicing.
Image
I've added a few exras skirts. ST24 bumper can look good.
Comfort
Very comfortable. Nice bucket-like seats.
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Security and Service
Security
Not very good. Alarm faulty. Get a cat 1 or cat 2 for peace of mind.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Still as quiet as a mouse. No problem at all.
Other
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