Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8D Encore 3d (1996/N) Owner Review

Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
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Economy
Value
Ok, I suppose.
Costs
Ford parts vary in cost.
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On the road
Driving
Flat (milk floats overtake you).
Performance
See above.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ok until tensioners snap cam belt.
Image
Fair.
Comfort
Reasonable.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser.
Service
Parts not in stock.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cam belt snapped due to tensioner failure.
Other
Poor handbrake. Always needs adjustment.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No