Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8D L 5d (1993/L) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Not really worth anythnig.
Costs
Excelent on fuel, but I have spent loads on repairs.
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On the road
Driving
Not an easy car to drive, mine has no PAS.
Performance
Very slow to start, but good on the motorway.
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Living with it
Reliability
A problem every month.
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Common.
Comfort
Not uncomfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Very easy to break into, but mine has an alarm.
Service
Not used dealer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Camshaft broke at 102,000 - very expensive repair bill (£700). Tappets noisy.
Other
Fuel injector pump has just started to leak, but I would rather drive it into the canal before I repair it.
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