Ford Escort Hatchback 1990

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheapish to buy second-hand.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Paid a bit too much for mine I reckon.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok, but that steering is heavy.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    So slow... I think I should have bought a turbo version because mine gets left standing by Mini Metros.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Mysterious electrical problems keep occuring.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looks the same as any other Escort... it's the engine noise that gives it away.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats are comfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Locks can be weak as are most Fords at this age.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheaper from the scrap yard.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very loud... sounds like a Land Rover... shame it's not as fast as a Land Rover.

    Other

    Electrics weak, mostly due to water leaking in. Rev counter not working. Engine cuts out sometimes due to another mystery electrical problem.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes