Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8D LX 5d (93) (1995/M) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
A bit dated now, yet still fetching high prices.
Costs
Cambelt changes aside, cheap as chips.
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On the road
Driving
Not a strong point, ride quite choppy.
Performance
Far better than you'd think, even the diesel.
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Living with it
Reliability
70k miles in 3 years- no worries!
Image
Depends greatly on colour, wheels etc.
Comfort
A little short on comforts, a bit too noisey.
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Security and Service
Security
Dead-locking a useful addition on most models.
Service
Shockingly bad service from some dealers.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sweet as a nut, due to religious oil & filter changes
Other
Consumed a box full of rear wheel bearings!
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