Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cheap to buy. Hundreds out there. Like any cars, watch out for abused ones.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Minimal parts costs. Basic mechanics, so zero labour costs, if you're willing to get your hands dirty.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Okay for a 1.1, have to hold on round corners.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nippy round town. Awful on the motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Old. So, other than oil / filter changes, only fix things that go wrong. So far, just tires and exhaust... Touch wood.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No head turner. Then again, didn't buy it for that reason.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not ideal for high-mileage. Comfortable enough, though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    None. These are prime targets for beginner joy riders, too. Not worth fitting a fancy alarm. Steering lock is enough of a deterrant.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not worth going to a dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    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