Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Bought from a dealer - slightly over-priced, but was in good condition.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cost-effective, but high insurance grouping.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nothing special. Makes lots of little noises all the time. Awful without PAS, especially when moving slowly. Extremely poor ride.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    1.1 is very sluggish to get away, but can really go if you put your foot down.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Starts 1st time, every time. Only broke down once-dead battery.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Fun for blokes and girls, but starting to look old.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are like armchairs - very comfortable over-all. Heater is hot even on 1st setting!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Dreadful - no immobiliser, central locking or alarm!

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Really good - very helpful.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Dead battery once. Otherwise, ok.

    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