Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good value; cheap to buy, cheap to run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never really driven anything else, so can't compare!

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Need to take it easy round corners; reverse juddery.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    All three have been brilliant. Never failed to start.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not great, but better than the new Renaults!

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I';m 5' 10"; seats are fine, windscreen not too close.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Took me 2 hours to get in when I locked myself out!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket leaks a little, otherwise fine.

    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