Ford Fiesta 1.1i 3d (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
Cheap parts; get it serviced anywhere.
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On the road
Driving
Steering's a bit heavy in town and may wander on a worn motorway - I used fuel-saving tyres.
Performance
Play 'last away from the lights' - but it's better once it's rolling. Don't run the engine too fast for too long, or the tappets get clattery.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ok - but stall the engine when it's still freezing cold or you may be stuck!
Image
Unremarkable - so it gets left undisturbed.
Comfort
Comfy seat. I had it raised on 1 inch blocks, to see instruments correctly.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser and alarm (modified slightly by previous owner).
Service
Very variable. Ford franchisees changed.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Front suspension arms: bushes and ball-joints.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No