Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Got it cheap, parts are peanuts.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good on fuel if driven with care.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Highly stable at all speeds, but meant to plod along (not race).

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ha ha. Goes to 60 by the end of your journey.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never had a problem.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looks very good when tarted up slightly. Still better than all the new cars which look the same.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Dead light and easy to drive. Seats are ok for an hour, but no more. A relaxing drive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Fit a top class immobiliser and a Disklok.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Acceptable.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Naff build. I've completely rebuilt mine and its fine now.

    Other

    Change your oil very regularly, it makes a hell of a difference!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes