Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value for small car that performs.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap parts, but drinks too much juice for a small car.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good feel. Handles brill when lowered 40mm.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not the quickest 1.6i around. (90bhp).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Brill really, but needs more looking after at 9 years old.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    15" alloys, dropped 40mm and 3.5" exhaust. Looks smart!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good seats, E/W, C/L and PAS make life easy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I've never tried to break into it if I'm honest! Crap alarm.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    C D Bramall excellent.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Spark plugs and leads changed twice, runs hot.

    Other

    Rubbish disks. Buy better quality vented to improve.

    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