Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) 1.25 Ghia 16V 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not a lot, quite an anonymous little car.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Other than the reliability issues, they think it's quite nice.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, I'm sure I've just had a particularly bad one, but I've lost faith in Ford because of it. Nice car to drive, just too many problems.
What are you likely to buy next?
Something a bit newer and not a Ford. I'll probably go to a dealer too.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£600
When did you buy the car?
January 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was a good deal on paper, but it's cost me a lot since.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It seemed a good deal.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Engine's really nippy and it's comfortable at motorway speeds, handles and grips really well in the corners.
What's it like to park?
Easy, power steering and good all-round visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Loads: starter motor and battery went together, followed by the clutch hydraulics, and now there's a cooling system problem causing it to overheat.
What's most practical about your car?
Good space all round, good kit levels for the age.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Air conditioning and heated front screen.
