Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec 3d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Ok but don't buy old or high mileage. They don't last well.
Costs
Problem after problem. 87000 mls, 5 1/2 yrs old, £1500 spent in 6 months.
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On the road
Driving
Holds the road well, not too much lean in corners.
Performance
Pulls away quickly but out of depth on motorway.
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Living with it
Reliability
Starts ok but rattles along. Clutch judder common.
Image
Fairly popular, better than some supermini's. Buy only with low mileage and stamped service book.
Comfort
Saggy seat on high mileage cars. Adequate room for a six footer. Interior doesn't wear well though.
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Security and Service
Security
No probs, immobiliser and locking alloys standard.
Service
Very expensive - needed fixing regularly.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems at all, good engine if nothing else.
Other
Makes a range of knocking and rattling noises.
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