Ford Fiesta 1999

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Was reasonable in price due to 2 Years Free Insurance

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel efficient but parts seem relatively overpriced

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles well but does have substantial body roll

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Lack of power from 1.3 60PS Endura - E engine which Ford have now dropped from production

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Mechanical parts have lasted fairly well, however trim, body panels and electrical items have been troublesome

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Image rating has been improved largely due to addition of expensive optional Alloy Wheels

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Seats not very supportive, but ride is generally OK

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No Alarm fitted, has very good immobilser but make sure keys are well looked after, replacements are wallet abusive

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Exceptionally poor service with warranty claims, did not want to help when parts failed due to miss-maintenance by dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Rear nearside lights have been intermittently faulty, interior door handles, rear window faulty

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No