Ford Fiesta (1999 - 2002) 1.6 Ghia 5d (2001/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Being the top trim I feel it says I'm a bit more responsible and like to spend that little bit extra.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Loved it! Was a sure improvement over the old one (Daewoo Matiz). The leather seats where lovely and comfy and were quite easy to clean too, only issue being usual leather issues: hot in summer, cold in winter.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. Only problem I have had is the clutch and to my knowledge it was the first one at 83,000 miles. Doesn't seem to bad. Also not too bad in the snow!

What are you likely to buy next?

I am going to go for a Skoda Fabia Elegance. Same power as the Fiesta but will last a lot longer and will be more fuel efficient. Easily chipped for the same power as the vRS.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£640

When did you buy the car?

May 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a good deal because someone had moved out and left their car to sell just for extra cash. All it needed was taxing and job done. Great deal!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I purchased the car as it had been well looked after, was the top trim model and has the same engine spec as the Zetec S.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and honest.

What's it like to drive?

Pretty good. Nippy when it needs to be but not sure how great it would be on motorway runs. Generally in 5th sticks at 3,000rpm at 60mph, not the best thing for fuel.

What's it like to park?

Nimble and fairly easy. With it being a 5 door it doesnt mean huge front doors so quite easy to get in and out.

Have you had any problems with the car?

The only issue being the clutch as apparently it is the same one as the 1.25 and can't handle the extra power as well.

What's most practical about your car?

Small and nippy! The boot isn't too bad either. With the seats folded down managed to get a new set of wheels and tyres in the back no problem.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated windscreen! Brilliant in the winter, press the button within seconds and it's clear.