Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) 1.4 Zetec 3d (02) (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Boring, sensible, falls in with the crowd.

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

They liked it as its sensible.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, never. But to be honest it was a rushed purchase and not the right kind of car for me. Ideal for someone after a cheap runaround town.

What are you likely to buy next?

Have already. An MR2.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,500

When did you buy the car?

October 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yeah, car was originally £3k but bullied the dealer to £2500. also got new tyre thrown in as NSF was on 2mm.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Cheap to buy and run. Looked ok.

What was the dealer like?

Ok, like most dealers - best mates with you while your looking.

What's it like to drive?

One word - underpowered! most 1.4 kick out about 90+hp this one had 70. not good. Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 gives out 74. Car felt sluggish and asthmatic. Didnt feel great on corners either. Didnt buy the car for doing GP's in but having to thrash it through the gears to get it to move is crap for fuel.

What's it like to park?

Easy, thats all i can say on that one.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Handle for N/S door mirror loose and fell off. Seat handle for tilting drivers seat handle loose and didnt work. These are small and niggly, but the major one came when i was coming up a steep hill and the dash lit up like a christmas tree and car slung into low power - cars behind me nearly piled into the rear! Fault cleared when i stopped and restarted car.

What's most practical about your car?

Not much, its a city car.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Erm the electric windows? doesnt have much else.