Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi Ghia (110ps) 5d (7 Seat) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Plenty of toys - fair value for money.
Costs
Eats front tyres every 15k miles (£180 a pair). Ford quoted £500 for 60k service including cam belt.
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On the road
Driving
Generally good drive, though you feel the weight.
Performance
Won't win any races. Good for towing.
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Living with it
Reliability
Air mass flow sensor went at 30k miles - car off road for 5 days.
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Family man.
Comfort
Good driving position and seats.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems.
Service
Ford pretty hopeless at getting new air mass flow sensor. Failed to provide rental car on time (warranty). Had to collect myself from rental company.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Air mass flow sensor failed at 30k miles. Cold starting difficult at 50k miles. Flat spot at 3000rpm.
Other
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