Ford Ka (1996 - 2008) 1.3i (70ps) 3d (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Im a student, a penny pincher, or a pensioner.

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

its alright... it does the job, its just a car nothing more nothing less, no extras, no smart design features. Very bland boring small car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

no - we never test drove it :( silly mistake. its just not nice to drive on the motorway, not comfortable, and not that reliable. It makes me feel physically sick looking at it. Would not reccomend one to anyone unless i really didnt like them, id reccomend a 1.0 yaris as and alternative.

What are you likely to buy next?

not sure....

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,600

When did you buy the car?

April 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yeh it was a part ex at renault, bought at a part ex price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

For girlfriend aged 18 at the time, so cheap running costs, insurance fuel, car itself.

What was the dealer like?

helpful

What's it like to drive?

I find it awful... uncomfortable, dont like 2 spoke steering wheel. On the motorway it is the worst car i have ever drove, very twitch have to give it 100% attention on m/way, tends to drift into other lanes easily and doesnt feel very stable over 70. For a light body 1.3 car its slow.

What's it like to park?

easy, lots of visibility and very manouverable.

Have you had any problems with the car?

car splutters frequently, have replaced all ht leads and spark plugs, has not cured problem and also whines really loud frequently on and off, not sure why theres problems are occuring.

What's most practical about your car?

boot is fair size, can accomodate 4 adults, not much headroom in rear.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Doesnt really have any....