Ford Ka 1.3i Millenium 3d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I made the mistake of buying the Millenium edition, which was packed with features. It was expensive new and is now not worth an awful lot more than the KA3.
Costs
Very cheap to run, maintain etc. Insurance cost me only £180 (bizarre... I"m 18 - it didn"t quite make sense!)
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On the road
Driving
Brilliant fun. Loves bendy roads!
Performance
Considering the engine is the old pushrod from the 70"s Anglia I guess it goes well. Bit of a let-down, although OK when up to speed. Needs the 1.25 Zetec, but alas that's not available!
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Living with it
Reliability
Hmm. Built badly. Spend 10 minutes each day clipping interior panels back in place! Water leaks in through every conceivable seal. Stone chips have scarred the paintwork, and will lead to rusty bits.
Image
Undecided. It's bright yellow and causes varying reactions. You either like it or hate it. If you like it, you will hate it eventually if you brought it from Hartwells in Hereford!
Comfort
I"m six foot and ache all over after a long journey. OK for dodging around which is what it was designed for I guess.
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Security and Service
Security
Security?
Service
Oh dear. Hartwells have ruined the Ka through shoddy servicing and warranty work. (Odd paint shades, replaced contacts sanded, spoiler scratched etc..) Rang Ford who told me they were powerless!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Going strong... well going anyway!
Other
Lots of little things. Search for one of the good dealers - will make or break ownership experience.
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