Ford Orion 1.4i LX 4d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Price has dropped out of the market for these. Good news for the prospective buyer.
Costs
Standard cheap Ford parts, but unless maintained these cheap parts can mount up the costs of running.
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On the road
Driving
Good steering at speed, decent suspension, and brakes have good stopping power. Needs power steering.
Performance
Will top 110mph+ quite easily and drive at 90mph all day, but don't expect to overtake anything comfortably - no real power pick-up until in excess of 3.5k revs.
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Living with it
Reliability
Pretty good, but things like front tyres, track rod ends/arms and brakes will need replacing about every 12 months depending on your driving and mileage. I've only broken down once in nearly three years.
Image
I rather like the looks for what it is. Slap some alloys on it and it'll make all the difference.
Comfort
I once drove a 400 mile round trip, with no back aches or leg cramps and I'm 6' 3"!
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Security and Service
Security
Recently had mine stolen outside my house. I never heard a thing. So much for the alarm and immobiliser.
Service
Good for cheap service parts, but wouldn't even consider using their franchised dealers to get it serviced.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Leaky head gaskets and noisey tappets.
Other
Don't rely on the factory fitted security if you wanna keep it!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes