Ford Puma 1.7i 16V 3d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Paid a bit more than I should have at a dealer but car has all the toys
Costs
Fuel cost reasonable, tax high, insurance good
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On the road
Driving
Always brings a smile, even on wintery cold days
Performance
Just quick enough, but you always wish for a bit more.Very responsive & pulls in every gear
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Living with it
Reliability
See problems section. I brought an early model. Never a good idea. Wait until Ford have ironed out the early problems
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Get accused of driving a hair dressers car by mates who are just jealous really.
Comfort
I'm 6'3'' and have no complaints in the drivers seat with it adjusted as low as possible. Not much fun for me as a passenger though. Have carried passengers in the back but they do complain after a while.
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Security and Service
Security
Never been tested - luckily
Service
Service privately, refuse to pay Fords ridiculous labour rates
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Fairly major oil leak caused by engine block bung coming loose.
Other
Lambda sensor failed (£90!), tracking goes out easily, then it eats tyres. Has always burnt a little oil.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes