Ford Sierra Sapphire
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The best fun you can have with your pants on.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Some parts are cheap, others ridiculously expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Look after it and it will look after you.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    155 mph for under £10k - where else can you get that?

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Gives no trouble if serviced regularly.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Still turns heads when gleaming.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    They don't say Cossie Recaros are the best for nowt.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Standard alarm is very poor.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems. Some genuine parts are cheaper than aftermarket parts, e.g. throttle and clutch cables.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Easily tuned to 450 bhp - mental!

    Other

    Not sure about the late model dash.

    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