Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Si 5d (AC) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of kit for the money.
Costs
Good as long as you don't go to a Ford dealer.
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On the road
Driving
Very smooth around town and on the motorway.
Performance
Excellent for a 1.8, 5 door Ford.
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Living with it
Reliability
Clutch, lower arm bushes and coil spring needed replacing after 80k.
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Seen as a family car really. Cossie alloys make all the difference.
Comfort
Beats the 2 Metros that I've had hands down. Great in all conditions.
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Security and Service
Security
Good, comes with a CAT 1 manufacturers alarm, although remote alarm and central locking would have been nice.
Service
Polite but pants, use Mr Clutch instead of a Ford garage for a better overall service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sweet as a nut after 90k with an annual service.
Other
Clutch needed replacing after 80k.
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