Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bought an 94/L with 58k for £1200, bought a CD player, and sold it for £1700 a few months later, excellent!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Low gearing, so averages mid 30's mpg, but cheap parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    OK, big fat steering wheel, smooth engine.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    90bhp for a small 1.6 car means fairly quick, handles nicely.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Far better looking than older ugly xr2, colour coded bumpers and mirrors add to looks.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable sports seats which you sit in, as opposed to on!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Most don't have r/c/l as standard, but safe enough.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never go to a main dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Smooth.

    Other

    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