Ford Fiesta (1989 - 1997) 1.8 D Equipe 5d (1994/M) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

student

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes, the diesels are very reliable, ecenomical and give a reasonable amount of acceleration. the petrols are very different to drive and even a 1.1 or 1.0 petrol consumes higher fuel

What are you likely to buy next?

1.4 fiesta or 205,306

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£50

When did you buy the car?

July 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

came with 3 inch back box, new battery and exhaust. sound system wired up.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

for a project and 1st car.

What was the dealer like?

sound

What's it like to drive?

responsive on the throttle. brakes exellent. clutch seems ok. you have to change down up hills. but only in 4th and 5th. it's quick at 50+ but adaquate off the mark. bear in mind i have had 100 out of her. Turn the key and............ it always starts.

What's it like to park?

power steering makes it an ease

Have you had any problems with the car?

few things on MOT. nothing serious. handbrake cable stretched, bonnet catch

What's most practical about your car?

power steering, lots of boot room, big front footwells, adequate rear leg room. easy to modify/customise

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

power steering