Ford Escort Hatchback 1.6 LX 5d (AC) (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good price compared to other makers, £4,400 at 3 years.
Costs
2years and 22k later, only tyres and alternator belt needed servicing costs. Good.
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On the road
Driving
Good on the Glen Coe Rd, not so good in Safeway's
Performance
Takes off and stops well. Slowish acceleration in 5th
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Living with it
Reliability
100% so far with 10k sevices.
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Suits mine. Goes well with Safeway bags.
Comfort
Motorway good. Devon to Glasgow no complaints from family or driver.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm, immobiliser, face off radio. Spends lots of time in dodgy areas and has been okay.
Service
Free of charge check done on air bags. Use UNI PART garage for servicing, with great results and pricing.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cracked alternator belt at 40k, thats all.
Other
Nothing to speak of.
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