Ford Escort Hatchback 1.6i Finesse 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
29k miles Full service history without a mark on the bodywork, rust free for only £1600. Bargin
Costs
I'm 17yrs old and only pay £450 on insurance for a decent car. Hasn't cost me anything so far apart from petrol. Quite thirsty.
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On the road
Driving
Drives well. Sticks to the road well (i've had the suspension lowered and stiffened though). Can drive for miles and miles with no problems
Performance
Fitted a K&N induction kit. Sounds lovely, even with standard back box. Loves to get pushed up into the high revs. In Parker's it says the 0-60 time is 11.4 secs and the top speed is 111mph, rubish! 0-60 in under 9 and had it at 125 and still pulling!
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Living with it
Reliability
Has never let me down. Starts first time every time
Image
Looks ok standard, but looks lovely with 17"" alloys and being dropped 40mm. Side skirts and rear spats look good too.
Comfort
Loads of space in boot for a couple of subs and still room. Good leg room in front. (I'm 6'3""). Tight in the back though when I'm driving.
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Security and Service
Security
Not had any problems or attempts to break in
Service
Taking it for a MOT and service next week so i'll see how it goes.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Suspension moaned and groaned. Was going to get new standard springs fitted, but really glad i got stiffened these ones
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