Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 GTi 3d (1998/R) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Worthless on a trade in. Sell privately.
Costs
Servicing at main dealer inexpensive.
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On the road
Driving
With standard suspension tends to be 'wollowy' on tight bends. Uprated springs makes the difference.
Performance
Once over 3000rpm, a smile comes to your face as it perks up and say hello.
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Living with it
Reliability
40000 trouble free miles. Only a battery and tyres to date.
Image
Doesn't have that boy-racer image so much as the XR3i did. Stylish RS body kit makes it stand out from the LX!
Comfort
On long journeys the seats can become a bit uncomfy.
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Security and Service
Security
Well only a standard Cat 2 immobiliser and alarm. Get a Rockweiler in there or upgrade the alarm.
Service
My main Ford dealer are the only garage that I trust to work on my car.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
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