Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8D LX 5d (93) (1995/N) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Good all-rounder at an affordable price.
Costs
Parts cheap enough and easily obtained.
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On the road
Driving
Comfortable. I commute 80 miles a day.
Performance
Not earth shattering but good for a diesel.
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Living with it
Reliability
Was sold a "dud". Once i got it sorted it was very good.
Image
Fairly good looking family saloon. My pulling days are over.
Comfort
Ok once i got used to it.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm and immobiliser fitted by ford if that don't stop em TD badge will.
Service
Never used main dealer. What I can't do myself local mechanic does.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Poor earth on tailgate causes intermittent fault with the boot release and rear fog.
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