Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8i LX 5d (1994/L) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Paid right amount and sold for right amount. Nuff said.
Costs
Parts reasonable, but not many 1.8s breaking for spares.
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On the road
Driving
Mediocre drive. Handling ok.
Performance
Not quite what I expected from a 1.8 16v.
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Living with it
Reliability
Nothing major.
Image
Thousands sold, so can't be all bad. Not bad with the rear spoiler.
Comfort
Nice trim - comfy enough for long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
It's a Ford - standard alarm/immobiliser ok.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Ok.
Other
Steering rack needed replacing, despite purchasing with new MOT.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes