Ford Escort Saloon 1.8i Ghia X 4d (1996/P) Owner Review
-
Economy
Value
We picked up a bargain at auction (so far no faults)
Costs
None, so far!
-
On the road
Driving
A very smooth, laid-back executive drive
Performance
The Zetec engine is a powerful superb drive at intermediate speeds
-
Living with it
Reliability
So far all that is wrong is troublesome idle speeds, but it hasnt cut out yet
Image
Could be a little flasher, but it's still very streamlined and sleek
Comfort
A home away from home plenty of room and accessories galore
-
Security and Service
Security
Can't knock the alarm didn't realise it had one until i set it off
Service
Never needed to with this car, but i have used them in the past and can't fault service Ford are friendly and they are so common it tends to work out very cheap as well.
-
Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Idle, could be better
Other
All in all a very cheap reliable runabout with the neccessary power to outrun todays boy racer types. I live for making fools out of them.
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