Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The more you pay for this model the better condition it would be in, and less problems?

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I have had two of these now, these can leave a big whole in your pocket if you buy a bad one, but if your want to improve performance you don't have to break the bank to much ( eBay's the word).

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very fun car to drive, would recommend this little hot hatch.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fun at standard 130bhp, but lethal and fun when 200bhp+

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Depends how you drive, and the condition of the vehicle when you bought it, go for one with lots of history and receipts of work, most will have a rebuilt engine at their age now.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    IMO one of the best and original looking hot hatches.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Your not buying this car to drive round the world, but the seats are comfortable!!!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Buying one now, there should be a thatcham cat 1 alarm on it, otherwise a lot of insurance companies won't insure you without one.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Parts are pretty easy to get from ford, just may have to wait a couple of days, always get Ford parts!! they last longer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very good if left standard will get lots of mileage, but if you start to put more boost though it, uprate the pistons, injectors, etc....

    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