Ford Orion 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For this sort of money you won't get a nicer or better performing car!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    To repair the car is reasonably cheap as it uses mk 4 Escort parts, which are everywhere! Boot seals etc are more difficult!

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Could do with power steering, as for its size it can be hard to manoeuvre! Especially during parking!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Like a little rocket! Very quick.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mine has proved really reilable! Only consuambles have been replaced! e.g. brakes.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nice from front, but without the rear wing the rear looks boxy.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    With the ghia badge, it makes for a very plush interior! Beats the like of Fiestas with their plasticy feel! Steering wheel is nice and so are the extras! e.g. electric wing-mirrors.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have no prob with sercurity so far! Mine does have an Aftermarket alarm though.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Okay! But very expensive! Would recommend doing things yourself! Cheap and avalible parts!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Altenator bolt sheared off!

    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