Ford Sierra Sapphire
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Value for money car.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cost effective to run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Found steering not as heavy as claimed. Fair ride.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1.8i pretty nippy. Cruise easily at legal limit and beyond.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Used as a taxi for four years. Extremely reliable.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Remains a nice looker. Not too dated.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Roof bit low, but ample driving space.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Couldn't steal it, but got in several times.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Didn't always have parts in stock.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Several time belts broke. Loads of clutch cables broke.

    Other

    Connection to dashboard lights is bad. Brake pedal housing and brakes.

    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