Ford StreetKa 1.6i Luxury 2d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Very bad depreciation, so I got mine on a 3yr Options Finance deal so I have 3 options when the car is, basically, 3/4 paid for. Definitely wouldn't buy one from new at full price.
Costs
I previously had a Ka which was fantastic on fuel, but the StreetKa is VERY thirsty on fuel. I read the reviews on here and didn't believe this until I got one myself!
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On the road
Driving
Very nippy and a lot of fun to drive. The gears are very close together & the gear knob fits very well in my little hand! Visibility is a small issue when reversing, so have to use guess work and my mirrors more than before. Can get blowy at high speeds.
Performance
Very nippy and it makes a great sound! However, as said before very thirsty on fuel. My car does make a funny noise in 3rd/4th gear around 30-40mph, but I have been assured it's just one of them things.
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Living with it
Reliability
TOUCH WOOD I have not had any issues with reliability and its starts well every time (fingers crossed!)
Image
Such a head turner!!! Mine's a black one which don't seem too common. I love it! It's definately a woman's car though!
Comfort
I have the Luxury car with heated seats & air con. Both very handy in the Winter and Summer respectively. Hot days - the seats get VERY hot, but having the air con on helps when the roof is down. Not much room in cabin for handbag if you have a passenger.
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Security and Service
Security
I had a demo car for a while and the alarm was very active! Not had any issues with mine though. Only being able to open the (very big) boot with the electronic key can get a little annoying if you are in your car and need to open it for someone.
Service
I had a LOT of problems with my car when I first got it. Its the age old problem when cars are mass produced - things get bodged up. I had to complain to ford H/O before things were done!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes