Ford Escort 1998Change

Had this car for 13 years now, got it when it was 180k on it, now it close to 500k. Had to replace the clutch, breaks, ball joints, outer tie rods, alternator, did all 4 shocks at around 400k. Oil change every 10k and the engine burns no oil. Very reliable and gets you 6L/100km highway, 7.5L/100km city. I got it down to 5.5L/100km on the highway driving very carefully. I have a newer focus and this car has proven to be more reliable than the newer focus with far fewer things that break.

Great little car, reliable, fun to drive. Would keep but have an AWD car available to drive now. Great for families, students, etc.
Exceptional condition.

I've owned this car since 1998; it was my first car. Overall, I have had a really good experience driving this car and I am pleased with its performance. It has been a dependable and enjoyable ride.

Needed so much "Small Parts" and man are they expensive - Mep sensor was never satisfied
Needed new Exhaust after 3000 kms, and it never sounded the same again.
Very uncomfortable and man what a labour job to do minor maintenance, and parts were unusual sizes, needed special tools just to change out

All around cheap vehicle, I had one for two years and never really had a problem with it, I would say it's a good beginner vehicle.

I've owned two escorts over the years and the reliability of them is outstanding. It was a sad day when Ford took them out of production.

I commute several hours a day and find the ford escort to be comfortable and reliable. It is not expensive to fill up and the gas tank lasts for several trips.

This ford has many great features. I especially like the key-less entry, it is much better then having to put the key in the lock, especially in the winter.

The cars maintenance has been minimal, consisting mostly of routine care. If parts do need replacing they tend to be low in cost and easily accessible.

Overall owing this car has been a great experience. It can go into the city or out into the country making it a very diverse vehicle.

Bought new in 1998 and with good upkeep it's still kicking. It's sporty and peppy and rides smooth. Comfortable, good trunk space and great on gas. Factory stereo sounds great. Have just had to do regular maintenance on the vehicle had no major problems and since it's been mostly in Florida since new it has no rust etc on body.

I really like my ford escort. Its a good everyday runabout car. I have had no major problems with this car...it is a very reliable car

The engine has been really reliable. The interior space especially shoulder room is a bit cramped. Arm rests would have been a great help. I also find it low to the ground and difficult to get in and out of. The gas mileage has been really good and it has enough power to easily pass on the hills.

Owned this car for 2 years. At about the 80k km mark, the fun started. Transmission problems. replacement of major parts, weird and unidentifiable noises from the engine but only at specific speeds. This was the car that broke the back of my every buying a Ford again. I realize Ford have made massive strides in recent years but steer clear of this era completley.