1997 Ford Ka 1.3

Summary:

Funky, but unreliable car

Faults:

Sills and chips got both rusty. Sills were extremely expensive to replace. The part cost 188 euros for a piece and whole process cost almost 1000 euros.

Constant adjusting of tappets which were caused by worn-out camshaft. New camshaft cost 280 euros and with work it cost 750 euros to replace. Nice.

Muffler rusted.

Sway beam had to be replaced.

General Comments:

Nice car to drive. Very stable and good-looking.

However the quality of Ford left something to hope for. I got tired of my old 15 year old Fiat Tipo and it`s constant repairs, but Ford Ka was worse. And the spare parts were more expensive.

My next car will be made in Japan.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 25th May, 2004

1998 Ford Ka Design 1.3

Faults:

Rattle from dash board, fixed by the dealer.

General Comments:

Solid, fun to drive. Build quality is good. The car could use less fuel. So far I am happy with the car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 15th February, 2000

1998 Ford Ka 1.3 petrol

Faults:

The rock shower from the front tyres wears out the paint under the door.

General Comments:

It is so great to drive and it works very well in the Finnish winter.

I am very happy with my Ka.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 31st December, 1998