By Drew on 04/06/08 13:55 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1996 Ford Escort Hatchback 2dr Hatchback
Review
I bought a new, base model April, 1996 with automatic transmission. It did not come with AC, or a radio. I have 118,000 miles on it. Pretty good runner. I put a radio in it. With basic mainatanence it has been pretty dependable. It did have to be towed away the first day I bought it though, but was repaired in two weeks and really, no major problems since. I have put new brake lines, new master cylinder, new catalytic converter, new radiator on the care. Only in the last year or so have the Ohio winters started to cause the body to rust (I didn't have it rust proofed when I bought it).
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By Kelly on 08/11/05 14:26 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
1996 Ford Escort Hatchback 2dr Hatchback
Review
I really enjoy my escort. I bought it at 33,000 miles. I had no repairs for about a year and that was brakes. Its been a great car. I am outgrowing it. Its great for me, just not big enough for a family of 4.
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By jrossodi on 05/01/04 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1996 Ford Escort Hatchback 2dr Hatchback
Review
This car won't die. It has had a few
minor expectable problems, such as
brakes, tires, battery, etc. But the
engine is tough, the mileage is great,
an it has NEVER missed a start in it's
8 years of life. I am now looking for
another one for my son, same year. I
know what to expect from the Escort.
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By Spring on 03/28/04 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1996 Ford Escort Hatchback 2dr Hatchback
Review
I just bought a used 1996 Escort. It
was a steal and the mileage, 40,000!
This simple and economic and RELIABLE
car gets me places. I see a lot of
elderly people driving around here in
the 80's Civic hatchbacks and other
subcompacts, so I'm guessing that this
particular Escort was one of
those "elderly cars," being operated
within the warranty as long as
possible. This one's gonna last me a
long while, I know it. So, if there's
a 96 Escort out there for sale, - don't
be a fool - buy it. It's the last of
its kind. Great mileage, decent looks,
easy to maintain.
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