Used 1996 Ford Escort Hatchback Consumer Reviews
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Power within.
Kasdan, 07/10/2003
1996 Ford Escort LX 2dr Hatchback
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Some may have good opinions of Escorts, Some may have bad, but my opinion, on the other hand, is great. I love my escort. Nobody expects it to be as fast as it is with the 5- speed, and its just plain fun to drive. Sure, I've had some problems with it, but thats because i used to dog it. Great, reliable car which is a blast to drive and gets awesome gas mialage. And I've never had a problem with the head.
Going and going and .......
sasam, 11/29/2004
1996 Ford Escort LX 4dr Hatchback
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Bought it hoping to keep for a year, but after three it is still running without any problems, other than oil changes and basic maintenance.
My First Car...still going strong!
Kerry3, 12/02/2002
1996 Ford Escort LX 4dr Hatchback
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My Ford Escort is the first car I've ever owned. I loved the style and now I love the car! I bought it brand new in 1996, and finally got a tune-up (2001)! I'm not that nice to it, but the only problems I've had were after 4 -6 years of Michigan driving, and 4 or 5 trips to Atlanta, GA. She now has almost 100,000 miles. The mileage is great, the ride is great; she's reliable, especially considering what I haven't done. Routine stuff? Nope, haven't done them. Sometimes I do the oil. She's a beaut!
Never AGAIN
jghg, 08/13/2003
1996 Ford Escort LX 4dr Hatchback
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WOW...I see people writing good things about the escort....SHOCKED....The WORST car I have ever owned. I did the maintance, took care of it and what happened problem after problem after problem. Until the engine went with 85,000 miles. Talked with mechanics and was told that is just how the ford engine is made not to last!!!
Born to Last
Need2know, 07/19/2005
1996 Ford Escort LX 2dr Hatchback
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My Escort has 129,00 miles and is still going strong. My friends wanted me to purchase a new car years ago, but I am glad I didn't. Beside normal maintenance (oil, belts, brakes, spark plugs), I replaced the water pump and radiator. Sure those last two repairs costs a few bucks, but it is a lot cheaper than a new car payment. The car has always started (even in the MN cold). The car has plenty of power, but I don't believe in going over 65 miles/hour. If you want a car to do 90 on the interstate, this car isn't for you; Small cars do not handle the road vibrations and noise at high speeds. My only real complaint is that the speedometer went out in year three.
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