Used 1998 Ford Escort Consumer Reviews
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No more Fords!
Frank, 03/08/2008
1998 Ford Escort SE 4dr Wagon
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Had an 87 Escort wagon made in New Jersey, got good basic A-to-B transportation & made it to 250,000 mi. So I got this newer 1998 replacement but only made it to 150,000 & had to junk it. Was made in Mexico & had many poor quality problems (rust, bad dash & dome lights, replaced P/S, etc & finally internal engine damage). Have had other Fords before & know they're generally lesser quality than other brands, but this was worst experience. Now I'm an angry ex-Ford customer.
Z-licious
gucciboy75, 09/01/2003
1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Hot 2dr Coupe
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Well, I just purchased a 1998 zx2 "hot" from a private party. The car had 62,500miles when i bought it. The car has every option available except abs because when the seller ordered the car abs wasn't an option then. I have all the service and maintanence records for the car since new. That in itself is amazing. Its a perfect car for me because the upgraded seats hug my back althought I don't recommend it to large frame people. All in all I am very satisfied with my car and never thought I would say that about a ford.
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Crash Review
KarenRottie, 05/20/2003
1998 Ford Escort SE 4dr Wagon
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I was involved in a 60 mph crash and the design of this vehicle saved my life! While the car was totalled in the accident, I walked away with only some serious bruises.
Peppy
focusser, 09/06/2003
1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Cool 2dr Coupe
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I was most impressed with the car's solid feel and responsiveness. The car is 5 years old yet responds with real vigor. Had to replace the front left cable and align the wheels.. otherwise its been trouble free.
Been Great for the Long Haul
JennyFL, 05/31/2003
1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Cool 2dr Coupe
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I've had my ZX2 since buying it new in 98--its been great! I've put over 100000 miles on it with few problems-- had to replace the alternator. The 5spd is zippy and tight. Nothing better than knowing its gonna start up every time I need it to. I'm sooo pleased to have gotten so much out of this little car and hope I'm driving it for a few more years b/c I'll hate to give it up!
Good for a Student
BDbuddy23, 06/23/2003
1998 Ford Escort LX 4dr Sedan
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I've had my Escort for about 2 years now and I have to say it has been a solid experience. The escort gets excellent gas mileage, and has a reasonable ride for a 'no frills' type of car. I've only had one problem and that was a radiator hose break.
a good car
rpm2424, 09/12/2003
1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Hot 2dr Coupe
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150000 and going strong it great!!!
My Green Escort
Julieturtle, 06/23/2003
1998 Ford Escort LX 4dr Sedan
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My hubby & I bought our '98 light green Escort LX in 2000 and we've put a lot of miles on it. In 3 years alone, we've doubled the miles. It has been a great, reliable car for us and our growing family. I tend to have a lead foot, so I wish it had more balls, but it's probably better that it didn't. It's a great car, anyway, and we're very sure it'll be our family vehicle for a long time.
AWESOME ZX2
zx2racer, 04/05/2002
1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Cool 2dr Coupe
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I have a ZX2 that has 60+k and have no problems with it. This car has power, looks,& it's made in the great U.S.A. I would tell any of my friends to go out and buy a ZX2.
Original satisfied owner.
Joe, 12/04/2008
1998 Ford Escort SE 4dr Wagon
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98 SE Wagon. This has been a good economical vehicle. Simple interior design. 24 to 34 mpg. Scheduled maintenance routines were followed for normal usage. Fair to good handling in moderate snow conditions. Final assembly, U.S.A. (I purposely avoided the non-U.S.A. assemblies). Original tires, Uniroyal Tiger Paw, lasted 70K. OEM battery, 8 yrs. Uncomfortable seating on long drives.