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Used 1999 Ford Escort Consumer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Great

HERB, 04/04/2008
1999 Ford Escort ZX2 Hot 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Drives and handles great. Looks great. Drove it to New Orleans and back last year with no problems at all. Didn't even have it checked out before I left, I have that much faith in it. Just routine maintenance, nothing more.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Very practical car for cost

Chris Hadley, 05/07/2003
1999 Ford Escort LX 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought this car over 2 years ago now. The only problem is the engine developed a shimmy around the 45,000 mile mark. I took it to the dealership and they gave me some crap about tubing or something. It cost me $95 but it fixed the only problem. I got into an accident where I was struck sideways in the back and I walked away and the car was able to be fixed. I was hit by a VERY large truck so I was impressed by the build quality. The car is a smooth ride and peppy for a 4 cyl. engine. I have put well over 7,500 interstate miles on this car in the last year. GREAT CAR!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Little Car that Could...

Hbgguppy, 03/22/2006
1999 Ford Escort SE 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my Escort in a pinch. I had just bought my first house and very quickly realized the expenses of home ownership. I traded in my Ford Expedition and bought my Escort, cutting my car payment in half. Having owned SUVs for years and years, I wanted another "full cabin on frame" vehicle. Nothing car be more frustrating than trying to wedge a book shelf in the back of a sedan in the IKEA parking lot. I soon fell in love with the "little car that could". 4 years later and I'm still attached to "Fred" as he's now known. I particularly enjoy the visibility while parallel parking and making fast lane changes during rush hour traffic. He's been a darn good car to me.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love this car!!

My Great Car, 09/09/2003
1999 Ford Escort ZX2 Hot 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I went to Florida in March and got 40 MPG consistently on a two day trip. Can't get much better than that! I even get great mileage around my rural area, back and forth to stores, etc. Have not put any money into it, except a tie rod end, tires, and everyday maintenance. I love this car!!! Heats great, cools great, fun to drive!!

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4 out of 5 stars

1999 Escort 4 Door LX

MacBob, 01/05/2010
1999 Ford Escort LX 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Basic transportation with good gas mileage. Surprised at the cheap plastic trim that breaks easily. My Escort is basic model, 5 speed, with no P/W or Power Locks, but does have A/C. Good handling and decent performance from 2.0 L motor. * I chose this over buying ZX2 because ZX2 motor(Zetec)less reliable than this basic motor. If you can an obtain a used Escort for a good price, buy one. Otherwise buy a Corolla, Elantra, or comparible better car.

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