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SPARKS, South East
HATCHBACK (2005 - )
1.4 Zetec 5dr
PROS: it nice to drive and its never broken down on me and the safty rating...
CONS: it could be quicker and not ideal for a family it too small... more

EnglishRose, North West
HATCHBACK (1995 - 1999)
1.4 Ghia 5dr
PROS: Holds the road, feels great to drive, safe little run-around, spare parts cheap!...
CONS: I have had problems with the electrics, and I hold my breath everytime I take... more

w232, North West
DIESEL HATCHBACK (2002 - 2005)
1.4 TDCi LX 5dr [AC]
PROS: cheap tax generally reliable,comfy even on long distance 300 mile +...
CONS: couple of early electrical breakdowns fixed under warranty, fuel consuption no where near fords figures... more

kevinrmutter@yahoo.co.uk, East Midlands
HATCHBACK (2002 - 2005)
1.25 Finesse 3dr
PROS: Fairly cheap to run and fairly good on fuel. When it works it is...
CONS: Constant problems from dodgy gear box, clutch, and leaks like anything!... more

drf4686, South East
HATCHBACK (1989 - 1997)
1.1 3dr
PROS: cheap to run, reliable...
CONS: painfully slow, sounds like a diesel... more

Alexcarmad, West Midlands
HATCHBACK (2002 - 2005)
1.3 Finesse 3dr
PROS: Good first car, does around 35 miles a gallon, which is ok. quite nippy when...
CONS: no ipod connector. modest equipment, electronic fuel gage is usually wrong.... more

QUE$TOR, London
HATCHBACK (1989 - 1997)
1.3 LX 3dr
PROS: Doesn't have any rust and has never failed to start even on cold, wet mornings....
CONS: Not the fastest car on the road and has a few rattles but what do... more

LambieST, Scotland
HATCHBACK (2005 - )
2.0 ST 3dr
PROS: Fantatic to drive and the seats are superb. Has all the big boy toys such...
CONS: Being a ford you get minor problems. All easy to fix, but annoying all... more

banger, East Anglia
HATCHBACK (2002 - 2005)
1.4 Zetec 3dr [Climate]
PROS: Fun to drive, 47mpg lots of headroom....
CONS: Road noise, no external temp gauge, electric windows a bit crude.... more

rob1984, London
HATCHBACK (2002 - 2005)
1.4 Ghia 5dr
PROS: Nice to drive, has a bit of go about it when needed, looks ok for...
CONS: Falls apart...... more

doris, East Midlands
HATCHBACK (2005 - )
1.6 Zetec S 3dr
PROS: fun to drive,holds to the road like a kart will always put a smile on your...
CONS: some squeeks & rattles well its a ford what do expect dealer not to concerned,need to... more

lmh, West Midlands
HATCHBACK (2005 - )
1.25 Style 3dr
PROS: gr8 to drive when working properly, between 0-40 and 50+ picks up quite well considering...
CONS: quite a few faults with it from new. latest being rust in the engine aparently... more

jmruff, West Midlands
HATCHBACK (2002 - 2005)
1.25 Finesse 3dr
PROS: Good cheap run around, no probelms, cheap insurance and handles well happy with it....
CONS: Could do with a few extras like electric windows, mirrors.... more

MattCrock, Wales
HATCHBACK (1995 - 1999)
1.25 Si 16V 5dr
PROS: Its a small little car that looks so attractive especially once done up. Can...
CONS: The handling is a bit bad.. but as a fiesta driver, you learn how to... more

pearsj02, Scotland
HATCHBACK (2005 - )
2.0 ST 3dr
PROS: Good acceleration and brakes. Comfortable to drive and nice sporty design. Fun to drive on...
CONS: Not the best car for motorway driving as can be a bit thirsty and noisy... more