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Opinions: Ford Fiesta 1.4 Diesel 2003

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  • #2
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,360 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    First of all what kind of annual mileage are you doing, is it enough to justify buying diesel other than just following the current trend? Most petrol superminis of similar size will average around 40+mpg.

    The 1.4 TDCi is a engine that was co-designed with Peugeot/Citroen. I think they have circa 75bhp, they had a few issues around that time including turbo/injector problems. Again most petrol cars of similar size will do good mpg but because they are less complex they may need less money spent on repairs. A new turbo or injector could potentially wipe out any savings that you could make at the pump.

    Unless you are doing serious mileage I would go for a 1.25 litre petrol version instead. LX is also pretty basic spec, try and find a Zetec or Steel model.


  • #3
    letitroll
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 146 ✭✭letitroll


    would be doing 15-20k anyway a model i'm looking at has had the injector seal replaced already.

    In relation to that are the new/replaced injector seals better than the older ones i.e. did they redesign them so there not an issue anymore once replaced??


  • #4
    letitroll
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 146 ✭✭letitroll


    any ideas on the repair thing, can i relax if the car has had its injector seal recently replaced?


  • #5
    shamwari
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,142 ✭✭✭shamwari


    We've one running at the moment with 70k on it. Only problem was with the alternator (made by Visteon and known to be problematic).

    With 120k on the clock, I'd say the injector seals have already been done as I'm told they start chuffing from around 50-60k onwards, and was done on ours @ 52k (under warranty). Ford recommend tightening down the injector clamp with a torque wrench on every 2nd or 3rd service to prevent the injector loosening and destroying the seals. Also the injectors are electronic in these and require coding if they are to be replaced.

    I'd look for evidence of regular servicing, and with the correct grade of oil too. These things develop lubrication issues if they are not serviced properly. The turbo is usally the first casualty if this happens.

    They are not the fastest car under acceleration but perform well when on the move. They are extremely economical too and more so that the 1.25. They handle ok and ride very well, especially as the extra weight of the diesel motor helps keep the front end from bobbing about.

    I suppose the risk in buying this car all depends on its overall condition, evidence of servicing, and price.


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