IMO
in standard form they are shit slow and handle badly but reliable,
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fuel is expensive
theft issues are very high
scally image
xr3i comments from gas station people
constant worry
rust is an issue
searching for a good one
buy one if you know your stuff mechanics wise and bodywise
+
the best car seats ever
bought it realising i should have bought a s1
ford stock all(most)parts still
great car when everything works
good luck