I bought this Ford Fusion for just £180 from my friend. Here's what I think of it and what's wrong with it. Check out my other channel: / lukedavidrobinson Music: Aries Beats: / aries4rce
Sad as I may be, I love these under rated Ford's. Yes it's not gonna win any beauty pageants or rip the lid of a rice pudding, but as you said it's economical and solid. I currently have a 2008 1.6tdci Fusion+ with 120,000k on the clock. Top speck with leather seats and cruise control. I do 20,000+ miles a year mainly motorway and other than consumables (tyres and servicing etc) it's never missed a beat. Lugs all my work gear and room for the kids at the weekend and still returns 70+mpg.
@@HatefulEntertainment yes I would. There easy to drive, cheap to insure and maintain, and fairly solid if you dont mind a few scuffs and bashs. By the way I still have the same car and its now done over 160k miles. Had the timing belt and water pump replaced at 150k at a cost of £350, so it should go on to do another 150k miles. The only problem I have is that as mine is a dirty desiel so isnt ULEZ compliant. Hope this helps.
I paid £1100 for my 06 plate. Since then I have had the cambelt done, new clutch, rear beam poly bushers fitted, new starter motor, Done all the minor bodywork faults myself, upgraded the coolant hose system with a new thermostat gasket. Bought and fitted, 15" Motorsport team dynamics alloys and just taken the hell of good care out of it with regular servicing and oil changes. Never let me down. except when S.Motor went. I love my Fusion 2, £30 tax per year, so people can slate all they want. Mine is f***ing awesome and everything works great. Marvelous car, everyone to their own, Keep paying 100's to the Government in road tax people, my car rocks!!! Oh and I have had the air con recently serviced and recharged. So slag off all you want!!!!👍😎🌙🌟😎👍
Excellent comments...The Ford Fusion is the best-kept secret on the road. The new vehicles on the road are computers, not cars. I've owned newer models they are shite.
Got myself a 1.6 petrol fusion about 6 months ago low mileage 63k when I got it! Done over 5k and fingers crossed not a single issue paid £1800! I have never owned a Ford before but needed something ULEZ compliant so mine is 07 reg so just compliant but I can do most of the simple stuff myself, got a tyre done before the MOT in November and the guy fitting the tyre just patted the roof and said these things are indestructible so nice and positive, took it for the MOT few days layer and there's normally at least an advisory but no passed straight through not a single thing wrong with it but I had already popped to Euro car parts and got everything for a full service apart from oil and both front lower suspension arms for £300 which I was going to fit but ran out of time before MOT but it passed so gonna do that next year when the whether cheers up looks easy enough to do myself! Tax is a bit more on the 1.6 but thought better get the bigger engine as I do drive fairly briskly sometimes and it's actually fun to drive and super practical boot space is perfect! Had loads of cars before best ones was an old 406 which still to this day was in my opinion the best car I ever owned in pure day to day reliability 1.8 never once let me down in 7 years and I abused it, and only other was my 306 diesel, first diesel I have ever owned but that 2.0 hdi was rock solid the only reason I replaced both of those was I fancied something nicer or sportier and regret getting rid of both so the fusion is now my new version of those seems solid so I will keep it until it dies I have learnt a valuable lesson on replacing what other consider boring cars that where actually fun to drive and stress free simple to work on! Love the little Ford fusion and TBH hate it when people slag them off they unfortunately where so ahead of there time they got forgot and SUVs took over there are not many SUVs that have much more room inside or as practical as my fusion!
The FORD FUSION 1.4 TDCI is the best and most RELIABLE car i have ever owned !!! I have owned Audi Avant A4 x 3 ...Vauxhall Vectra Estate 2.8 V 6 etc . The Ford is just easy and simple ''A to B'' motoring, very economical.
This is what this channel is all about, everyday motors! Definitely fix and flip this one and keep going, ill be waiting every week for a new upload lol! Great video as always Luke!
I loved watching this so much - the nostalgia was amazing. My parents had this car when it was almost brand new so I grew up with it as a kid. I hated it at the time because I called it ugly but it was a great car, and lasted my parents 20 years.
I actually bought this car partially for the looks. I wanted an SUV in terms of boxiness and ride height, but didn't need the off-road capabilities and strong engine.
Cheap, basic motoring. It's one of those cars that I'd happily park in a busy tight car park and wouldn't give a hoot how many trolley and door dings it got or how many birds emptied the contents of their stomach onto it.
Excellent review. I've had an 03 1.4 tdci for five years. Hated it at first but have grown to like it if not love it. Had done 135k - now only 155k but apart from a couple of shock absorbers it's not had anything done to it. I do have the oil and filter changed every year but nothing else. What I didn't like was the hard ride but have got used to it; the engine's agricultural but reliable, plus I get more than 60 mpg. Don't like the styling at the back but the rest I don't mind. Best thing is the low rear sill and excellent carrying capacity. Enjoy driving something uncool and not owned by a finance company. Would prefer it to an Astra..
Well you might take the piss but I have 2 Fusions, 03 and 10 and true they do look shite but I use them for fishing and they are spot on ,the amount of gear you can pack in is unreal. My kids always take the piss but hey ho who cares ha ha
This is just my sort of subject, I'm not interested in flashy cars, I like to see people fixing up good honest workhorses, that's why I loved the videos on your Astra.
The Astra is what built your channel, maybe keep it :) I'm with you on keeping good cheap cars running, and out of the crusher. If the Fusion is reliable, then why not keep it going? Keep up the good work Luke!
I like the idea of keeping the money rolling onto projects and seeing where it goes. Guy I worked withs wife had a fusion and he spent £3k in repair bills on it but paid £1k for the car. Injectors failed, fuel pump failed, abs servo packed in, wheel bearings failed, seized callipers....was only on 60k miles 😂
Needs to detail it with the help of a wrecking ball. But making sure not to apply too much pressure, so as to not introduce unwanted swirl marks and holograms. :-)
I always sort of liked the Fusion (or “Confusion” as the Ford sales people would often refer to it as) fun car, there’s loads still on the road around where I live. Good video bro.
Fair play for you tidying up and selling on there will be a market for this car... Everyone needs a cheap vehicle for the ability to park anywhere and not give a s**t. (Keep the Astra)
Great video. Love your singing. You gave me a big smile on an otherwise grey day . I hope you end up with a Porsche or maybe a Lamborghini. Good luck on the journey. I will keep watching.
You can use the 15inch alloys of the Mondeo Mk1/2 . You can remove the dent with hot glue. Way cheaper and easier than a new door. Blower motor just needs a little spray oil on the bearing
My daughters first decent car was a fusion and she loved it especially as she lived in London. She called hers Ernie after the benny hill song . And to be honest i used to drive it when i valeted it for her every time she would come and visit me here in Lincolnshire. Im 6ft 5 and I had plenty of room 😉. Great video luke always glad to hear your voice as you live where i was born .
my dad bought an 03 fiesta with the 1.4 tdci for £150 a couple of months ago as a cheap runaround for him and the dog. Ive been in it on multiple occasions and the engine is noisy and slow, the suspension rattles and squeaks but it is an excellent car because no one expects it to be good anyway, plus its only £30 to tax
Yes mate your getting like Tyler hoovie but like you said he's got a lambo x2 a ferrari and a roller so I say go for it mate flip this and move onto the next 1, I'm sure I'm not the only one who'll watch you lol I think those fusions were aimed more towards the elderly driver with the easier entry/exit due to the hight. If I needed a beater I'd buy/drive it. I think I proved it by owning a standard 900cc cinquecento but it was a grocery getter as I used to ride motorbikes 90% of the time. Out of the 2 I'd deffo keep the astra those little 1.7 pop along tidy and do so forever. 🖒
Honestly, I absolutely love these kind of videos. You're by far my favourite RU-vid as I can see the amount of thought that goes into each video. These kinds of videos are the reason I subscribed. Couldn't care less about watching people mess around with £10,000+ cars , I love to see how you transform cars destined for the scrap yard. This car is definitely not everyone's cup of tea but with a little tlc could be a fantastic family car for someone. Keep up the good work, I cannot wait to see the next video, you've always got my like!
No problems, as for the 'trading up' challenge maybe start off with this car and set yourself an end goal of your dream car. Try and trade your way up to your dream motor, just a thought!
Hi Luke, interesting video,my mate has got one these and he seems happy with it,I would like to see some work being done on the Fusion,more content to watch.
I have one myself 171745 miles on the clock ! It was noisy but put a injector cleaner and a cat cleaner thew it and the power came back because the egr was blocking !in a rural place you cannot beat it it will go anywhere
I had a fusion years ago as a courtesy car while my mk6 fiesta was getting fixed, honestly it was pretty fun as you could really chuck it about, even had rear parking sensors haha!
I’ve got a Ford Fusion lol 1.4 Petrol and it’s under powered that’s for sure been a petrol. But good sound system and better now I have A sub and new head unit in it lol. I’m 49 Male fusion 2 model and good all round visibility in the boot is good apart from the wheel arches been too far in for me.
Owned my Lovely 2006 Fusion 2 for 9 Years and it has been a Brilliant First Car for me, who needed a car good on Insurance for a young driver but also had adequate boot space. but Have just Upgraded to a Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer. I also have felt how every single W***er on the road tries to pull out on you in a fusion, especially on the motorway, the look on their faces when I overtake them a few seconds later. The car will actually do 115 mph if you need it to!
If i could put in a radiator pump made of metal and rid of the plastic one that would be awesome and the same with the thermostat get rid of the plastic one, and put in a metal one again awesome, Opel Astra great car especially the diesel one i believe it has a Isuzu engine same as my Opel moka 1.7 diesel.i like the 1.4 diesel ford Fusion for it's space, and many miles to the gallon would be inexpensive to run all over Europe with four people for camping 🏕️👍.
I own one of these. It's not exciting but for lugging stuff it's kind of amazing. Mine currently has a bath, two sinks and a toilet in it. Still got space. Want to replace with something newer but can't find an alternative this compact and versatile.
Dont get rid of the astra. That 1.7 isuzu engine is one of thee best vauxhall ever put in any car. What I would like to see from you is a trading up type series. Clean up the fusion sell it on. Work your way up for 12 months to see what car you end up with?
I have a 2012 fusion. 1.4 petrol, had it for 6 years, lovely ride, spacious easy load boot, very economical to run, but i need to change to an electric car, but cant find anything that comes up with the same boot space (i have a mobility scooter and a hoist fitted in the boot).
I own a Ford Fusion on a 04 plate it’s a smooth car but it is ugly only downside is wheel bearings need to be replaced every 2 years plus my passenger window don’t work the quarter window is smashed I’m just waiting to replace the quarter window
We never got the Fusion here in SA.. but that little 1.4Tdci we did.. Same as in a Citroen C3 if memory serves.. check the harmonic balancer/ damper I’ve seen a few that we’re buggered.. When I was in the motor trade I’d I’d order new ones from Ford instead if Citroen as they were cheaper.. much like SLK parts on a Crossfire..
Hello Luke, Great video. I am a Ford fan, but I would take the Astra every day.👍 Interesting comments on other road uses perceptions. I drive a Impreza STI as a daily and people do the most stupid things to me and then have a go at me for the accident they almost caused. 🤔
The interior b pillar trim must just be a mass produced generic part cause my Holden commodore from 1999 has the exact same b pillar interior trim (note Holden is (was) GM Australia)
ive always liked fords,scrap yards are full of them which makes sourcing parts easy and cheap,as for flipping cheap bangers to get a decent car thats what i have done,bought my first car for 450 quid and five cars later ive got a 4 grand Kuga ,presentation is the key ive found good luck hope to see you in a decent car this time next year
I’d put the M-Sport badge on my car as it is a 320D M-Sport, but I wouldn’t try d badging it and try pulling it off as a m3 or anything, that’s cringe 😬 id love an M3 but why lie lol 😂
@@owensteele1274 more to cars than looks..and i think the fusion attracts the amateur mechanic and a person who loves practical cars..spoilers etc are a turn off for these breed.
