Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  keeps on chugging - 1993 Ford Tempo
  By dumbo - September 21 - 1:08 am

  198m000 miles with no major repairs what more do I need to say. I want a new car but how can you give up on the "humbler" (thats what we call it because its a humbling experience to drive the "humbler").

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  Wonderful car - 1994 Ford Tempo
  By Cindy311 - July 21 - 3:21 pm

  This car is a lot of fun to drive. It handles well, isnt bad on gas mileage. Mine just got totaled in an accident and Im very upset. With about 144K miles, it still cost me just routine maintenance! 5 speed manual transmission, brakes, engine, power steering, EVERYTHING original equipment. HIGHLY recommended.

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  Iffy! - 1992 Ford Tempo
  By tom - June 29 - 4:15 pm

  Good vehicle, but Ford could have made better motors for the windows and locks (they went out in 2002).

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  an old pal by now! - 1992 Ford Tempo
  By PR - May 31 - 11:50 pm

  Got an 83K miles V6 power everything. Now at 201K miles still commuting 60 miles every day but selling it for more room (bigger family). The car is comfortable, the V6 is a pleasure given the light weight of the car. I know the 4 cylinder version is really crummy but the V6 is a no maintenance deal. Work was replacing the transmission ($600), starter, and radiator hose. Not cheap but put in perspective over time of ownership and use, still a good deal. I had 2 V6 Tempos and what one guy said is true. 100K is about when the transmission goes. The thing is the rebuilt transmission I had put in is holding up very well (95K to 201K). I guess it needs regular care and no abuse.

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  Commuter car - 1994 Ford Tempo
  By Serega - May 22 - 5:38 pm

  Hi all. I bought this car with 140K on it two years ago. What can I say - if you expect this car to be a lot of fun then dont buy it. The only advantage of this car is its price. Dont hope for high mpg - it consumes gasoline in large amounts. 3 speed automatic is paired nicely with a low-end torque 4 cylinder engine. Probably this is the reason why the transmission survives that long. The car overall is quite reliable if maintained properly. So, my conclusion is: if you need a bit just a mean of transportation from A to B and you never drive at high speeds - then this is a car for you. Otherwise, steer clear away it.

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  Car has gotten me through a lot! - 1994 Ford Tempo
  By Jelly Belly - May 19 - 3:18 pm

  Ive had this car for two years now and it has been great so far. I bought it for $1200 with 156,000 kms. It now has 230,000 kms and its still going strong. The only problems Ive had with this car have been minor. Ive done regular oil changes. Tie rod ends have had to be replaced but the parts dont cost too much. Its gotten me to a lot of places. The experience Ive had with it is that its a reliable car. I mean its no luxury car by any means but it is a good cheap car. Never had any problems with it starting up in the cold weather either. Id recommend the Tempo for anyone looking for a cheap car.

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  Not pretty, but pretty reliable - 1991 Ford Tempo
  By Elisa - May 18 - 6:15 am

  Many electrical problems, oil leaks, make sure you get the ignition switch replaced (it was recalled for this), had trouble with the starter twice in 2 years, but it has the engine that just wont die. It was always pretty reliable. The transmission didnt need replacing until 145,000 miles. The design of the radio/air conditioner switches is horrible and breaks easily. The seats are very comfortable and it rides pretty smoothly for a small car. It isnt much to look at but the paint lasts a long time with no rust. Just about everything else will fall off but the engine will keep going!

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  1993 Tempo - 1993 Ford Tempo
  By Matthew Belcher - May 13 - 2:32 am

  I have had excellent luck with my car. The only thing that has been wrong with it is that the speedometer cable has made noise throughout the years. I have had it fixed many times by Ford, yet it still makes noise. The car rides rough, and doesnt do well in the snow. Otherwise, very reliable, no big problems at all.

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  My First Car - 1992 Ford Tempo
  By tempotimtim - April 12 - 4:18 pm

  I am writing this review because I feel that people put Tempo/Topazs down too much. A Ford Tempo was my dream car and I finally got it. It is a 92 Tempo GL, with the Vulcan 6, 5 speed, sunroof, spoiler, power mirrors/lumbar, A/C, cupholder, 14" 7 spoke factory rims. Ive had no problems with the car since I purchased it in Oct. 2004, when I got my license. Ive only had to replace the rear springs, patch 2 holes in the floor, and replace the front tires. This car hasnt left me stranded yet. It is exceptionally good on gas for a V6, and has enough pep to it. I would recommend a Tempo/Topaz for a first car, very cheap for parts and reliable.

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  Just keeps running!! - 1992 Ford Tempo
  By jeffinkona - November 7 - 4:42 am

  We have owned this car for five years and have experienced wonderful reliability throughout that time. It now has 106,000 miles and is still going strong. Gas milage remains in the low 20s on the highway and it does not use any oil. The evaporator needed to be replaced in the AC system, but all seems to be going well.