I also own a '98 escort zx2. Damn fine car if you ask me.. haven't had a problem with it whatsoever. Mine also seems to be a bit noisy on the highways, I thought it was road noise from my worn back tires, got those replaced but it only helped a bit. It's still pretty loud when you are going above 100 km/h, but I don't find it that bad.
Hi Folks,
>
> I just bought an 1998 Ford Escort zx2. Its heck of a car for the
> price. The only thing that bothers me is the noise. The sound
> increases as I increase the speed. around 85 mph, its becomes really
> uncomfortable (and loud enough to be somewhat scary). Is it a usual > problem ?
>
> Also could timing belt be responsible for this in anyway.
>
> When does the timing belt need changing anyway(mine is 1998 model with
> 36000 miles on it)
>
> Cheers,
> Anubhav