Radio problems

[Dragonhealer]

I see. OEM radios are definitely still out there, but finding ones in good condition is just not very easy, especially with how old they are now. Especially when you can get a very high quality aftermarket unit nowadays for 50-60 bucks.

At any rate, good luck with your hunt!

Yes, but the look of the a-market, can't handle it.
gave up fixing the old units, started replacing them with KIA Rio units.
The look is close to OE, they are avail cheap with lifetime warranty, an electrical harness adapter is available cheap, and very little mod to fit

[w4rkry]

There are a few Aftermarket options that look similar to OE radios.

This one is right inbetween tacky and OE look. Ben uses them in his cars, and it's hard to beat for $30. A couple more bucks will also get you a similar looking one with bluetooth.

[bravekozak]

The trouble with OE Festiva radios is the unique angled mounting brackets that are riveted onto the housing.
Even though Escort/Tracer radios have similar dimensions, their mounting brackets are different.