Ford Focus Estate (2005 - 2011) 1.8 TDCi Zetec 5d (Climate Pack) (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says I needed something practical but wanted comfort and something that drives nicely.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Not much, nobody's ever commented on it. Underwhelmed would be my guess.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. The reliability is awful, not as economical as I would've hoped.
What are you likely to buy next?
A golf. Something German and reliable.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not particularly. They gave us a slight discount. It only a couple of hundred pounds.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
We had just had a baby and needed something practical.
What was the dealer like?
Not massively helpful or friendly. Not rude but didn't treat us particularly wonderfully.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lovely when it's on the go, bit hard going in slow traffic. Needs to be revved to avoid stalling.
What's it like to park?
Fine. It's quite big but visibility is good.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes. Lots. Clutch, suspension, ABS, exhaust, engine management system.
What's most practical about your car?
It has a big boot, low loading lip. Plenty of space all round.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The stereo is the upgraded Sony and sounds fantastic plus has an aux plug.
