Ford Focus Hatchback (2005 - 2011) 1.6 Sport 5d (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not entirely sure... I'm a sensible person for buying a 5 door medium sized hatchback.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
I think they like it, no one has really commented on the car. I think it's a default choice for a lot of families.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I certainly would, maybe with the 1.8 duratec engine though. The 1.6 petrol is fine around town, but can be a little noisy on motorways. I would probably prefer a C-Max.
What are you likely to buy next?
Ford C-Max 2.0 TDCi 136 Titanium - I'd love one!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,999
When did you buy the car?
April 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
They didn't discount the car, but they did throw in 6 months worth of road tax.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
This is my first car. I have driven my dad's C-Max (2008) and Focus (2011) and loved them. So when I came to buy a car, I wanted a Focus.
What was the dealer like?
Very polite, no pushy salesman, a pleasure to deal with. The dealership: The Car People, Ashton Under Lyne.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It handles beautifully and drives very well considering it's 8 years old. I have driven far newer cars (Peugeot 207) which don't feel confident in the bends.
What's it like to park?
I find it easy and not a problem at all. The steering can be a little heavy but I find it's not a problem.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes - under warranty; I had the battery, alternator, fan belt, washer jets, thermostat replaced. The dealer were great. I had to have the front suspension bushes replaced as they had split. The car has done 70K, so I take it, these are just wear and tear.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot! The car is very spacious and I love it!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I suppose my favourite items are the ones fitted specifically to my Sport model (over the LX trim). Alloys, front fog lamps and leather steering wheel. I especially like the colour, tonic blue!
