Ford Focus Estate 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Efficient relatively cheap main dealer servicing. No expensive repairs yet. Modest depreciation.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Some repairs due no doubt to being a high mileage vehicle.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Occasional front wheel spin from rest: probably my driving!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Estimate 30mpg short runs/town, 42 motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    See 'problems' below: has never broken down.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fine for a family.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fairly spacious and good access. Pleasant interior. Head-rests and windscreen side pillars restrict visibility.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Immobiliser and central locking.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Efficient. Good continuity from other dealerships if there is Ford SH. Can also price via Ford website.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New engine at 80,000 before I had vehicle: don't know why.

    Other

    Self-cancellers on indicators needed part replacement. Speedo briefly dropped to zero three or four times!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes