Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.4 CL 5d (01) (2001/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I've always had blue cars until this one. It is in Citrus Gold. Even after 3 years owning this Focus, I still cannot get used to the colour
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They always comment about the colour - "Smart looking"
Would you buy this car again and why?
The jury is still out on this question. The quality of the paintwork and eletronics may persuade me not to. A few gremlins but nothing too nasty - not perfect
What are you likely to buy next?
The Vauxhall Astra range looks top notch at the moment. The Astra design team are brilliant
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,995
When did you buy the car?
April 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
offered 15% discount
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
best looking on the forecourt
What was the dealer like?
Salesman seemed fair in dealings
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
So far not a great deal to say about the engine, runs and runs and runs. The Zetec engine is great
What's it like to park?
No problems in parking, my mirrors are set well!!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Engine management light stays on, they cannot find the problem but engine running sweet for months now. Metal heat plates underneath the car rattle and cause vibration to exhaust. Typical Ford paint bubble at bottom of doors
What's most practical about your car?
Quite spacious all round.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Rear hatch release on dash - although I always forget to use it
