Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.8 Ghia 5d (01) (2002/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Mr average

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Sister had an '04 C-Max which had awful reliability this is alot better.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably not. Expanding family may require something bigger.

What are you likely to buy next?

Kia Ceed SW or Skoda Octavia Estate. Whatever probably a diesel.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,500

When did you buy the car?

November 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Pretty much a straight swap with the Audi even though Focus was newer and had 20,000 less miles

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Had an Audi A2 and was the worst car I've owned. Needed to swap it for something a little more reliable!

What was the dealer like?

Fine

What's it like to drive?

Really nice to drive. Quiet and comfortable on Motorway yet fun and informative in the bends.

What's it like to park?

Fine, easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Alternator went at 50k cheap fix at Ford dealer. Apart from that 65k and and all is well

What's most practical about your car?

Easy to get a good driving position thanks to Elec seat adjustment and reach/rake steering adjustment

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated front screen is great on the cold frosty mornings!