Ford Focus Hatchback 1.8 Zetec 5d (98) (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I get about 40mpg usually, even when driven hard occasionally.
Costs
Exhaust system replaced when 4 years old. Tyres reasonable price, even though they are 195s.
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On the road
Driving
Lovely on country roads and fast around town, too. Watch for spinning the front wheels when pulling away in the rain though!
Performance
Sweet. Beat a 2.0SRI Cavalier at the lights :-)
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Living with it
Reliability
Starts first time ALMOST every time. Nothing has gone wrong with it.
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Very nice anyway, but the subtle modifications like clear indicators and side repeators make such a difference.
Comfort
Front seats very good. A little shoulderache on long journeys. Back seats have good legroom, but could be more comfortable. I replaced the radio/cassette with a CD player straight away.
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Security and Service
Security
Bonnet lock novel idea. I always use the 'double-lock' feature and remove the radio front and have no worries about leaving it.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
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