Ford Focus Hatchback (2005 - 2011) 1.6 TDCi Ghia (110ps) 5d (Euro 4) (2005/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I drive a good sensible car, one of the norm so it sums up my personality.

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

They all like it for me to ferry them around in it. I made a good choice in buying a Ford. Cheap to buy and run.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, I would pick a car with a smoother ride, more reliable than this one.

What are you likely to buy next?

Maybe downsize to a supermini.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,700

When did you buy the car?

June 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Just wanted a car to run about in.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Good handling - what you expect from a Focus but the downside is the firm ride and with so many potholes it never settles.

What's it like to park?

The front view is ok, but the back window is too high so reversing can be tricky. Could do with parking sensors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Problems with particulate filter and turbocharger and the electrics, but seems to be running ok now.

What's most practical about your car?

The biggish boot can take a lot of luggage.The quick and easy way to put the rear seat down to create more luggage space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Has to be the rear electric windows in summer time - never owned a car with rear electric windows so the me a very useful feature.