Ford Focus Hatchback (2005 - 2011) 1.6 Zetec 5d (Climate pack) (2007/07) Owner Review

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Summary
What does this car say about you?
it's a sensible choice but not boring
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
I think people like it very much but are afraid to admit it!
Would you buy this car again and why?
yes definitely but would consider others
What are you likely to buy next?
another Focus or whatever the equivalent is from Ford
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
very good deal I think, paid a little more than trade in value
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
ticked all the right boxes with regards to CO2 emmisions, quality and performance
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
incredibly good, superb handling and quality ride. I tested all the cars this size and the Ford drives better than the Golf and very nearly as good as the BMW 1 series
What's it like to park?
not too difficult, can be tricky to predict how much room you have front and back
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
nothing
What's most practical about your car?
interior size
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
heated front screen, air con