Ford Focus ST (2006 - 2010) 2.5 ST-2 3d (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I dont care what it says about me! If it says Boy racer thats fine, if it says I'm the owner of a fmaily hatchback (albeit a fast one) that's fine too.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Who cares? I bought the car becuse we liked it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, but in burnt orange and an ST3 variant with climate control as an option.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another ST, when the new model arrives.
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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?
£17,200
When did you buy the car?
June 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, the car was a demonstrator and had just been put up for sale. It was the right car, at the right price at the right time.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Simply put, because I liked the looks of the car.
What was the dealer like?
Friendly and efficient, but they tend to be when getting £17K sales dont they?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It still feels like it did the first time I drove it. Fast, agile, responsive and all cars rolled into one.
What's it like to park?
Turning cirlce could be better but parking is fine, but watch those alloys.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only the clock on the audio unit which was a fault due to the intstrument cluster. Diagnosed, ordered and fitted within 2 weeks.
What's most practical about your car?
Its a 5 seater hatchback with acres of room.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Submarine lighting at night gives the cabin a nice warm red glow and those xenons.
