Ford Focus ST (2012 - 2018) 2.0T ST-2 Hatchback 5d (2012/62) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Hopefully not what my neighbours think.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Well, after two days one of neighbours wrote **** in the dust on the bonnet!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, overall the drive isn't what I expected. For the power and sport credentials its just not quite there, will look for rear-wheel drive next time.
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 3/4 series.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£18,500
When did you buy the car?
June 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Bought when these cars were scarce on the second hand market but paid, for a 6 month old car, £6k less than list as this was from a Ford Privilege scheme member.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted a faster, better handling, better looking car (than a VW Passat) but needed to compromise on practicality for a family of 4, my wife wanted a smaller, manual car that wasn't an Audi or a BMW.
What was the dealer like?
Excellent. Sales chap was nice, business manager was very good.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Initially it felt great, having just owned an under-powered family saloon. 12 months on it disappoints me; yes there's plenty of power, and torque steer, the handling is good but it doesn't seem to live up to my expectations - I was hoping for better and I don't find myself engaged with the car.
What's it like to park?
Easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing
What's most practical about your car?
5 door hot-hatch.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
DAB
