Ford Focus ST (2012 - 2018) 2.0T ST-3 Hatchback 5d (2013/13) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Blue oval fan.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's generally well liked. The colour (Spirit Blue) receives a lot of attention and comments.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, it's a bit soul-less.
What are you likely to buy next?
Jaguar XF.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£21,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
The dealer matched a price from an online new vehicle distributor.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Replacement for my MKII Focus ST-2.
What was the dealer like?
Good, I've used them 4 times now.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The theatre and drama of the previous ST are long gone. Although the new ST is powerful, it doesn't feel exciting to drive.
What's it like to park?
No issues.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The reversing camera failed intermittently during my first week of ownership. The image would invert, or not display at all. Ford SYNC requires a fuse pull to reset it when it crashes, it's annoying but not particularly difficult to remedy. Axle tramp is an issue which ford have reportedly fixed on the soon to be released face lift version.
What's most practical about your car?
5 doors.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Reversing camera and satellite navigation.
