Ford Focus C-MAX (2003 - 2010) 1.6 TDCi LX 5d (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical family man.

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

They all like it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. Because it is reliable and a good size. Boot swallows most items with ease.

What are you likely to buy next?

Would like to consider another Ford, but have been looking at the Kia Cee'd and Hyundia I30 as these have some of the best returns on fuel, insurance is lower than the ford and the equipment levels are much better.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£11,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, managed to get a better that average part exchange on my 98 plate focus. Believe this is because the dealer specialized in sports models and wanted this off there books.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Good sized family car, solid, comfortable and cheap to run.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and helpful.

What's it like to drive?

Very good to drive, Excellent handling and very comfortable. Being an MPV the seat is higher giving you a slightly better view of the roads.

What's it like to park?

Very easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not really. Only normal wear and tear. Also only failed it first MOT last year (2012).

What's most practical about your car?

Good sized family car for the growing family. Very comfortable and relatively cheap to run.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None - only the LX model. But thats what you get with ford.