• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Quite a classy car, with grown up looks.

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

    They like it, although people have differing views on the cars looks.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, at the right price. It feels well built. I would certainly buy another car in the Focus range. I have done 16k in 6 months all weathers. The roof does not leak at all, and everything works as it should.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Don't know.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £13,200

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Very good deal. Consumer confidence in this car was knocked by early leaky cars. This has affected new and used prices. New ones don't leak.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Very good deal and car fitted our needs at the time.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good, not too pushy and delivered as promised.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    very good on most roads, good balance of performance and economy. Good ride and cabin quite quiet.

    What's it like to park?

    Reverse parking can be difficult. Avoid car parks with concrete walls or bollards

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Minor driver door lock noisy, replaced under warranty, washer jet hose fixed, minor trim on A pillar replaced under warranty.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good mpg and performance from the 2.0 tdci engine and great motorway car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Electric roof works well, and impresses simple-minded onlookers.