Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.4 CL 5d (01) (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family car, not my cup of tea but for someone who wants a cheap runabout would be perfect.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They enjoy the car, they think it's perfect for a first driver.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Probably a more newer and up to date version of it yes.
What are you likely to buy next?
A convertible, preferably an Audi or a VW.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,300
When did you buy the car?
December 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
No, as I've spent over £500 fixing it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Friendly, talkative, polite, persuasive.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Pulls slightly bur otherwise a pretty smooth running car.
What's it like to park?
Easy to park as it's not a huge car can fit in to pretty tight spots.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, wheel bearing gone, sunvisor missing, exerior strip coming off, few scratches, cigarette mark on driver's seat, few interior faults. Hole in the exhaust pipe.
What's most practical about your car?
It's an efficient car that gets me from A to B and is quite nippy.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The air con.
