Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.6 Elle 3d (2002/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It just says that im sensible i guess

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

My friends and family really like the car as its a 3 door with leather seats its a bit more rare than other 5 door models. They really enjoy the ride and the stereo

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yeah i would buy this car again but I would be looking at a faster car next time round when I have more money to spend so maybe an st170 before I get my sports car

What are you likely to buy next?

Audi TT, Mazda RX8, Honda s2000, Focus st170, Focus RS, Porsche Boxter

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,345

When did you buy the car?

March 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yeah the deal I thought was good, the car is pretty rare and was in very good condition. Managed to knock off £150 off of the sticker price too.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed a decent car for the work commute

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and they have a good reputation which is why I was confident in buying from them

What's it like to drive?

The drive is very nice and smooth, handling is sharp. The suspension and tyres do pick up road noise and you can feel the bumps on the poor road surfaces

What's it like to park?

the car is easy to park but not as easy as the clio as that was tiny

Have you had any problems with the car?

No, although a stone had cracked my fog light a week after i bought it which set me back 45quid for a new one.

What's most practical about your car?

better rear space in the back than my clio to squeeze my mates in the back if i ever take passengers

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

heated leather seats, in dash 6cd autochanger and stereo controls, quickclear windscreen and wing mirrors.