Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.6 LX 5d (AC) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Don't know!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They are quite impressed by it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes I would, but a newer model.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Focus or the equivalent Japanese or Korean model.
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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?
£1,450
When did you buy the car?
March 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes I think so, I traded in my R reg Citroen zx and got £350 for it, and my car is very clean and had a gen. 60000k on the clock.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It was recommended by my mechanic.
What was the dealer like?
He was a one man band and I would describe as a bit of a lad and not very genuine.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's good to drive with great handling, sometimes think the engine could do with a couple more horses, but overall it copes very well.
What's it like to park?
I find it easy to park.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, when I first had it, it was a bit jumpy when accelerating and after changing down...got my mechanic to check it out and the plugs needed replacing.
What's most practical about your car?
A good sized boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None really, it's just a good all round car.
