Ford Focus Hatchback 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Reasonable, although depreciation high

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Main dealer servicing over priced.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Superb handling, all round experience

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good pick up and cruises well at 80mph+ on motorway

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok, although have had engine valve problem

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, great looks and sporty feel.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good all round, ergonomics are excellent, stereo superb

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, mine has a clifford alarm in additon to standard security spec

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Very poor from main dealer-Dagenham motors. Poor knowledge, unreliable information and constantly held for long periods on phone.Ford dealers have a poor reputation and in my opinion, it is justified.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Valve blown

    Other

    Few, but a few clips from seat sliding mechanism have come off.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No