Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.8 MP3 3d (2003/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Boy Racer!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends think its great! they love it when it hits 6000rpm!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Possibly...if i did decide to purchase another it would be an ST170 or an ST with the 5 cylinder volvo engine.
What are you likely to buy next?
V6 saloon (Audi A4 or BMW 3) or a V8 automatic 4x4 with LPG (Landcruiser Amazon 4.7 or Jeep Grand cherokee 4.7)
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
The car was £700 cheaper becasue we saw the car on the dealers internet site. Hint: Always check the dealers website before buying a car, its likely to always be cheaper.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The car looked fabulous and the ford brand provides endless scope for aftermarket tuning parts and accessories.
What was the dealer like?
Very impressive, gave a good price for my part exchange
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Outstanding! Slick gear change and responsive steering all combine to give one fine driving expereince. 1.8 16V engine pulls well above 4000rpm but is more at home on the motorway.
What's it like to park?
very easy indeed, light low speed steering helps and theres a good view out of all angles of the car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing, touch wood! But the rear tyres get un-even wear on the inside of the tyre. Kwick-Fit told us that this is a known issue with no cure. Nothing to worry about i was told.
What's most practical about your car?
its a 3 door sporty hatchback, practicality isnt an interest that concerns me. However, i can get 4 adults in the car with ease.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
MP3 stereo is a great touch and the alloys set off the car. Will modify the car soon too, Stainless steel performance exhaust system and Induction kit along with ECU upgrade will be the first of many modifications.
