Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.8 TDCi Edge 3d (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Sporty and young..

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

Very nice flash car.. Too young to have a car that nice iv been told (im 19)

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes definatly as this is my second focus! I originally had a 1.4 3dr zetec focus when I turned 18, wanted something with a little more oomph and better fuel consumption..

What are you likely to buy next?

A focus!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,500

When did you buy the car?

January 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Not really, tried haggling price down, brought loads of autotrader and parkers printouts into the deal but wouldnt budge..

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Diesel - More power and cheaper to run + insure etc

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly car salesman type.. (usual)

What's it like to drive?

Very very smooth and very minimal road noise compared to alot of cars iv driven/been in.

What's it like to park?

Can be awquard as you cant see much when reversing as the rear window is quite high up, but you get used to it - havent bumped it yet so must be ok..!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Air conditioning was leaking and didnt work when I bought the car, had 4 trips back to the main dealer to sort this problem. Was all covered under warrenty to wasnt too fussed..

What's most practical about your car?

Its big and roomy inside so 5 people can sit relitivly comfortably inside..

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Bonnet catch under front badge - its cool!