Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 1.8 TDCi Sport 3d (2004/04) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Good taste in cars, sporty looking yet practical.

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

All Like it, even though my mum says imperial Blue is chavy looking, but what does she know.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Not this car but an MK1 RS for sure. Would like something with alot more poke now that my daily commute has reduced significantly.

What are you likely to buy next?

FORD FOCUS RS MK1. Got to love Fast Fords.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

No. On the drive home from collecting the vehicle black smoke started to come out of the exhaust, the cause was a hole in the intercooler that they tried to cover up until it failed and the car also lost boost.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed a diesel for my daily commute, loved the colour and the look of the car.

What was the dealer like?

The Usual salesman, however i did manage to get the car £800 less than the asking price with a 6 months left of Ford Warrenty.

What's it like to drive?

Great, plenty of shove for a diesel, great handling super sharp steering.

What's it like to park?

Easy, its a hatchback so not difficult at all to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Fuel Pump, Turbo, Intercooler, all had to be replaced within the first 12 months of ownership. Faultless since then.

What's most practical about your car?

Fuel consumption and the power it offers for motorway driving.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

In Gear overtaking ability, colour, Imperial Blue is such a great colour.