Ford Focus Hatchback 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Got a very good deal.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Insurance not bad if over 30 and 4 years no claims, poor on fuel, lucky to get 50 miles out of a tank.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Handling is fantastic, clutch a tad heavy, gearbox rubish.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick enough, amazing grip/ handling.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems in first 1000 miles.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Understated, looks good in imperial blue.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, half leather seats, excellent ergonomics, but a fair bit of road noise on the motorway

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Tatcham 1, good locks, buy a 2nd set of locking nuts from McGard, alloy theft is common.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs improving, a few minor problems took the shine off the brand new car buying experience.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems yet, noisy at idle.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes