Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 2.0 ST170 3d (2004/04) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That i am NOT a boy racer and i like a sensible not over the top hot hatch and enjoy a bloody good drive every nown and then.

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

They love it, espeically my mates.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No as i never would have a car twice but if i had no choice...YES!

What are you likely to buy next?

Most likely a Focus RS or ST3.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,600

When did you buy the car?

March 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. I bought it from BCA Car Auctions in Manchester. I saved £2000 pounds buying from auction, a much better way to do it!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Love Focus'es, love the way they drive and i have always liked the ST170.

What was the dealer like?

BCA are always very cooprative.

What's it like to drive?

Very nice! Much more pleasnt with the 6 speed gear box, but a bit clunky if anything. Drives over bumpy roads no problem and corners like its on rails!!! Has a very torquey engine so any gear any where really, it will sit in 6th and cruise very happily to a 35mpg run.

What's it like to park?

Ah, now thats not the ST170's best feature. Visibility when performing any parking is quite difficult but not immposible i have been in worse cars. Turning circle is more like a 5 point turn due to its chassis setup and its 17" wheels.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nope! (touch wood).

What's most practical about your car?

I can fit my family in it fine and it has a very good boot!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

ST Dials, A/C and leather