Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) 2.0 ST170 5d (2004/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm not a brand snob and too tight to stump up the extra for a BMW

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

Very good looking for an ordinary silver hatchback. Although it doesn't make anyone jealous.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I wouldn't mind the new ST.

What are you likely to buy next?

Not sure yet

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,300

When did you buy the car?

October 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

OK price was book price

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

A lot of performance for not a lot of money.

What was the dealer like?

Car supermarket so loads of choice although rather inpersonal service.

What's it like to drive?

Steering and handling superb. Brakes fantastic. Ride noticably firm but smooth on motorways. Tall gearing gives very relaxed cruising at speed. Acceleration a bit flat from a standstill but once engine wound up it is quite fast. Engine doesn’t feel or sound special at low revs. In fact ticking from injectors at idle make it sound a bit diesel like.

What's it like to park?

Visibility good, however surprisingly large turning circle means reverse parking is the standard option.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Engine check light very occasionally comes on but disappears after a few days. Apparently a common fault and only a real problem if it starts flashing.

What's most practical about your car?

The size of the boot with the sits folded down.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Six speed gearbox, xenon lights & heated front screen.