Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) Owner Reviews
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- Year/plate: 2003/52
- Bought: Used in August 2017
purchased mt focus st for £999 private sale fantastic handling 6 speed gearbox sharp brakes etc does everything a hot hatch...
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- Year/plate: 2003/53
- Bought: Used in February 2015
An great example of an excellent Ford. This car has provided me with 5 years and 30,000 miles of mainly...
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- Year/plate: 2005/05
- Bought: Used in December 2017
Fantastic steering feel mean driving experience in more 'analogue', but terrific fun, yet the ride is well-damped and compliant. Performance...
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- Year/plate: 2003/52
- Bought: Used in October 2010
I wanted a quick non turbo car on a budget. I'v'e previously owned several cars including a Capri 2.8i, a...
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- Year/plate: 2002/02
- Bought: Used in September 2016
It's a bit slow but handles ok and is pretty cheap to run and fix! I haven't had many problems...
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- Year/plate: 2005/05
- Bought: Used in January 2017
Nice to drive, smooth gear change and adequate performance from the 1.6 engine. Not a particularly powerful unit for its...
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- Year/plate: 2004/54
- Bought: Used in August 2013
I have put that I would not recommend the Focus and this is because as a Mk1 they are all...
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- Year/plate: 2003/03
- Bought: Used in August 2009
I have owned many cars over the years,but this car is without a doubt the best car I have ever...
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- Year/plate: 1999/T
- Bought: Used in September 2016
Rock solid chassis means you can throw it about and have confidence in the corners. Steering is responsive and acceleration...
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- Year/plate: 2004/54
- Bought: Used in April 2013
The reason for being overly negative about the Focus is that the Mk1 is an old car and is suffering...
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