Other Ford Focus (2005 - 2011) models:

  • Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not keen on paying the extra for a Golf.

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

    3 close family members have a Focus.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Golf or Polo.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,995

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Average I suppose, book price but they threw in rear parking sensors and a 2 year ford warranty.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Had many Fords before including a 53 Mk 1 focus, I was very pleased with that so why change.

    What was the dealer like?

    Big dealership with many branches. Very pleasant and helpful salesman.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Ok but not as good as the mk1.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy with the parking sensors.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No it's beed 100% reliable.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The rapid screen clearing in cold or damp weather.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    It's fairly basic but it does have a heated front & rear screen which I like.