Owner Tigger     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Owned from new and now 1 year and 13,000 miles old.

Good points: Extremely spacious, very large and well shaped boot, huge d

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

My wife has only covered 38,000 miles since she bought the car new from a main agent and until last year has had it serviced by them. She has had few problems with the car and has been very pleased on

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought the car last summer as a replacement for My VW Golf, car nice and roomy inside with mod cons, the only thing i would fault it on is :::: when its snow or remotely icey the car is really bad, no

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

It is a very average car to drive with lots of wind and road noise. My main concern is the poor paintwork round the bottom of the doors and wheel arches. I have been a spray painter for 20 years and

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought the car second hand, from main dealer, with a promotional discount - so off to quite a good start. <br> <br>Handling is very solid, and the car feels immensely secure on the road.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I have had the car from new. It gets quite a tough life, is used as a load carrier and has just passed 115k miles. Although its a pretty boring car to drive it has been totally reliable - the only &

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This is my Second Focus. I had a Y reg from new and was so impressed I went for an Identical (except colour) 04 plate from new. This car has been faultless from day one. It has only needed 4 new tires

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Weve had the car for nearly two years and it has been great, especially since our other car is a banger! Its great to drive in every way....handling, comfort, economical etc. <br>Started having

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Millenum is special edition - Bright Yellow (never lost it in car park) Bought car 2nd hand about 5 years ago with 14000 miles mileage is now 79000, overall car has been very good, comfortable leather

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought at 3 years old been excellent. <br>let down once only in three years although used most days, alternator diode malfunctioned but had new one fitted under extended warranty. <br>Can

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Its not a sexy car to look at but when you look at it logically this car is hard to beat. Low emissions = low car tax. low insurance yet a punchy drive. great fuel economy. very reliable. This one i

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

good car

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

A really great and reliable car, drives and handles extremely well. Had it now for 6years and no problems to speak of...only niggles are front windows rattle when partially open and the other is an o

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

First rate build , far better than my 306. Ghia spec means that as standard I have equipment that in a Merc or BMW would cost thousands as extras. <br>Cheap to have serviced and after 2 years co

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Whoops! Just to put the record straight, accidently gave this car 5 lemons rather than peaches in my last review. Great car!

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Excellent car although I am writing this very early on as I have owned it for 2 weeks after getting shot of an absolute dog of a Corsa. Handling defies gravity, engines refined, economical and seem to

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Ive had this car for over 3 years, 62K miles, and other than two warranty jobs (power steering pump and rattle from pedal box) just after purchase, it has been a pleasure to own and drive. So much so

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought this ex demo, to replace a very naughty Alfa 156 (Sadly a lemon!) The wife now has a ZT so I have inherited the Focus at 60K, as she does all the miles bless her. Weve never had to much t

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I bought this car 2nd hand from a car supermarket. It had 16,000 miles on it and it was 1 year old. I have had it serviced by the main dealer and it has had a couple of warranty items, 1) a water le

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Uncomfortable seats, engine from a massey ferguson. Dealer service very poor

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Overall an excellent car. My best diesel car yet and light years removed from my previous small Fords and Peugeots. Good points - Quiet, powerful, well built, relaxing drive. Poor points - annoying

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bombproof, reliable and good to drive. <br> <br>TDDi engine has a very agricultural feel to it, and lacks power on the open road, but around town and in "point and squirt" situat

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought this about a month ago, traded in my Fiat Punto which felt like it was held together by plasticine. <br> <br>What can I say about this car? Ive always wanted a focus, a brand new o

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Love this car. Build quality is nearly perfect, so much better than older ford cars. Excellent styling especially inside.This car is not as sporty looking as a civic type r , is not as fast but is mor

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

had the car for about two months,very powerful good looking inside and out good supporting seats.The only things that really bugs the hell out of me are me and the wife use the car but you only get o

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Does what it says on the tin - no messing, no fuss. Gos like a rocket and has run perfectly for 24000 miles

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

We bought the car when it was 3 years old - it had only done 11500 miles, and has done another 12000 in the one year that we have had it. It is a comfortable, smooth drive, and so far has been a reall

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I dont know why so many people rate this car so highly? water leak into passenger footwell after every service, water leak from aeriel into CD player, rough and noisy engine, poor brakes, loose window

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Generally a good car,very economical, comfortable, a good drive and powerful but has a recurring central locking problem which can not be rectified. System clicks randomly and locks the car whilst in

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Just sold a 1.6 petrol and got a 1.8 TDCI, everone tells you how well these engines pull, how fast they are and how cheap they are to run. I must agree, they are quick and boy do they pull, but what f

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I bought my Focus second hand after it had done 17,000 miles in 3 years. Since then I have done a further 30,000 miles and have had no major problems. I have encountered many of the more minor probl

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Excellent ride and great road holding

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

The most reliable car Ive ever owned. It provides a comfortable ride with a good clear view through the windscreen as the seat seems to be positioned high up which is great as Im not that tall. Many

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Purchased this car new in 2002 and as soon as I used the airconditioning I had a puddle of water in the passenger well. After returning it to the dealer over a period of over a year the dash was remov

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Having owned two fiestas from new (both run for 10 years) I thought it was time for a nice new focus. Although rust had affected the fiestas over time I figured the galvanized focus would survive bett

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought as an ex-demonstrator with 10000 miles on the clock, and so far I am very happy with it. I particularly wanted a 2003 model with ABS as standard. The 3 door bodywork looks fantastic, seems well

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I bought mine second-hand 1 month ago, September 04. <br>I had a reasonable look around it but didnt pay too much attention to the bodywork. It was all straight, being dent and repair free. With

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Great to drive, powerful enough and economical. Much better boot than the hatchback. Would recommend to anyone - but dont go to a Ford dealership; look around for better deals.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I purchased a 1999 v reg. Focus TDi estate for work purposes after being very impressed by my other Focus (1.8 3dr Zetec). Although the vehicle had covered 113000+ miles I was pleasantly surprised at

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Just about to hand the company car back after nearly 3 years. Car hasnt missed a beat and provided sturdy service. A few downsides though but this is nitpicking at the end of the day:- <br>Trim

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I have had my Focus now for about 3 weeks, and I am not at all impressed with it. The mpg is naff, it drives like a bus, even though Ive had the tracking done, it cuts out at low speeds and the airco

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

We bought our Focus estate brand new in 99, and we loved it! It drove well, plenty of space, and the air conditioning worked a treat in the summer months! Weve sold it now, because it was actually to

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

We bought our Focus estate brand new in 1999, and it was one of the first Focus estates on the road, so we got a few double takes. It was OK, a great load-lugger But has anybody else had the problems

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Good points: Large inside, Easily parked, Good load lugger, Roomy cabin Bad points: Plastiky, Have to slam the doors, Smells funny when new, Looks plastiky.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This is my first Focus and it drives like a dream. I had no complaints at all about the car until 2 weeks ago when I had a puncture and had to fit that completely useless space saving spare wheel. My

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought my car second-hand from my local Ford main dealer (it was 18 months old and had 10,000 miles on the clock) I got a good deal, and having now owned it for 3 years, am still very pleased with it

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Great car, reliable, flexible and robust Performs well and handles superbly. No major faults, though windows creak when travelling with windows half down (3 door) My husband who is 6 ft 4, finds it c

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

A terrible car for leaking water into the passenger compartment. Even when the car is parked the floor well fills up with as much as 2 inches of water. There is no obvious place where this water is c

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

If the pedal box knocking driving you mad if so read on Technical Service Bulletin No.92/2001 Car and Light/Medium Commercial 15.11.01 Section: 206-06 (12) Model Focus built from 01.1999 (build code

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Had the car 18 Months now, I work for Ford so maintenance is a snip Things Ive done in this period...a service and put fuel in it flew through the MOT The Focus in general has 2 or 3 weak areas, the

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

We bought our car second hand last March 2002 with 15,000 miles on the clock. We were really pleased with every aspect of it from fuel consumption through to build quality. Ten months, 6,000 miles &a

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Drives fantastic. Very smooth ride, fantastic handling, slight understeer but controllable on the throttle. Done 53k trouble free miles. Very few trim rattles.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

If you own a focus, watch out for leaking pollen filters. Water will enter the cabin then make your car stink like 6-week-old damp sock!

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Ive had this car for 2 years now and what a great 2 years its been Very nippy and lots of fun to drive. Ive had it serviced twice and Ive not had to touch the engine in between services I was trying

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Excellent car to drive. Carries loads well and regularly used as a pickup to offload rubbish. Clutch had to be replaced at 45k miles. Paintwork a bit thin and easily scratched. 33mpg.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought with 15000 miles on the clock and now has 98000. Used as a company car and it still drives as well now as it did then Excellent motor car, well done Ford.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I bought my Focus when it was less than one year old and had done 10K miles. It is probably the worst car Ive had The first problem was a knocking from the front end. This took Ford 12 months to fin

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I bought my Focus new in 2000 and have been totally impressed with it There were a few niggles with the paint finish and boot alignment when it was first delivered but eventually Ford sorted these ou

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

My Focus covered 35000 miles in just over 2 years. A fantastic car - the only fault was a duff fuel gauge, replaced under warranty I cant believe some of the comments on this site - criticising the c

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Purchased 2nd hand 1 year ago no problems till now With full tank petrol gauge drops to zero and fuel light comes on and car nearly stalls Interesting to read comments from Ford in the USA, which I a

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Impressed with the handling and performance (depending on the brand of Petrol - dont use Supermarkets) Not impressed with the low quality plastics used in the interior, the dealers, fuel consumption.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I love my Focus!! After months of driving a Golf and forever taking it to be repaired, I decided to give the blue oval another go Having previously owned a Mk1 Mondeo, I knew what I might be letting

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Terrific car generally. Well screwed together, if a little tinny compared to a VW My last car was an Audi A4 that was not a patch on the Focus in any respect bar tinniness, but it still rattled when

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I&#8217;ve had the car from new 20 miles on clock thought it was a decent car until the rear bumper came loose. Radio decides it switches from rear speakers to front and water in passenger footwe

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

As I do around 50,000 miles this car has been a real workhorse with no problems. What have they done to boot space on the modern car no chance of putting the golf clubs in without removing the woods?

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This car was the very best I&#8217;ve ever driven The economy was great, 600 miles to a tank of fuel &amp; about 550 on 50/50 diesel &amp; vegetable oil mix! It ran much cleaner on the ve

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Superb vehicle. Bought especially for high altitude driving in the Alps in winter. Pulls well, handles superbly. Although a two year old s/h dealer car, feels and looks like new Only problem loose ea

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Had car from new, obviously brake discs every 15-20k but has been a great car apart from gearbox failing at 70,000 miles. I would have another Focus.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought car from new after ten months water leak developed. Water came in from n/s/f footwell. Diagnosis from Fords - n/s cowl grille come away from windscreen due to butyl tape lost its sealing compo

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Ive owned this car for 6 months now, and have had no problems with it at all. The build quality of all the important bits seems good, the cabin quality is probably a notch below German...but the car

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Drove a friends Focus (TDCI) and fell in love with them. Fantastic value for money (the Zetec ESP comes with aircon, traction control, ABS, heated front windscreen, electric everything etc., etc.) an

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

My last car was a VW Golf Mk 4, which was vastly superior to the Ford Focus The front bumper is so flimsy, it is falling apart, and rear passenger window will not open, despite being &#8220;fix

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

An awful car, I have owned it for only 6 months from second hand and the car has failed to start on me on at least 10 occasions. The starting problems have been from cold first thing in the morning o

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Have only had this 8 months and it has (so far) been entirely faultless. No reliability issues and no dodgy noises or rattles For its price (&#163;9300 brand new, including &#163;1300 extras

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This car handles well and it corners like it&#8217;s on rails Its got plenty of poke just when you need it especially in town traffic, if you need to overtake or pull out quickly then its there n

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This is the best car I have ever owned. Utterly reliable, reasonable performance for a 1.6, very nice to drive with excellent cornering and a nice ride. Even the servicing cost is reasonable The inte

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This Ford Zetec 1.6 petrol is a very good all round car but it has developed a problem which is very annoying When pulling out of junctions of pulling away at low speeds the car feels completely lack

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

The Focus is easily the best car Ford has made in a long time It handles brilliantly, the engines are very good, and it is extremely reliable Having previously owned a 1.8 Focus, I would recommend th

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Very disappointed with this car - I have owned it for 18 months and it ran brilliantly until a few months ago when it started playing up and hasnt stopped First the engine warning light came on while

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

2 years old and its still as enjoyable and entertaining to drive as new! A real peach BUT! Let down by appalling, obnoxious dealers unable/ unwilling to diagnose faults on the 1st, 2nd,....6th attemp

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Has anyone else had problems with low speed, complete engine cutout Ive had this car for three months now, it has been back to the Ford garage for investigation but presumably nothing was found as th

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought my Focus in Derby, saving around &#163;4000 compared to a UK dealer. As my first diesel car I certainly havent looked back, as I am impressed with the power, economy, and the spec on the G

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Id driven a series of Focuses before I got this one and Id thought they were all pretty good. But theyre nothing compared to this The engine is fantastic - loads of torque and unbelievable mid-rang

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought it in September - 6 months old from main dealer. Looked hard at Golf and a Pug 405 before deciding on the Focus. TDCis were as rare as hens teeth then but dealer got one in a couple of weeks C

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Bought my car in Oct 02, at which time it was 6 months old with 10,000 miles on the clock I work as a kitchen fitter and so needed an estate to carry my tools. Ive always liked the Focus so I started

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

More than happy with the performance and room inside the car.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

The Ford Focus is the best handling small hatchback that I have ever driven. And married to it is the fantastic TDCi engine and its a pleasure to drive every day Its powerful and responsive when you

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Fantastic motor, really moves with a firm drive but not uncomfortable. Only problem, in certain circumstances there is a leak from the windscreen on the passenger side.

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

As a company car driver with an inflexible car scheme, I dreaded the thought of a diesel Focus when told I was getting one. To convince myself I took a test drive in a TDCi and could not believe the

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Love the performance, but it has an irritating squeak like a trapped budgie once its been running for a few minutes, which the dealer denies exists. Weve had to replace the windscreen twice in 6 mont

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

What a fantastic car, this diesel is the first I have owned and it is fab, Im a complete convert The Pride And Joy leaves others standing when I put my foot down (within the speed limit, ahem), is re

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Really pleased with it so far. "Old" 1.8 TDi engine is gruff and rattles like its got no oil in it when you start it from cold (weve nicknamed it "the tractor"), but its sprightly

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

What a great car! Fast, great handling and loads of space make this a real winner No faults with the car after 35k miles. Still feels solid and has been totally reliable Good points: well thought out

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

My first diesel and what an engine! Good to drive on B roads as well as on motorways. Returns about 45m.p.g. And has a range of about 500 miles. Good levels of comfort and equipment but could do wi

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I am on my fourth Focus currently and considering buying a fifth. It is a thoroughly enjoyable car to drive, although my current 1.6 is far inferior to the 1.8 I previously owned. Handling is nothing

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

1.6 Hatchback 200 Top car, 26,000 not a single fault. 40+mpg without trying, very comfy, out handles anything in the class (new Gold included) Seems to be well made although paint not as good as my

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

A fantastic drive My Ford salesman was very helpful, I part-exchanged a 1.8 Focus LX which I bought privately, not knowing that it had been previously written off, I got my 53 model Zetec and am very

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This is the second focus lx TDCI I have had the first one kept stopping for no reasons what so ever on all roads including motorways. When in the end it stopped for no reason on a dual carriageway in

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Overall a good workhorse. The hatchback is too small so the estate was the only option. Good handling &amp; very good economy. Performance is uninspiring but Ive driven the TDCi &amp; it make

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

This is my second Ford Focus; previously I had a 1.8 They are fantastic cars; they handle great, look good, and are pretty fast. Being 6 foot 7 it is one of the few cars other than huge 4x4s I can fi

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

Upgraded from 2.0 Zetec, the ST is a big step up and a different drive from the Zetec. More power from up-rated engine, 6 speed box, up-rated suspension, exhaust, brakes; wheels and exterior make thi

Owner PeachorLemon_Archive     Posted in Ford Focus    Comments 0

I'm a driving Instructor and recently joined a national driving school and got a Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec. Admittedly Im prejudiced against Fords and I was not looking forward to it, I fail to see why Br