2003 Ford Focus SVT review from North America
"Best car I've ever owned.. by far!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not much. Brake pads, tie rod ends, antenna snapped off. Might need a new gas cap at 75K...
Best car I've ever had (I've had about 25). Fantastic car for the money or at any price. Definitely a collectors item.
General comments?
Fantastic looks (Euro package in Screaming yellow 2 dr. with black leather).
Incredible handling. Great engine, tranny and brakes. Fast... 110mph in 4th with two gears to go.
Best handling car ever. Would trounce Trans Ams, 300ZX and other cars I've owned in the past.
Serious content for the money. Getrag 6spd, HID lamps, audiophile sound with 6 disc in dash and factory subwoofer., heated leather Recaros. Only added black carbon fiber dash kit and Ford Racing wheels.
Impeccable reliability. Decent fuel economy... mid 20s typically. Very comparable with GTI for 10K less. Don't ever want to sell it. Want the new Euro only Focus RS bad! Way to go Ford! Don't listen to these naysayers! Bring the RS to the US, please!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Focus |
| Date of Entry | 5th June, 2009 |