1998 Ford Focus LX review from UK and Ireland
"I'm not surprised it's the UK's most popular car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I've only owned the car a month and can report few problems.
After being stung before, I got an RAC check (something that I would definatly recommend). It showed that the car was fine apart from a faulty fuel gauge (£170), an exhaust bracket (£10) and worn brake discs.
I know several other people with Foci and they have had a reasonably trouble free time.
General comments?
The styling is still cutting edge, despite seeing them at every turn.
The 1.8 zetec isn't a super-quick engine, but it's pretty economical and it's very smooth with very few flat spots in the rev range.
My main complaint with the Focus is the seats, which give me chronic backache as they've got no lumbar support.
The Focus is great fun to drive with amazing handling considering it's a front wheel drive runabout.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 zetec Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 47000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 79000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Micra |
| Date of Entry | 17th July, 2002 |