2001 Ford Focus ZTS review from North America
"Not bad, but could be better"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had a accident with included spinning the car, and hopping a curb ending up on the lawn of an office building. This was due to the left drive axle and left cv boot snapping out of place while turning a corner. Once I hit the curb, major body damage, as well as mechanical damage was done. This ended up costing me $3000.00.
Also likes to oversteer(rear wheels lose grip and push the back end of the car out) at the limit.
Brakes are strong, but do not last long. Also they create a lot of dust on the front wheels. Plus, after putting about 1000kms on them, they squeak like no tomorrow!
General comments?
Before the accident I loved the car.
It has amazing grip with the 205/55R16 tires.
The suspension is very tight and sporty, yet still floats when cruising.
It's overall styling inside and outside are very eye catching.
Good value for the money.
Needs a touch more low-end torque.
Front suspension is great for carving into hard turns
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 4 cylinder ZETEC 16-valve Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 36553 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 52119 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 6th July, 2005 |