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Which Hatchback?
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Helloooo, anyone there?
Kinda dead here. But this is a pertinent topic for me as I am working on narrowing down the choice of my next car among several compact hatches. The main candidates right now, in alphabetical order, are: Ford Focus SE 5MT: Plusses are a slick 5-speed stick, composed chassis, excellent EPA fuel economy numbers, and a flat load floor. Also it will likely be the lowest priced car (if purchased new) ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Re: Focus Electrical problems, I may have fixed it [crbastow]
I have a 2007 Ford Focus....Has run fine for 60,000 since I bought it a year ago....then, with no warning, one hour into a three hour drive, things started shutting off, the lights dimmed to nothing and the car stopped....waited 10 minutes and tried starting, clicked, and waited..turned over...waited..and then it started and ran fine for two hours...and then repeated what had happened before....took alternator off...no easy task...took to oreilley's for ... Read More
Ford Focus SVT
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Ford Focus SVT Manual
My buddy has a Ford Focus SVT (dual overhead cam vin starts with five, year falls between 2000 to 2007) and his transmission is stuck in third but the shifter itself is stuck in fourth. He says that on his way to work this morning that he went to shift from third to fourth and his vehicle remained in third while the shifter went to fourth and would not come out. ... Read More
Gas pedal
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Gas pedal
I have a 2007 Ford Focus SE and once in awhile the gas pedal is hard to push down. Yesterday when I was driving it was ok then when I was trying to pick up speed after slowing down it would not push down. The car was declining in speed itself. I had to pull over and place it it park and stomp on the pedal several times until it started ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Need help in Cali
I have a Ford Focus 2007 and its security alert light keeps blinking whenever the car is not running. I've checked all the seatbelts and the seats and made sure they are proper secure and in the right order whenever I lock it. Does anybody know why the light keeps blinking? I'm afraid it could effect my car battery,could this be possible? Pls advice.
2012 Ford Focus
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Just as I expected - expensive & cramped [farout]
which is not what you expected from a "Focus". Why would Ford do this to you? Take a look at the BMW 1-series. It's nearly as expensive as the 3-series, but w/ much less rear leg room plus a more spartan interior. That's b/c the 1-series is really a 3-series shrunken down. So pretty much everything is just as complicated, & thus hardly any less expensive to build. The new Mk3 ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Re: Predicting or detecting electrical problems in 2007 Ford Focus? [99_escort_se]
We have had a 2007 Ford Focus for several years (which we also bought used) and we love it. I have to have a van but my husband needed something that gets great mileage for work and the Focus has been wonderful. The only problem we have had (happened twice) was that it would not go in park. I found the answer on here (Ford knows about it but has done ... Read More
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Re: Predicting or detecting electrical problems in 2007 Ford Focus? [99_escort_se]
Drive it around...ALOT...even if you have to stop and put gas in it. Take it on the highway, up hills, etc.. Let it sit with the hood closed, running while you talk to the people afer you get back so it builds up a lot of heat under the hood - that will kind of help identify any "heat soaking" issues with elecrical components that only fail when they get really ... Read More
2012 Ford Focus
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Re: Nothing's changed [shipo]
Can you provide a reference for your numbers? Here's what one source says on the subject (emphasis added by me), from a year ago: The ability to drive a car equipped with a manual transmission is becoming a dying art. The sales numbers tell the story: In 1985, according to Ward’s Communications, 22.4% of all vehicles sold in the United States came with a manual transmission. By 2007, the number had ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Predicting or detecting electrical problems in 2007 Ford Focus?
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Predicting or detecting electrical problems in 2007 Ford Focus?
I have a 1999 Ford Focus and LOVE it - bought it used. Great gas mileage, no problems, etc. Am thinking it's time to replace it and was looking at the 2007 Ford Focus -(four door sedan) a used one, but see that some of them have LOTS of problems with the alternator or other electrical problems. Is there anyway to determine or "test" a used car to see if it ... Read More
Ford Focus Transmission Problems
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2007 Focus Transmission problems
I have a 2007 Ford Focus that has a little over 69000 miles on it. I began to notice that when it needs to shift up (from 3rd gear up from what I can tell) I feel a vibration and it will either shift back down or finally jump up to the gear it needs to be in. This problem was much more frequent when traveling up a hill. Over the ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Re: electrical [hault]
My husband and I own a 2007 ford focus and yesterday I noticed that the reverse lights did not come on when we were backing up. then the horn stopped working when we set the alarm on the car. and now the left turn signal and break light stopped working. all of this happened in less than 24 hours. can anyone give me ideas?
Ford Focus Transmission Problems
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Ford Focus 2007 SES coupe tranny
Anybody knows how to replace the "E" solenoid and what is the wiring colors? :(
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Re: Second transmission problem for my 2007 Focus [mmj2]
HI There...I know this post is old, but I'm having the EXACT same issue on the same vehicle with about the same miles. Pep boys pulled code p0772 (they were right in front of me when the problem occured) and I am going to take it to the dealer tomorrow as I'm hoping it is covered under the ford power train warranty. I was wondering how this turned out for you? ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: How much should i pay for this certified 2007 Ford Focus S… [russman187]
Do yourself a favor and DO NOT BUY A FORD FOCUS.....................they have trouble with the TRANSMISSIONS...............I had 38 thousand miles and took it to a Dealer as the engine light came on and the car was jerking they said it was a selenoid replaced it to the tuneof $500.00+ and it did the same thing now they say it is the transmission.........................Just don't do it.........................
Ford Focus Transmission Problems
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Update on 2007 Focus by mmj2
I had a second repair job done on my Ford Focus for transmission problems in July 2009. The transmission was shifting on the upwards side and then winding up high rpms then clunking down into a lower gear. The tranmission light came on. On the second time we had the car repaired, it took about 4 weeks total. This is a long time for someone to wait who may be dependent ... Read More
Ford Focus Care & Maintenance
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2007 ford focus
Could a fuel filter be done fairly easy?
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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How much should i pay for this certified 2007 Ford Focus S…
How much should i pay for this certified 2007 Ford Focus S… Bodystyle: 4 door Sedan Engine: 4-Cyl. 2.0 Liter Transmission: Automatic Ext. Color: Black Mileage: 39,674 Im bidding $8700 before taxes and fees thusfar…thanks! Bill.
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Re: How much should i pay for this certified 2007 Ford Focus S… [carolr94]
I ordered a 08 SES but I had the 5 speed trans put in. With the manual trans the car preforms much better then with the auto. My wife got the same model with the auto. transmission and I drove bothh. GET THE MANUAL! you will be glad you did
Ford Focus Transmission Problems
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Second transmission problem for my 2007 Focus
I have a 2007 ford focus with 48,000 miles that we bought about four months ago. As my wife and I were on our way to play a game of golf which is 70 miles away, the car started to miss gears and rev up high with no gear then clunk into a lower gear. The overdrive off light came on and then the engine light too. We were near the ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Re: 2007 Ford Focus SES sedan [robfla]
Update on my Focus.Still enjoy driving the car, but im extremely disappointed with the problems that have occured. I will list the dealer stated repairs and you judge for yourself. In addition to the problems stated in the previous post, this is what has happend. The grunting/squeaking noise is the normal result of a parking brake engaged when entering or exiting the car, loading groceries,etc. Dealer says this is normal and ... Read More
Ford Focus Transmission Problems
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Ranting about my Focus experience...
I bought a 2005 Ford Focus hatchback in May 2008 to replace my gas guzzler of an SUV. I loved the car, it had power, pep and looked great. However, I ended up disliking the lack of power options (no AC in the summer was a bummer). So I went to Bay Ford in Port Orchard, Washington and traded it in for a 2007 Ford Focus SE sedan. Almost right out ... Read More
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Ford Focus SE4 EX
I purchased this 2005 Focus used in 2007. Was great for the first year-plus and I put about 55K miles on the car. Then I started having auto-electric issues (which are chronicled in another thread on this site: battery died mysteriously, anti-theft fuse blew and shut the car down, alternator went up). A couple weeks ago, the transmission acted up. Shifted rough, and didn't feel like it was getting out of ... Read More
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2003 Ford Focus Transmission Problems
Bought 2003 Ford Focus in 2004...car had 33K on it.....I also bought an extended warranty. In 2006, I had the transmission fixed under warranty. In 2007, the steering wheel locked and that was also fixed under warranty. All warranties expired about 6 months ago. During the last month I occasionally noticed hesitation and some hiccuping. Last Monday, the car sounded much worse...took it to the dealer's service dept....they tell me it's ... Read More
Ford Focus Owners Tell Ford What you Want!
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No Cabin Filter on 2007 Focus. Why?
Not only is there no filter there is no means to install one as in the earlier model years. In it's place there is a plastic box with a wire screen glued into place. Is there any way to back date this on my car? All I need is a part#. I have the ambition and the need for it's installation. Ford says no. I finally decided to buy USA and ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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ur still dead wrong
There are people out there who still want to buy American and will choose the Focus over those others. Have you sat in one recently? The quality is far better than the 2007.....To make it a 5,000 off car you have to go into HOLDBACK to do it....that is not the first option. HB on a Focus is in the 550's. It can happen if Ford tosses more rebates... they won't ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Re: Focus - cruise not working
Cruise control not working Car: 2007 Ford Focus SE I bought a used Focus (only powertrain warranty) which has the buttons for cruise control. I did not test cruise control during my test drive so don't know if it ever worked. Everything else works fine. When I turn on the cruise control I get no response - the speedcontrol light on the dash does not illuminate. If I press "set/acc" and ... Read More
Ford Focus: MPG-Real World Numbers
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2007 Focus SE Great MPG
I bought my 2007 Focus SE 2.0l about 2-3 months ago when it had about 1200 miles on it. I have been getting about 34-37 MPG with about 80% highway. I had one trip on the interstate where I did get 40 MPG. I have a little over 4000 miles on it now and I wonder what kind of mpg I will see in the future. This is a big improvement ... Read More
2008 Ford Focus
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Re: Focus Bashers [creakid1]
But the way to bash the '08 American Focus is not in the reliability issues, as recently the Focus already beats most German cars in this area after using Mazda technology under the hood. A decently comfy ride & controllable rear drift from the Control Blade rear suspension, along w/ great steering feedback is what makes the Focus so great. Even after switching to electro-hydraulic power steering on the C-1 Euro ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Re: 2007 Ford Focus SES sedan [robfla]
Sorry 2 hear about your car issues. My loaded 03 ZTW just passed 36K and has had ZERO problems, other than a battery (which leaked after 4 years, corroding the cable, which needed to be replaced). Batteries only last 2 years in FL, and I had this one for 1 1/2 years in ND + 2 1/2 in FL, so 4 years was awesome (corroding the cable sucked, though...) I went ... Read More
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2007 Ford Focus SES sedan
Last car was a 2004 Pontiac Vibe. Sold it and bought this car new. Paid 13,300 with a 5-spd trans. The focus drives like a sports car, no doubt about it. At 500 miles a large amount of oil began leaking from the engine into my driveway. The dealer diagnosed a inccorectly machined "engine rivet" from the factory. He called it a "rivet and showed it to me on the block, ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Re: Something dings constanly, while turning dome light on. [hault]
I am in process of trading in my 2000 focus for a new one... my fuel pump was recalled - i had already replaced it so i got my deductible back. since i started with a different mechanic (because i moved) every time he touches one thing another goes out - so i am towing it to ford and starting over - probably i will pay the extra with this one ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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2007 Focus
Just bought a 2007 SE. Great deal with all the rebates. So far about 400 miles on the car. It is not quite what I am used to, but a fun car to drive. I hope it lasts like my last Ford. 2007 Focus Sedan SE package Safety package Moon roof cruise tilt etc... Already at 34 MPG.....only first tank of gas....
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Re: Stupid 4 speed Auto. [mschmal]
"A first for Ford is the firm’s new PowerShift gearbox, which is similar to VW’s DSG semi-automatic transmission. Using twin clutches, it pre-selects the next gear, allowing faster changes. The six-speed ‘box can be used as a full automatic, or with steering wheel-mounted paddles. It goes on sale in spring, costing around £950." http://newsletter.autoexpress.co.uk/c/11YilAnl46M46Jh Ford thinks that Focus buyers in America are bunch of cheapskates that don't deserve the best transmission. ... Read More
Ford Focus Electrical and Lighting Problems
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Re: A bunch of winers about Ford Focus [ian2604]
Kind of interesting..I agree with everyone on both sides. There are good luck stories and not so good luck stories. After posting my problem, and solution on this board and mentioning continuing small problems with my old focus(s) YES...I just bought another one. Problems and all the focus zx3 to me has one of the best designed cockpits and instrument layout of any car I have driven, so I bought one ... Read More
Ford Focus Owners Tell Ford What you Want!
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Tried to help Ford, but they don't want it
I have been trying my best to buy American, and to buy a Ford. I would like to help them in a time of need. I'm pretty easy, too, I like plain cars. But if Ford thinks they can sell a car in 2007 without rear head restraints or even an option for Head curtain airbags they are clearly not in touch with reality. Driving to work today in my soon ... Read More
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Press Request
A reporter is interested in talking with owners of the Chevy Malibu, Ford Focus, Toyota Corolla, or Nissan Sentra who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jfallon@edmunds.com no later than Thursday, November 27, 2007 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren.
2008 Ford Focus
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Press Request
A reporter is interested in talking with owners of the Ford Focus who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jfallon@edmunds.com no later than Thursday, November 27, 2007 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren.
Article Comments - 2008 Ford Focus First Drive
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You guys forgot what the purpose of the original Focus is
It's about the excellent feel/feedback of its quick (but steady) steering, plus the predictability of the oversteer only high-tech multi-link rear suspension such as this Control Blade set up can provide. But now... creakid1, "Ford Focus Sedan" #1944, 6 Nov 2007 1:43 am (see post#1944) creakid1, "Mazdaspeed3 vs. VW V GTI vs. Civic Si" #1300, 15 Aug 2007 9:18 am (new Euro Focus) http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/grouptests/204822/ford_focus.html "The suspension is so well oiled, gliding ... Read More
2008 Ford Focus
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Re: 2008 Ford Focus [wenhead]
I was considering the 2007 and 2008 Ford Focus over the summer. The 2007 would have been a great deal, but the car was just too dated at that point even though it had a lot of virtues such as a good ride/handling combo. I had hope for the '08 model, but I don't like the way it looks. It'll probably look a bit different in person, but I think that ... Read More
Ford Focus ZX5
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2008focuszx5?
ford finally made an attractice focus zx5 wagon in 2007,with the handsome body package and sunroof.really sharp. should ford continue to sell that vehicle in 2008-2009 until the euro focus arrives.as they did with the 2 door escort,when the focus arrived.?
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Ford Focus: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [lee_w]
Red 2007 Focus ZX4 SES with no options: $13,200. Purchased from Golf Mill Ford in Niles, IL. This is apparently the largest Ford dealership in Illinois, and their salespeople are typical of car salesmen in that they use high pressure tactics. Would not recommend. However this was the only dealership in the area that had 5-speed Focuses that were not bare bones or fully optioned.
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Re: Focus Prices [gsquare58]
Portsmouth Ford NH Google them look up their flyer on the site. 2007 S sedan or hatch for 9995 MSRP is about 14000 No AC etc....5 speed And that price is derived from MSRP less rebates etc... Buying one with AC and a few extras adds about 1500 to the advertised price. I think there might even be an extra 500 off for a motivated buyer. NO ONE should pay for ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Re: 07 focus [chetj]
"...that euro focus looks better though" At least for the sedan version, I think the MkII is more bland. I prefer our '05-07 MkI ST sedan w/ Mondeo's nose: creakid1, "2008 Ford Focus future vehicle" #70, 4 Jul 2007 9:10 pm
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Still Lovin' my Focus ST
Still loving my 2007 Focus ST. Just turned over 14,000 miles on it. As above, the 2.3L engine in the lightweight body is a joy, and it handles beautifully. I got rid of the mediocre Pirellis and put a set of Goodyear F1 GS-D3s on at 1500 miles, as well as putting a 1mm thicker sway bar on the back. Exactly what Ford should have done from the factory. Only regret ... Read More
Ford Focus Engine Problems
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2007 Ford Focus engine fire
Hello, i bought a new 2007 Ford Focus six months ago, i have barely over 10k miles on it. today i was driving to work and smoke started to come through all the vents, so i pulled off the freeway and popped the hood. the engine was on fire. looked like it started from the alternator. its under warranty and got towed to the dealership. the service dept is closed until ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2007 focus 3 door se [lablover2]
Hit 20-30 dealers end of month with emails for bids on your model in several colors. SE/SES brown, etc. Out of the 1/2 who respond, work the top 3 against each other. If you only solicited 3-5 bids from the locals (the usual suspects) that may explain your problem. Unfortunately american car franchisees whether Honda or Ford etc are pretty much the same in tactics etc. The parent american companies problems ... Read More
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Re: 2007 focus 3 door se [jfritsch]
no luck with the dealer-price is the best they can do-and, no other ford dealers have responded for quotes-see why ford is not doing well?
2008 Ford Focus future vehicle
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Re: Why do we get the left overs???? [dj2big]
"FORD FOCUS 2008 IS A 2007 IN MEXICO!!!" No, it's not. Our '08 looks embarrassingly ugly. I don't want to be seen in one. :D & I'd rather get our '07 ST w/ the big 2.3 (no turbo, please), which no one else gets: http://www.fordvehicles.com/cars/focus/features/specs/ http://www.gulfcoastnews.com/RT2005FordFocus.htm The newer "foreign" Focus, which is what Mexico also gets today from Europe, w/ a too-wide body is somehow less handsome by comparison: http://www.ford.com.mx/vehicles/vehicles.asp?idModel=FOC Eventhough ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Why do we get the left overs?
I just bought a 2007 focus SES sedan. Very nice car. Im happy. Until I saw this. www.ford.com.mx Geez at theres have the mirrors and door handels painted. Not only that they have the 2008 Focus ST as a 2007!!! Plus a bunch of cool colors!!! I feel jipped off.......wait gas is $3.20 a gallon right now and im getting about 30 mpg, I take that back I feel like I ... Read More
2008 Ford Focus future vehicle
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Why do we get the left overs????
FORD FOCUS 2008 IS A 2007 IN MEXICO!!! www.ford.com.mx
Ford Focus Wagon
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Focus Wagon gone...
This is very sad... I'm glad I got a Dark Red 2007 SES Wagon in Nov '06. The engineering and build quality are inferior (in varying degrees)to my wifes 2003 VW Jetta Wagon in every meaningful way with the exception of steering feel and roominess. But...I wanted to put my money where my mouth is and buy American. I'm very proud to drive a Ford built by the good folks at ... Read More
2008 Ford Focus future vehicle
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focus restyling
The European Focus is getting a restyling. It will look like the new Mondeo: http://auto-future.blogspot.com/2007/07/ford-focus-restyling.html
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Is this a good price or can I do better? [delcorbett]
I don't know what your timeline is but august-sept is bound to be a shooting gallery for these cars. Do try 10-20 chevy dealers via email before july 6 or end of month for 13ish on a chevy malibu ls 4 cyl base before a Cobalt. Lots more car for the money. I've seen 12800 prices for GM supplier folks. Possibly 15-16000ish for the V6LT model. Good Luck --jjf I live ... Read More
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Re: Is this a good price or can I do better? [jfritsch]
I live in Miami Florida, Cuba 2. I do Have a few within driving distance. I think Maroone, Gus Machado, and a few others, Maybe a world Ford something. It is a 2007 Ford Focus ZX3 S with option 572, manual Air Conditioning. Thats all it had and thats all I wanted. Color does not matter but this one is cd silver. I have see ad's for teaser cars in the ... Read More
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Re: Is this a good price or can I do better? [delcorbett]
We don't know what your state is so taxes can vary from 300-1000 dollars. These vehicles sell at steep discounts, especially the S models. If you look up an SE you will see at least msrp wise, you get power options and Air conditioning for aoubr 1200 more. You want a minimum of 5500 off MSRP. I've seen the base models advertised (teaser ads) for 6000-7000 off. Look up on kbb.com ... Read More
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Is this a good price or can I do better?
I am in the market for a can and I got a quote on a New 2007 Ford Focus ZX3 S with A/C for 13,499 OTD, I know the invoice for this car is 12,977 plus 791 for the A/C so thats 13768 right there, and the there would be destination charge, tax title, registration, and what ever else they try to stick you with. I really wanted it in yellow ... Read More
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This is what I paid today for a 2007 Ford Focus SES
Vehicle Description FOCUS 2007 4-DOOR SES 2.0L DOHC ENGINE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Exterior - LIQUID GREY CC METALLIC Interior - CHARCOAL/LT FLINT TRIM CLOTH BUCKET SEATS Standard Equipment INCLUDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE EXTERIOR . 16" ALLOY WHEELS . P205/50R16 TIRES . BODY SIDE MOLDINGS . DUAL POWER MIRRORS . VARIABLE INTERVAL WIPERS . REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER . SOLAR TINTED GLASS . FRONT FOG LAMPS INTERIOR . AIR CONDITIONING . AM/FM STEREO ... Read More
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2007 Focus 3 door $12,031.
Was told by Future Ford of Clovis that $12,031 before tax and license was the best they could do. I said no deal. I was pushing for 10K. It was a 2007 3 door, manual transmission, really only option was AC.
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Kia has potential
Kia built the Ford Festiva. I've never owned a car that was still solid at 250k, except for my 1990 Festiva, which still purrs like a kitten and gets 35MPG city. When I was looking in the 16-20k range, I looked at all of them, and settled on the 2007 Ford Focus ST. Paid just over $14k,(sticker was over $18k) and looking at what others have paid, that was just a ... Read More
Ford Focus: MPG-Real World Numbers
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2007 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 2.3l manual
I've got 9950 miles on my 2007 ST. The comments on the 2005 ST also pertain to the 2007. It is a wonderful little car, IMO, the best "bang for the buck" in compact cars today. If I could change one thing, it would be to make it RWD. I traded a 1999 Miata in for the Focus, and the Focus is as much fun, in it's own way. If it ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2007 focus
i just bought a 07 basic focus for a whopping 9300$....msrp 14,075...my wife is a filipino so the price went from 98 to 9300$...first time buyer w/ 13 percent interest...for 2 years, but will pay off sooner...it is a good car with a lot of headroom and i would recommend it to anyone...5000 miles so far and no problems...my new american cars have always run good...dont see why i should pay ... Read More
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Negotiating a price
Hi, I just spoke to a dealer who offered me the following: 2007 Ford Focus SE + Convenience Package + Safety Package + Auto Transmission MSRP = 17,055 "Invoice" = 16142 2500 Customer Incentive + 500 FMCC Cash + 500 FMCC First Time Buyer Downpayment Match Final price = (16,142 - 3,500) = 12,642 + Tax, Doc Is this the best I can expect to do, or have people been able ... Read More
Ford Focus: MPG-Real World Numbers
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Overall Mileage
28.25585295 mpg 140517.6 miles 4973.044 gallons 11/26/2000-2/22/2007 (Purchased 11/20/2000 with 20 miles) 2000 Ford Focus SE 16 valve 2.0L Zetec Also: $5779 in maintenance costs Maintenance Cost per mile: $0.04/mile Gas Cost: $.08/mile Total Purchase Price: $21000 Cost per mile (200000mile lifespan): $.105 Total CPM: $.225/mi
2008 Ford Focus future vehicle
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2010 for Focus 2009 for B-Class Ford
The US will not get the current European Focus. The American and European versions come back together with an all new model for 2010, now in development. What should that new Focus accomplish? Face it, the 2008 is a stop gap measure. Farther along in the development process and therefore closer to market is the 2009 B-Class car for the US referenced at the Detroit show, but as yet unnamed and ... Read More
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Current Focus vs 2008
I like the current Focus well enough to own a 2005 ST. It's not pretty, but it does look purposeful and European. The ST is a real joy to drive. The 2005-2007 Focus certainly looks better in person than it photographs. The tall architecture makes for great interior room, but also makes the wheels and tires look smaller than a lower slung car like the Civic. The new 2008 has much ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Re: European Focus for 2010. [basiliskst]
"The refresh in 2005 still looks like the original Focus. People pay for fresh styling." But the new C-1 wide-body (That's right, over 6-ft wide, it's even wider than the Lexus LS430!) Focus MkII is actually less handsome looking than our unique '05-07 face-lift Focus MkI. The MkII may be quieter & have slightly better ride & handling, but not the steering feel or the light-weight nimbleness of the MkI. The ... Read More
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Re: European Focus for 2010. [comp386]
Mschmal also makes the point that excellence does not necessarily mean the Ford of Europe chassis and that styling both interior and exterior are strikes against the current model. On all of that I agree. The refresh in 2005 still looks like the original Focus. People pay for fresh styling. And the 2005-2007 dash styling is actually worse than the original in my opinion, speaking as an owner of 2005 ST. ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2007 SES w/options [rasldasl]
Thanks. Went on the ford partnership program page and got the info. Having second thoughts about purchasing the vehicle, though, after reading about it in the consumer reports magazine. The reviews were accurate when it said the ford focus is a fun ride as I've experienced when I test drove the vehicle. But, it said it's fuel economy isn't something to boast about. And I believe it after it showed another ... Read More
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Re: Ford salesman says "can't haggle on employee price [lost]
I'm looking at an ad on the 2007 Ford Focus with lots of rebates and markdowns on it. The net price is $8995. Called the dealership and the salesperson said it's for a base model only with manual transmition. I'm looking for one with an automatic transmition and the salesperson said that I would have to pay more for it. I felt that the ad was deceiving because it didn't indicate ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Focus Base Model [rwhaugen]
I'm suspicious about the same sales pitch, too! I'm looking at an ad about the 2007 Ford Focus on sale with lots of rebates and markdowns on it. The net price is $8995. It didn't indicate whether the vehicles had manual or automatic transmitions. Being a first-time carbuyer, I assumed the price were for all the models regardless if it were manual or automatic. Then when I call the dealership, a ... Read More
Ford Focus Wagon
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Re: Ford stopping production of Focus wagon in December [dan5678]
Even though I complained about the lack of rear headrests and side curtain airbags, I got a 2007 Focus Wagon SES auto. It's only got 380 miles on it so far so gas mileage is unknown. I have driven only small 4cyl cars since 1987, mostly Volkswagens except a '95 Saturn SW2 and a '04 Corolla, and this Focus has a better ride/handling compromise than any of them. I am a ... Read More
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Re: Ford stopping production of Focus wagon in December [jeffdavis]
I also have about 5000 miles now on my 2007 Focus Wagon. I was torn between the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and the Focus. I knew that this is the last year for the present Corolla and didnt want an obsolete car that fast. Plus side air bags were impossible to find in my area. The Honda was a good bit nicer than the Focus to me. But the dealer wouldnt ... Read More
Ford Focus Lease Questions
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Re: help with lease on a 2007 Focus wagon [fordwagon67]
Hi fordwagon67. It's possible that this vehicle's lease program changed as well. Its program varies depending upon how long you lease if for. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease. Let me know if you want a different term. Ford Credit's current base lease rate for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Focus Wagon is 3.5%. Is this in line with what you ... Read More
Ford Focus: MPG-Real World Numbers
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Re: 2005 Ford Focus Sedan [comp386]
I'm on the 2nd tank for a 2007 sedan with a 5-speed. Roughly 50/50 driving and I've averaged 32 and 32.5 mpg so far. My driving is usually about 80% highway and after more miles, I'm hoping to see around 35 mpg based on my past two Fords with Duratec engines.
Ford Focus Wagon
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Ford stopping production of Focus wagon in December
Ford will stop taking orders for the Focus wagon on November 20th, 2006, and production of the 2007 Focus wagon will stop by the end of December 2006. There will be no 2008 Focus wagon, only sedans & hatchbacks. I had been hearing this for a while, and now it is true, straight off the Ford website. Better order or buy one soon. Ford dropped them because the wagons are only ... Read More
2008 Ford Focus future vehicle
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2008 Ford Focus future vehicle
What the #$%&? According to http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/FVDP/Preview/styleId=100728682, the 2008 Focus for US will be yet another stup!d facelift! What Ford really needs if it wants to boost sales is bring here instead the cool (up-to-date) Europe-market Focus. Sure, it's larger than our current Focus, but the competition Chevy Cobalt is also larger, isn't it? So even a larger Focus (like the Euro Focus) can still battle the Cobalt and the also-now-larger Civic, ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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michigan 2007 focus ZX5 SE
We just bought a 07 ZX5 SE from Les Stanford Ford (used to be Champion Ford) in Battle Creek, Michigan. OTD price was 14826 with automatic, safety package (ABS & side air bags) & convenience group (cruise & tilt). We didn't get any add ons like extended warranty...just Michigan TTL. We worked with Erika and was very happy...no hassle, quick sale. Price included the X plan & the $2500 discount. We ... Read More
Ford Focus Owners-Meet the Members
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2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST Black
I've always had at least one light weight four-cylinder manual transmission car in the family. This 2005 Focus ST is my latest addition. So far I'm very pleased. It currently has about 25,000 miles. The ST is not tuned or geared for all-out fuel economy but still is reliably delivering 30 mpg at west of the Mississippi Interstate speeds (70 mph+). I'd guess that the 2.0 liter will do better and ... Read More
Ford Focus Wagon
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Should I get a 2007 Focus Wagon
Hi, new here but have been reading about many problems with the Focus. I will be replacing my leased 04 Corolla this month and am trying to decide between a Focus Wagon SES, a VW Rabbit, and a Pontiac Vibe. I very much would like to get an American made and American company car, but I feel like I'm giving up much to do so such as safety and reliability. I ... Read More
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Thank you Jfritsch!
Just wanted to post here and THANK Jfritsch for his frank advice on this thread. Thanks to you I knew I could push below invoice on the Focus. Just bought a 2007 SE for -4600 off MSRP, -600 off invoice. I know I left money on the table because I didn't want to deal with a scummy dealer that offered -750 off invoice and kept changing his mind. I also bought ... Read More
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Re: 2007 ZX5 SES... [nortsr1]
It was a Ford factory extended warranty, I think the premier plan. $100 deductible after the bumper to bumper warranty runs out. Covers almost everything not covered by the new extended factory powertrain warranty (which I realize is shorter than last year's special Focus extended powertrain warranty). It also includes for the entire length a rental car from day 2 in the shop.
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Re: 2007 ZX5 SES... [jfritsch]
"I would not want to pay $15,000.00 for ANY Focus"...that is strictly your opinion...There a many people, that, (with the $3000.00 rebate off of invoice for a 2006 ZX5 SES) (which, by the way is loaded for bear) "WILL" buy same. In fact, if you check the Ford dealer inventories, the 2006 Focus are just about all gone. The reason, the rebates off of invoice. Many, many people shop price (a ... Read More
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Re: 2007 ZX5 SES... [jfritsch]
If a new Ford Focus is $19,000.00 MSRP and you get a $3000.00 rebate off of invoice (about $18,000.00) which means you buy it for $15000.00....how do you figure you t eat a $7000 t0 $8000 loss.. My figures come out to a $4000.00 hit according to your $11,000.00 figure. Let's face it, you can buy ANY Focus at INVOICE right NOW!!! I know what you meant, but let's call it ... Read More
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Re: 2007 ZX5 SES... [nortsr1]
You need to get competitive bids from at least 15-20 dealers towards the end of the month. Flexibility on colors/options is a plus. Avoid quick quotes from car sites. Go review my message 12481 in accord prices paid discussion. It reviews some resources and books you must read to learn to buy a car. This info will be useful the rest of your car buying career. In your case, a 19,000 ... Read More
Ford Focus Care & Maintenance
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Check the Trunk
You should check to see if your trunk is wet as well. I know my boyfriend just got a 2007 Focus SE and we found out after having it only a week that the back window is leaking into the trunk, and then down on to the floor of the car. :| Not Impressed. Ford still hasn't given a solution and still has his car for another day.
Ford Focus Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2007 ZX5 SES... [afidler]
That few hundred over invoice might be a wash because of no "extra added dealer fees". Do they have any "extra added fees" usually? Figure out your exact cost at "INVOICE" thru the Edmunds site with all of your added options. Then see what your price would have been as compared to the X-Plan pricing. Remember, there is a hefty rebate on the Focus. I have bought several Ford/Mercury vehicles with ... Read More
Which Hatchback?
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Re: suzuki reno [canuck785]
I took a long, hard look at the Reno last fall. In case you didn't know, it is the hatchback version of the Suzuki Forenza, so if you want information on the platform, you can go to the Forenza forum and ask there. In the end I got a Hyundai Elantra. Roughly the same cost, but I think it's a much nicer car for the money. It also is a lot ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Hatchback [vermonter16]
The word on the internet is that *if* there is a hatch version of the Elantra, it will be a 2008 model year release. The Ford Focus only comes with three doors in a hatch-back and four doors in a sedan. Go to Ford's Focus website and you will see the Focus comes as a 3-door hatch (ZX3), 4-door sedan (ZX4), 5-door hatch (ZX5), and a wagon (ZXW). Before buying my ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Ford Focus tweeks
Spy photos of the "revised" Ford Focus for 2007 have been released. Nothing changes except the front grill and possibly the headlights. Is this supposed to increase sales? http://www.caranddriver.com/article.asp?section_id=29&article_id=10702
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Next Generation Focus
The next generation Focus is due either for the 2007 or 2008 model year. I suspect it will be for 2008 but will be introduced in spring of 2007. No information has been released on plans for the Focus. Ford probably has not decided what to do. Supposedly the next generation is going to remain on the current platform with design "tweeks". The Euro version, if sold in this country, would ... Read More
Best Hot Hatch - SVT, Civic Si, GTI, RSX, Mini, Beetle...
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The Mini
I love the Mini and I have a 2005 and likely will be trading it in for the 2007. THe Civic is great as well. However the Focus well let me just put it this way its a Ford so no comment Lol
Ford Focus Wagon
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Re: FOCUS WAGON QUESTIONS [carglow]
1. Yes the quality has improved steadily. I would recommend anything from 2002 on. 2. Yes the 2005 2.0 is a Mazda-design which is called the Duratec. It is manufactured by Ford in the case of the Focus and Mazda manufactures the same engine for some Mazdas. The head design is more efficient then the older 2.0 Zetec. The Focus Duratec motors began in some mid 2003 Foci and was at ... Read More
Ford Focus 2005 release date
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Focus to avoid global platform
Cost, potential quality glitches are behind decision Although Ford Motor Co. wants to develop more cars and trucks from global platforms, it’s making an exception for the next-generation Ford Focus. When the re-engineered Focus is introduced to the United States in 2007, it will not share mechanicals with the C1 version of the Focus sold in Europe. Headline on Article today from Automotive News, however paid subscribtion required to read. Not ... Read More
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Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2007 Ford Focus in CA is:
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