Used 2000 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews
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The Expensive Economy Car
Jennifer L., 01/03/2003
2000 Ford Focus LX 4dr Sedan
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This car has a lot of interior space for a compact car, and leg and head room are a feat of engineering genius. I have no complaints about the simple, ergonomic and functional accessories. Fantastic handling and manouverability, a tough little exterior, and great fuel economy. Problem is $500 rotors that can't be turned and need replacing every 10k miles. The brakes never make a sound so you can't tell when the pads are worn. Why build an economy car with BMW rotors? Remember when Ford used MacPherson Struts on the 1980 Ford Fairmont? The logic of this escapes me. Also if you have a chance, look at the FordFocusBrakeProblems.com site.
Terrific
Clevelander, 07/27/2010
2000 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback
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10 years and still going strong. Highly reliable. Love my car as much today as the day I bought it. Doesn't look or feel dated.
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Love, Hate
MO ZX3, 01/08/2003
2000 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback
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Damn, I hate to love this car. It has screwed me many times. I'm sure everyone is aware of the recalls.This car stranded me 1500 miles from home with a rear wheel that almost fell off (15K miles). Two days to fix and ford wouldn't pay for hotel. I can't imagine what would have happened it the wheel had fallen off at 75 MPH. Key became stuck in the ignition (25K miles). The driver said it was the 3rd focus he had towed that DAY! My drivers seat has broken and now pokes my rear unless I use a towel. Ford said this was not covered under warranty.Why do I still like this car? It was cheap and fun to drive. It looks much nicer than a $14K car.
Comparable to the Jetta
Lucas, 06/29/2002
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan
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Overall, this car rides smoothly.
Check Engine Light
LCM827, 01/21/2003
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan
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We have had this vehicle in the shop 10 or more times since we purchased it. All for the Check Engine light. They have replace everything, The last time it was in the shop for almost 2 months, They told us the engine needed to be replaced and then they replace the values on cylinder 3. We pick up the car and within 2 days the check engine light came on again. Then they told us the values on cylinder 2 need to be replaced. We like the car but this problem we are having doesn't seam to go away for long.