Used 2000 Ford Focus Wagon Consumer Reviews
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leaking coolant
1432, 05/13/2005
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Leaking coolant after 33,000 miles; dealer replaced water pump twice. At 65,000 miles again leaking coolant; per dealer diagnosis thermostat housing froze and leaked. This ruined water pump. Dealer changed water pump, again twice. This suggested that quality of parts are bad. All total this car has had 5 water pumps for the first 65,000 miles. Car was taken to independent mechanic. After more tests to find cause of loosing coolant, it was determined that coolant was passing to cylinder and head repair has to be done. This problem is in addition to transmission electronic component failing, rear window not working, and the rough idling causing vibration.
LEMON!
Bill V, 05/29/2002
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have been really happy with our ford focus for the year and a half since we had it, and the the front brake went out. PADS & ROTORS! This car has ~30,000 miles on it, mostly highway driving. A quick check on the internet searching for the words "ford" "focus" "brakes" have revealed that front brake failure is COMMON on this vehicle. Many people have had to have their brakes and rotors replaced after only 8,000 miles! Ford is denying any responsiblity for the design, or that there is any problem. Well NO MORE FORDS FOR ME!!! After owning several fords over the years they have now lost me as a customer!
A Real Junker
EICAS, 04/22/2003
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just had the Focus in for it's 5th or 6th recall. As usual, the mechanics found a lot broken and were almost too embarrassed to talk to me. The brakes are shot...again and the tires are worn out again too. The front end shimmy Ford "fixed" is back too. The new problems are leaking transmission coolant lines and the passenger floor gets submerged under at least an inch of water when it rains. All Ford has ever done is blow me off so now it's my turn. Ford can kiss my butt goodbye forever! I'm trading this junker in for a Mazda.
Wonderful, Wonderful
gsdallen, 09/26/2006
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
When looking for a small wagon I had certain criteria. I needed something that would fit my family of people and pets. The Focus is economical, stylish, and fun to drive. It truly is the vehicle for me and others who are looking for a small wagon...whose numbers are dwindling.
Fun Car
Instidude, 09/24/2002
2000 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have enjoyed this car. Fun to drive, with a lot of room to haul 2 kids and their stuff. Would have liked slightly higher gas mileage. This car has been very reliable for me, and the only times it has been in the shop was for the minor recalls.