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4.38 out of 5 stars

ZX3 Rocks

akbossman, 05/10/2002
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Great from the get go. I have found it to be as much fun as a Mustang! Many companies already make items for you to make your custom wild or mild. Don't bother buying the power windows etc you can reach them with no problem. I spend 2 1/2 hours a day in this fun little car and I 'm 6'3"

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4 out of 5 stars

Saved My Life, Twice

Shay, 09/09/2010
2001 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has saved my life two times. The first time, I was in a hit and run accident with a semi-truck the same year I purchased the car. The second time was two weeks ago, and the man who ran into me totaled my car. Luckily, my unborn child and I walked away unharmed (mild chemical burn on hand from airbag). In the beginning the car was fantastic but towards the end (103,000 mi) the CD player failed, I had to get my fuel pump replaced (recall), and the electrical system kept failing. I started pouring lots of $$$ into it. I think of this as a blessing that my car is totaled now. It was a good first car, but now I am moving on to something better.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

As god as it gets

BmwLuvr, 02/24/2003
2001 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

You couldn't ask to drive a better wagon fo the price. Powerful, responsive yet silent engine. Remarquable driving experience, in particular on city streets and highways. The cabin has plenty of room, and is very comfortable. Honestly, I don't know what else could have done Ford to make this car better for the price. Considering all the instruments and gadgets this automobile ha, I rate it 9 or 10 across the board.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

If bought a rebuilt in an Emergency.

TheNIGHTCRAWLER, 09/25/2010
2001 Ford Focus LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I needed a car on the spot. A mechanic rebuilt this wrecked car for his wife. I bought it from him as he was moving into the soccer mom SUB stage of life. He replaced the ignition and suspension and life is good. I would have bought this car whether or not anybody signed off on it. They did. Bare bones and gets me where I have to go dependably. This works for me. Note: It's an automatic. the green button under the shifter turns off the overdrive. The child safety locks on the rear doors still confuse me. No children. Anti-theft key is nice. I like to date. Basic car is a keeper.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Garbage

bg, 09/25/2010
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Had 13k miles on it and was 5 y/o when purchased. Thought the proverbial little old lady must have owned it. How mistaken I was. A/c out 6 months later. Cooling system problems, electrical problems, bearing problems, fuel pump, door panels rattle (this will drive you slowly insane), brake problems, motor mounts all replaced, transmission mounts. Need I say more?

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