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2.5 out of 5 stars

Would not recommend!

Christina, 11/14/2010
2001 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my Focus for 5 years. I bought it w/over 50,000 miles on it. W/in 45 days the engine blew. It makes a loud rattling sound, it shakes, the brakes always squeak & the front passenger seat belt has never worked. It's a very small car inside; very uncomfortable to drive. For being such a small car, it doesn’t get good mileage. The engine now has about 100,000 miles on it & the vehicle has about 172,000 miles. It has lasted me a long time for being a “Ford” but I have also had to put a lot of money into it for various things. It now needs a new Cadillac converter & water bottle. It would make an ok car for someone w/o children. But is not recommended for a tall person.

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2.13 out of 5 stars

Problematic Car

2ManyProbsW/Focus, 04/14/2005
2001 Ford Focus LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The only reason we bought this car was because it was 0% interest. There have been many parts replaced because the metal used was cheap. It's been in the shop every year since we've had it. I am not happy with this car. The extended warranty only covered 1 part any time we've had problems. The warranty seemed to do nothing for us. The ignition and fuel are the biggest problems. It's loud from the noise outside especially on highways. There isn't much leg room in the back seats. The stereo system is TERRIBLE. We replaced our ignition and key 3 times! Loud muffler. This is a noisy, break down car. I'd suggest against getting one. Ford never helped me at all with any problems.

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5 out of 5 stars

I love my focus!

maribela21, 08/06/2002
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I used to owe an escort, and the difference with my new focus is night and day. I look forward to driving my car everyday......i'm still in love with my car, that's what buying a car should feel like......wouldn't trade it for the world!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

No Complaints

JamesyFreshXXX, 09/12/2009
2001 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is very reliable; a couple minor recalls; no breakdowns. Fuel usage consistently 33 MPG combined city/highway even split.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Brian's Focus

bjhfla, 05/27/2005
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The Focus gets great gas mileage. As far the interior of the car I think it's cheap and does not wear well. The engine is great, the A/C is no good; it stopped working after a year and half. Have never had problems with tire wear. I had gotten 55,000 on the first set and are only on my 2nd set. As of now, I would most likely not buy another Ford product when I do go to get a new car.

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