Used 2003 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews
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Reliable and fun to drive
carlos1, 01/12/2004
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I was somewhat dubious about the Focus after reading certain comments about earlier models but after 6 months and 11000 miles I've had no problems at all. Drives very well, feels sturdy and looks good (hatchback.) So far it seems like a really good deal. More fun to drive than the Japanese competition.
So much fun ... so little time.
Screamin' Yellow EU, 11/04/2005
2003 Ford Focus SVT 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I own two different Foci - a ZTW (wagon) and the SVT. Both are 2003 models. I've owned the SVT for one year. Both cars are incredible - very reliable and very fun to drive. The SVT is quirky but I think that adds character. Mine is the Euro edition that, in addition to a host of features, comes standard w/ Recaro - heated leather seats, Xenon headlights; traction control and 17" wheels. In the SVT price range, there are no other makes that compete on performance and equipment. And the Focus is an American made product! I highly recommend this car.
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Why did I buy this car?
Jason, 12/09/2005
2003 Ford Focus SVT 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I have owned the car since new and have been battling problems ever since. The problems range from mechanical to customer service. The first winter I owned the car it would not start several times. I called the dealership and was told that this was "normal". The entire exhaust system needed replaced at 10,000 miles. The drivers side window developed several large scratches that the cause could not be explained by the dealership. Ford is unwilling to replace. The scratches continue to get worse. Lots of squeaks and rattles after only 34K miles. I wish I would have shopped around more. For the same $22K I could have bought an RSX Type S and had much better resale value.
Premature wear of brakes & rotor damage
fjcooks, 12/13/2005
2003 Ford Focus LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Drives fine. Premature wear of brakes and damage to rotors is a known problem. Expect to replace rotors every 15,000 miles at $500 out of your pocket.
Swaying Impressions
WrstPirateever, 08/11/2008
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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For a 2 door, this thing is fun to drive. Pretty good acceleration, and plenty of trunk space once the back seat is folded down. I couldnt believe it when I fit my new 42 inch TV in there and noone else could either! The back seat is useless for passengers unless they have no legs. Very tight quarters back there. Now for the bad. I've never had so much trouble with traction especially on wet roads. I also have less than 60,000 miles and I've already had to have a brand new transmission put in (luckily covered under warranty) and new tie rod ends. Now I'm having issues with what I believe is the air intake control. Finally, this thing eats through tires like crazy