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Focus on fun and value!
gerard, 12/26/2003
2003 Ford Focus ZX5 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is one of the most handsome cars on the road, inside or outside. As far as value goes, this car is difficult to beat. 145 horsepower engine, power: abs brakes, windows, locks, moonroof, tilt/telescopic steering-wheel, 6 way adjustable drivers seat, 6 disc in-dash cd player with 80 watt stereo, air conditioning, built in foglights, heated front seats, heated power side mirrors,roomy rear cargo area, usable center armrest,and 16 inch alloy wheels. This car rides very smoothly on all road surfaces and the automatic transmission and engine operates like velvet.
Run the other way
melanie moore, 01/16/2018
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This by far is one of the worst cars I have ever owned. It seems like every time I turn around something needs to be done repair wise. And it just broke 100,000 miles on it.
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My Focus is my best friend.
Marie, 10/27/2017
2003 Ford Focus SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had my car for 15 months. Purchased it with 275.900 miles on it. I knew I was only going to be using it around town but I actually have used it for longer distances. So far I replaced motor mount , put new front brakes and 2 new front tires. She runs and drives like a champ.
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Laundry List of Problems!!!
rlsid21, 09/14/2011
2003 Ford Focus SE Comfort 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
My 2003 Ford Focus SE (Automatic) was my first car I ever purchased, little did I know that I should have done my homework before making the commitment. I bought it pre-owned through the Ford Dealership. I should have inspected it at first sight. It had two torn tires, the roof interior was covered completely in ketchup! I let that one go. Over the years, the ignition locked up, had to get that replaced, the engine gasket broke, the transmission went out completely, got that replaced $4,000 later (in March 2011), the sway bar started squeaking, now the having engine problems, the timing belt broke off, and valves need to be replaced (Sept. 2011) Mechanics quoted $2,000 for repairs.
Love this car
seahawk68, 12/06/2011
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 14,000 miles, it was a car rental from Hertz. I know have 160,000 miles. I have driven this car every where. I put studs on it and in snow and ice it is like a tank. I put low profile tires during the summer and it cruises and hugs the corners. I have had not issues with this car except the usuals of tires, lights and stuff like that. It is so fun to drive, I have had it eight years now and I still love driving it