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5 out of 5 stars

It's a Fun Car w/ tons of extra Gear!

Clay Brooks, 10/23/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have enjoyed my new Focus. At first when my friends ask me, " Man what did you get." I replyed sheepishly FOCUS. But once they drove it or even caught a glimpse of all the gear it came with like the power sun roof and 6 mp3 in dash player, Everyone has agreed this was a smart purchase.

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent, best car I ever had or drove

Laurie, Surprise, 06/28/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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My Focus drives like a dream come true. I don't have to worry about whether my kids are safe in it, because of all the safety features that have been implemented. It was very easy to get the car seat in, and I love the fact that it is soo efficient on the gasoline that it won't land me in the poor house either. I would not let anyone talk me into selling it. This is the best car buy I ever made. It is also the best car I drove.

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5 out of 5 stars

My Awesome Focus

kpinho, 10/23/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I am so happy I bought this car. It handles so well and feels like you're riding on air. Whie I was skeptical about having leather seats, I was plesantly surprised to find they are so soft and comfortable. I wish someone would pay me to just drive my Focus all day, then I'd be even happier! Everyone should get this amazing automobile!!!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

GREAT CAR FUN TO DRIVE

Jon-Paul, 07/09/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Very cool unique car, nice design and layout and great standard features. Wish they would make the SVT but no luck. Not a fast car but it makes up for it in reliability and features.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Nice Car For the Money

BLFLOTX, 10/28/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Just picked mine up after test driving a few cars. It's nice for the money as all of the desirable options are built into it. Nice engine and good handling - but it's still a small economical car that has been tweaked to be something that it may not be. I do like the looks and throaty sound of the engine. Interior is very nice looking. Stereo with steering wheel controls are nice. AC cools quickly. Still has some of the cheap "Fordisms", but with all the options, a better deal than a Jetta...So I got it.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

halogoggles, 11/09/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Just bought this car about 3 weeks ago. I spent waaaaaaay too much time researching cars. I was between an '04 Civic, a used Ranger, and an '05 Focus. This car is my first car and it's perfect. It drives wonderful, gets great mileage, and looks nice and I love Ford. The bang for your buck on this car is fantastic. I ended up getting this for just a tad more than a powerless Hyundai Accent I test drove. (If you are REALLY on a budget and don't mind not having anything under the hood, I guess I could suggest that). Overall, I love the car and so far, it's done everything I've wanted it to do and with regular maintenance, I expect the same.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

great small car

focusdriver, 07/07/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The biggest downer is its interior. A little bland. The build quality, inside and out, is good. The car drives great. The steering is tight and precise, and the engine has far more power than my old Civic. The ride is a little rough and the car a bit noisy when it's really windy, but overall for a car its price, I'm extremely satisfied. I test drove the Corolla, Civic, Jetta and Sentra before choosing the Focus.

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5 out of 5 stars

First time ford

rjvt006, 11/10/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this little car. I drive alot for work and I needed something that was easiy on gas but could hold its own in fast moving traffic. I had never owned a ford before.(actually I'm the first one in my entire family to buy one) So I was a little nervous when I bought this car. But I would recommend this car to anyone.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Careful if you buy a manual 2005 ZX3

Jennifer Reidy, 07/10/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car, took it on vacation and on the way home, the brand new clutch burned out on a Saturday. On Monday I was told the part was on a national backorder. It would be weeks before it would be ready. I was 800 miles from home. My dealership was awesome. They got Ford to pull the part off the assembly line. The reimbursed me up to a $1000, but not for my missed time at work which cost me another $500. I love the car, but I will not buy another manual after this.

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4 out of 5 stars

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chasephotos, 11/14/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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from my first shift in this car I have disliked the clutch (alot).This car is not ment for any serious preformance driving but is fun to drive around town.The gas mileage has not been what was listed on the sticker or what I had hoped for.I do receive lots of compliments on the new styling (compared to the old focus) and the front/center mounted antena is very "euro".Should have bought a Honda but i have never seen a civc rally car!

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