Used 2005 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews
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a/c compressor noise
marks1355, 09/14/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZXW SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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When I test drove my ZXW the a/c charge was low so there was no noise. As soon as it was charged and new coolant was put in there was a loud clicking every 30 seconds. Ford say that is normal. That sound is the a/c compressor working. I hate the loud click and would not bought the vehicle if I heard it during my test drive. I love driving my ZXW, but what do I do to shut this car up.
LOVE IT
Dallas , 05/10/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought my Focus in January. I love it. Had a Chevy, Kia and Buick before this one and the Focus is a million times better. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a reliable and affordable vehicle. Even for a car that isn't a sports car, it is still sporty. Easy to drive, very comfortable, responds well. My husband & I are both tall and this car is still very comfortable for us. Center console is a little awkward to get into, but that is the only thing that could stand improvement.
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Solid
Focus Fan, 05/20/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I had an SUV, so the fuel economy is flat out great. For the price, the ST model looks good, has plenty of cool features and is fun to drive. Anyone looking for a low cost fuel, efficient and fun car shouldn't sleep on this.
one of the best!
v foster, 09/24/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SES 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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One of the best autos I have ever owned for all around economy, fun to drive, fewer problems, looks, ease of handling, and dependability.
Pleasing Performance
T.L. Anderson, 05/22/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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When I went to purchase a new car, I was honestly more interested in the pricing than the actual car. I was used to buying used cars at least 10 years old. By the end of the first month, I was so in love with my Ford Focus that I wished I had made this purchase years earlier. I love the smooth ride, the HUGE trunk space (love to shop) and most of all the 26 miles per gallon (at least) in the CITY! I also love the new clearcoat that comes with the paint job. Even when my car needs washing, it looks sparkling in the sunlight. I will probably trade in my Focus next summer but only for a new model Ford Focus. I am pleased with my purchase and this car's performance.
Fun Little Car
Paul, 05/22/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This vehicle has been fun to drive for our whole family. I bought it for my son as a starter vehicle but all of us enjoy driving it. The price was $12,000 including tax, title and license. It gets over 30 miles to the gallon and has quite a lot of pep for a 4 cylinder vehicle. For the money, I haven't been able to find anything close to it in performance.
MY FORD FOCUS
ROBERT J BAUM, 05/22/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my second Focus. That's how much I like this car. My first was a 2001 manual transmission. Now I have an automatic transmission with so many extras I feel like I own a Ford Town Car. I weigh in at around 278 pounds at 5 foot eight inches tall and I never have felt crowded in it. The pick up when entering traffic is swift. The comfort when driving is as if Im in my home recliner. Parking is almost as easy as my 1991 Ford Festiva was. When I fill up my gas tank at todays prices Im sure glad I own my Focus and I can go mile after mile not worrying about my next fill up. The ease of handling in traffic and winter driving is worry free. I'm a Ford retiree and I will buy another Focus!
Ford Focus SVT 2 door
Jennifer, 05/24/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I really like this car because it's fast, cute, and is a 6 speed! The only complaint I have is the gas mileage; not good. I get 90 miles each quarter of a tank city, and about 95 each quarter of a tank highway. Other than that it's an awesome car.
Enjoyable Drive
al, 10/31/2009
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall very pleased with my purchase. When looking to buy any model or year of focus be sure to check condition of bottom of doors interior and exterior especially behind rubber gasket that ford loves to use on all focuses. I didn't and was later surprised by the corrosion I found. Consellation is it's relatively minimal and can fix it myself. Ford will not warranty the corrosion even though it's clearly a design flaw. Common problem with the focus according to reviews all over the internet.
Worth a look!
Kone, 12/16/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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My Focus is a daily commuter over highway and suburban roads so I'm in it a lot. The car has good extras, good pep, handles fine, has been reliable so far, and was reasonable to get into. I'd even go so far to say that it's fun to drive. Make sure you include it on your shopping list.