Faults:

Absolutely NO! problems with this car. Everything working perfect, like the day I bought it!

General Comments:

This is possibly the best car I have ever bought! I have had 8 brand new car in my life. This is the only one that "hasn't" had to go back for repairs before reaching 12,000 miles (HONESTLY!). Just change the oil and go! Car handles very well, seats are the most comfortable in it's class. Plenty of power from the Zetec engine, and right around EPA's rating on fuel economy! I love my FOCUS and I love FORD! I will be buying "Blue Oval's" from now on!

Faults:

So far it's been a pretty good running car. Although I am somewhat concerned about the aluminum rims. I hit a chuck hole in the road the second day I had it (at about 35 mph) really messed it up.

General Comments:

Well I have read a lot of negative comments about this car. None of them is a 2003 though. Most of them are about the front brakes and rotors going bad at an early stage.

A friend of mine whom is a ford mechanic confirms that this is a problem. He also claims that it's only the first set for some reason. It's about a $300.00 repair that ford won't cover under warranty. I think they should since it's a known problem.

I've had mine only 4 months though and because of the reviews I have read I'm kinda leery about this car. Still no complaints at this time. Keep in mind when reading these reviews that some are kinda unjustified complaints (I believe anyway) Example #1 A lady was complaining that she had to have the oil changed every 5,000 miles. Another one is a guy complaining that the car didn't get anywhere near the gas mileage listed on the sticker. I think he said he had just under 1,000 miles on the car.

It takes (on the average) about 10,000 miles to break in a new car I'm not sure if that same rule stands fast with smaller cars though. I'm getting right @ 35 mpg driving the posted speed limits.

Faults:

The rear wiper stopped working a week after I got it, turns out the computer threw a code, I took it to the dealer and haven't had a problem with it since.

General Comments:

This car is a lot of fun to drive! its one of the best handling cars I've driven.

I'm very impressed with the standard options, mine came with a 130hp engine, 16 inch alloys with a set of Firestone fire hawk tires, a leather wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, fog lights and a great stereo that plays Cd's and MP3's it sounds fantastic for a factory unit. to get the same options on a Honda civic or Toyota corolla you would pay at least 3-5grand more.

The build quality is pretty good for an American car, no rattles or squeaks so far. there is however some wind noise at higher speeds, but it isn't nearly as bad as my Mustang was.

The seats kinda suck, but they aren't horrible. for a cheap car they're decent.

The engine is peppy, good on gas, and works great for around town. but it's a little lacking at highway speeds, its usually not a bad idea to downshift to fourth or sometimes even third if you want to pass someone.

Get this car with a stick! its more fun to drive and you get better gas millage with it. trust me!

Overall I'm very happy with my focus!