Henze: Symphonies Nos. 1-6

Advantages: A great car from all angles
Disadvantages: Not as many extras included as I would have liked

...I am now the proud owner of a ford focus 1.6 zetec and for the first time in many years I have actually found a car that pretty muc suits all my needs. I have spent many a time in cars that are too big, too small, not suitable, not comfortable etc but this is everything I could ask for. I own the three door version but the doors open widely and when the front seat is moved forward there is plenty of room to get anyone in the back, even my mother in law who is disabled. The back of this car is extremely spacious, comfortably fitting 3 large adults in. The boot size is deceiving in that it looks pretty small but is very spacious indeed. Perfect for all those shopping bags as well as a childs pushchair. The actual drive of this car is superb. Mine runs on unleaded and is very economical. I can get over 200 miles to £35... Read review

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Advantages: Comfortable seats, quite nippy, nice styling,
Disadvantages: Thirsty Engine, Small at the back, Electronics failure, mechanical problems

...of another car as I was heading for a roundabout, my bonnet curled inwards and my front bumper and lights were smashed in, but the airbags didnt go off so as much as i thought it was a serious accident it was only a minor. Maintenance: The car Maintenance costs and repair costs was quite high even for a 1.6litre petrol once my Fuel Pump had a leak as petrol was seaping out of the car the repair cost was about £100 plus £80 labour, as its a lot of money for me as i am a student, cosmetic damage was about £550 including labour. Fuel Consumption: Petrol Costs are much higher no thanks to the credit crunch that we all struggling from, but its not so bad if you dont thrash the car about and you are a sensible driver you can get about 3 days of petrol on £20 but even still petrol goes quite quickly. If I had the choice i would have opted... Read review

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Advantages: Spacious, good BHP
Disadvantages: cheaper looking interior than most cars

...I bought a second hand 51 Reg focus just over a year ago for just over 3500 and I believe it was money well spent. My focus is a 2 door hatchback and for that style of car is extreamely spacious in the cabin and especially the boot which is ideal for the missus shopping trips and my cricket bag. The 1.6 zetec I have is very quick compared to other 1.6 engines even tho the car is quite large. I have had no problems with the car since I purchased it. The focus drives very smoothly and has enough power behind it when needed although I would recommend not going less than 1.6 on the focus due to the weight/power ratio. Inside of the focus is a little plastic looking and somewhat basic but the top end versions have enough gadgets to keep up with most new cars.... Read review

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