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Hey everyone, some of you may remember from a ways back, but for those of you who dont... I bought my Twilight Blue, Fully Loaded Z just over a year ago now and to this day I love it to death. I havent had any problems with it (except for the MAF Sensor crappin out a week after i got the car... but that was an easy fix... the dealer experience is another story...) When I first bought my Z, I had a lot of "dreams" i guess you could call them, about doing some aftermarket work to my baby... well, I'm well on my since that time... this is what I've added and or bought and have yet to install: STERIO: -Kenwood CD/MP3 Headunit -Dual Fusion Encounter 10" Subs -Power Acoustic Gothic 540watt Amp APPEARANCE: -Window Tint -->Accent strip on windshield -->3 Rear windows -Clear Side Markers -Xenon Full Facia ground effects kit (to be installed) PERFORMANCE: -Borla Catback Exhaust System (to be installed) -Ice-Man Cold Air Intake (to be installed) -Progress Sport Springs (1.8" Drop) (to be installed) WHEELS/TIRES: -Primax 618 17x7 wheels -Falken FK-04-GRB 204x40x17 Tires -Chrome Locking Lugs -->3 of one pattern 1 different per wheel all the work should be completed within the next few weeks... the springs, intake and exhaust won't be a problem... the body kit hasnt been painted yet, im still looking for a good body shop to do it for me... anyways, glad to see that you all are all still around and enjoying your Z's as much s I am!! and welcome to those of you I dont know... Kevin |
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For the past 12 years I have used economy cars to commute 40 miles each way to work. I had 2 used colts and then in 1996 I bought a new 1995 aspire. It was the last on the lot and with a $600 rebate I paid $6900 for it. Aside from replacing the center exhaust pipe, it only required routine maintenance. I just sold it 3 days ago for $1700. Let me add that I am 6'5 and 230 pounds. With the seat reclined back 1 notch, my head just cleared the roof even though the aspire has more leg and head room than many larger cars. My new ZX3 has more than 4 inches of head clearance! It has an outstanding amount of cabin space. My ZX3 was the last on the lot. I bought it 10-19-01. It is black with power and premium groups. Since I got the 0% financing for 5 years, they wouldn't go below invoice but I feel I got a good deal. It drives like a sports car. Of course going from an aspire (hey I liked it !) to a focus doubled my hp too but I really notice the difference in comfort now. The only regret I have is losing the 42 mpg that the aspire delivered. I think I am averaging 28-30 with the focus so far. Will keep you posted ! |
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Hey you guys don't have an events area or I would have posted it there 
Just wanted to invite you guys to join the Tri-state group of Subarus from http://i-club.com to join us for a Drive-a-thon. We are driving 48hrs, 1200miles from NYC->Newark, DE->Philadelphia->Pittsburg->Buffalo->Rochester->Albany->Nyack, NY on a weekend in January to raise money for the WTC relief fund. Details are at http://isuzu-suvs.com/events/48hrsoftristate/index.html or e-mail me 48hrs -mike |
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I feel there is too much money being raised and it is not being accounted for properly. Did you know the head of the Red Cross gets $400,000.00 a year? Not many realize it is a for profit company. Besides, there are Millions already out there and the folks involved cannot get it. Then there is the lady sueing the goverment because she thinks 3 million is not enough!? It is way out of control. When my parents died no one offered me money. Stuff happens, deal with it. |
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I purchased my Sangria Red ZX3 in June 2000 (mfr May 2000): dark charcoal seats, manual, ABS, side impact airbags, speed control/tilt steering, AC & power windows/mirrors. The odometer currently reads over 56,800 km (35,500 m). I moved to this vehicle after leasing an Olds Aurora (3 years) and owning a Buick Century (14.5 years). I got the full Ziebart protection with 50% window tint and intend to keep the car for at least another 12-15 years. I averaged 36 mpg on a trip to Florida last year; upshifting early and not trying to always win an Indy race does it. However, I like speeding up and merging at cars speed on entering highways and find the ZX3 is only slower than the Aurora (with its V-8) by a few tenths of second. While the Aurora had an unnerving tendency to sway sideways over bumps, the focus just glides over them, isn't as plush but has almost the same seating space, more headroom, more practical space, and is more than 3 feet shorter. I had all the recalls done and get it serviced every 5000 km. The car is wonderful and the 4 season tires have a good grip in snow although I may consider moving to Michelin Pilot XGT H4 at some point. I have driven front-wheel drive cars for over 33 years (3 of which on sandy African roads) only with 4-season tires with very little problems. It does not compare to the smooth and road holding capability of the Citroën ID I once had but I have never encountered one that did anyway. Good to connect and I will be pleased to exchange on tips and ideas. |
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The Ford Focus ZX3 club has been edited to include all owners of Ford Focus. Hello and welcome new members! KarenS Host Owners Clubs |
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Last week, Edmunds rolled out new pricing pages. Along with this is a new "consumer ratings & reviews". This functionality lives in the "consumer opinions" area of the new vehicle detail page, and allows users to rate a vehicle on a number of different criteria (1 to 10 scale), as well as add his/her own free-form comments. If you have some time, we would really appreciate Town Hall members writing a review of their current auto, or a favorite make/model. It takes approximately a week for your review to appear on that make/model. If you have any questions, please let me know! Thanks! KarenS Host Owners Clubs |
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Hi there! I'm the proud owner of a 2002 Liquid Grey (love that color) Focus ZX3 in the Pacific NW. My older car was a '88 volkswagen fox so the mileage is worse but the upgrade was worth it. I've gotten several thumbs up on the car (which never happened in the VW, wonder why?) and the 4 passenger test passed with flying colors. I still haven't taken the engine above 5000 RPM yet as I only have 2200 miles on it but the engine seems to want to Happy motoring! -Rob |
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(I'm new here, and first posted this to Wagons/Newcomers. Hope it's OK to post here, too!). My name is Nancy and I live in Southern California, in the foothill area north of Glendale and west of Pasadena . This looks like a great group to hang out with! On Tuesday, October 22, 2002 I became the proud owner of a new 2002 Ford Focus ZTW Wagon. My 2000 Explorer was coming off lease on the 26th, and I wanted to downsize so the Focus wagon seemed perfect. So far, I *love* it! It's the Sangria Red (my first red car!) with gray leather. It's pretty loaded; about all it doesn't have is a sunroof and the "Advance Track" traction control system. Want to hear something funny? For the last two-three weeks, my boyfriend and I have been independently searching the 'net, reading reviews, checking prices, etc. as we each tried to decide what to buy. I was replacing my Explorer, and he was replacing a 1995 Escort Wagon that was beginning to have one problem after another (at 128k, that's probably not surprising). Anyway, we *both* narrowed it down to one car: the 2002 Focus ZTW Wagon! He bought his on Saturday, and it's the Twilight Blue. Other than color, both cars are identically equipped. We both got our respective Focii (sp?) for just under 20k, including the alarm system. We feel it's a *very* nice car for the money. Comfortable, solid, holds the road like a pro, adequate get-up-and-go, and looks good to boot (in our opinion, anyway  As far as reliability, time will tell. We figure after two years most of the bugs should be ironed out, and if not, we have the warranty to take care of any problems that might arise. I can't wait to take a picture of them (and us) side-by-side Nancy |
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| we had four cars. A coupe, a sedan, a jeep and a B-2500 pickup. I sold the coupe and then traded the sedan in on a PT Cruiser. My wife felt a bit left out and wasn't all that fond of driving the truck. So I went down and traded in the truck for a Blue ZTS and put a red ribbon on it and parked it in our driveway. Needless enough to say she is delighted. She loves the deep blue and more than likely doesn't know a ZTS from the man in the moon. I am lucky that she has been driving a stick pretty much steady for the last few years. I like the sound system, the handling and the way it shifts, once I get used to pulling up to get it into reverse. I was surprised that I would like the Focus and it won out over the P-5, with help from a friendly dealer. I guess we are a member of the club and I am sure we will enjoy it. I have to admit the magiznes were right, it is a blast to drive in the mountains. | |
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