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#126 of 132 Re: 04 Focus Owner Euro impressions [jasdmw] by creakid1 May 28, 2008 (2:51 pm)
Replying to: jasdmw (May 19, 2008 11:20 am) Didn't you know that the exterior of the MkII C-1 Focus is so fat that even the Lexus LS430 is just a little skinnier? I've seen so many of those new C-1 Focus all had their right fender wheel arch scrapped in places such as Taiwan, where lots of residential streets are very narrow.   The Fiesta may have a slim body (& yes, we'll get the new one w/ beautiful styling, too.), but it's just a low-tech vehicle w/ torsion-beam rear suspension so you'll never get both ride comfort & handling.   So we are still the only lucky ones getting the 20th-century Focus, which got both a slim body & the comfy multi-link rear suspension.
#127 of 132 Re: 04 Focus Owner Euro impressions [jasdmw] by markus5 Jun 11, 2008 (1:45 pm)
Replying to: jasdmw (May 19, 2008 11:20 am) I also have an 04 with approximately the same mileage (55,000 miles). I would say that I am somewhat more than "relatively satisfied". It was on the strength of my experiences with 2 other Euro-fords that I bought my current Focus. Both of these vehicles were driver oriented and fun to drive and comfortable. The first of these was a 1967 Cortina GT, the other car, a 1978 Ford Fiesta was bought used in the early 1980's. The Cortina was far superior to the Pinto which replaced it in the U.S. market. In a former lean business period for Ford it was their European operations that kept the company afloat. It appears that it will be that way again according to reports that I know about. The Europeans see a quality performance vehicle for a lower price than the Mercedes or BMW., and they purchase it . I don't think that they believe it is a cheap American product. Replies to this message: creakid1 (Jun 14, 2008 8:56 am)
#128 of 132 Re: 04 Focus Owner Euro impressions [markus5] by creakid1 Jun 14, 2008 (8:56 am)
Replying to: markus5 (Jun 11, 2008 1:45 pm) The Ford Cortina/Sierra/Mondeo in Europe was eventually out sold by the more-expensive BMW 3-series.   It was the Focus w/ the Control Blade 4-link rear suspension introduced in Europe during the late '90's that wowed BMW, who was then immediately interested in buying the whole C-170 Focus platform. BMW changed its mind later, possibly for image reason, but ended up applying the similar principle as the Focus suspension in the new 5-link suspension now used in the new 3- & 1- series.   But look how over weight these new 5-link RWD Bimmers are -- several hundred pounds heavier than the 4-link FWD Focus!
#129 of 132 silly statistic by mschmal Jun 16, 2008 (3:34 am)
Thats like saying that Washington Apples are better than other types of apples because more people buy Washington Apples than Florida Oranges....   Mondeo is in a different catagory than the BMW 3-series. What that statistic shows is that people who have the money to afford the European taxes on that size of a car want a more expensive car.   Mark.
#130 of 132 Listen up Ford by scape2 Aug 20, 2008 (2:09 pm)
I am 43 years old and would like to buy a small car in the next 4 years. The Focus needs a 6 speed automatic, a small, powerful, high MPG power plant. Offer substance, nav, heated seats, leather, 4wheel disc brakes, traction control a list of options. At least OFFER them! I know the Focus is considered an entry level car. But is doesn't have to be. There is a market for people like me that would buy a Focus if it had some substance, some options that midsize sedans offer. The 08 is a step in the right direction. Drove one, and it is a big step in the right direction. Keep going your almost there..
#131 of 132 No Cabin Filter on 2007 Focus. Why? by 1978911sc Feb 28, 2009 (6:27 pm)
Not only is there no filter there is no means to install one as in the earlier model years. In it's place there is a plastic box with a wire screen glued into place. Is there any way to back date this on my car? All I need is a part#. I have the ambition and the need for it's installation. Ford says no. I finally decided to buy USA and find the "European designed" car cheapened for the American market.
#132 of 132 AWD wagon by creakid1 Dec 05, 2009 (1:02 am)
of this thing (Yes, extra-long springs will be appreciated):   http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/front_website/gallery.php?id=305010   http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/front_website/gallery.php?id=345700   but not cramped rear leg room like the V50.

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