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#210 of 477 Should I buy a new Ford Focus? by ysy3

Jan 20, 2008 (8:01 pm)

Hey everyone, I'm considering buying a new 2008 Ford Focus. It seems like it's a good value for the money, but I wanted to see if anyone knows of any glaring reasons I should steer clear. I started out looking for a small car with good gas mileage that I could also carry my drums in. I'd been looking at used Corollas and Civics but I have to say with their high resale value they just seem too expensive. I feel like I can get a new Focus for the price of a used Honda. One thing I'm concerned about is that I'm used to driving an SUV and having the ability to haul stuff around, and I'm afraid of losing that capability, but I'm willing to give it up to get into something smaller. I've considered a few hatchbacks (Vibes, Matrixes, Subarus etc.), which would allow me more space, but I feel like they're out of my price range. I like the Honda Fit too but I think it's too small of a car for me. Anyhow, after much deliberation I've settled in on the Focus and wanted to ask for opinions. Thanks for any feedback you may have!

#211 of 477 Re: Should I buy a new Ford Focus? [ysy3] by jfritsch

Jan 21, 2008 (8:26 am)

Replying to: ysy3 (Jan 20, 2008 8:01 pm)
A new 19000 mazda 3 hatch will run about 16700-17000 new. The sedan a bit less.The Fit automatic with options is about 17000 and a civic lx a bit more. A 08 18000 focus ses should sell for around 14000. There are no more hatches in the focus so the drums are difficult. Did you try to fit them in?
 
The dodge caliber is a 4 dr hatch. A well equipped 18500 msrp should be about 14500.,The PT cruiser has a huge hatch and 4 drs.It looks like it was built for drums. It should run around 13000-14000 in the 18000 msrp price range. Dodge also has the lifetime powertrain warranty. Prices get lower for less well equipped models. You may be able to get a $20000 08 ford escape 2wd or mazda tribute with power for $14000-15000, so that may be a consideration also.
 
The quality for the american names is about the same so its the convenience and what you need that is relevant.
 
Good luck
--jjf

#212 of 477 Re: Should I buy a new Ford Focus? [jfritsch] by ysy3

Jan 22, 2008 (10:13 am)

Replying to: jfritsch (Jan 21, 2008 8:26 am)
Ok, thanks for the info and the advice. I am going to try to fit the drums in today. I like the Focus as a sedan for the value but I'm having reservations about it's cargo capacity. I think I will look at a few more hatchbacks before I make a decision...
 
Thanks for your help!

#213 of 477 Ford Focus Prices and Incentives by harmonychic

Feb 03, 2008 (2:15 pm)

Hi all,
I am looking at the Ford Focus SE 2008. I was wondering how much negotiating could be done to get closer to invoice price.
Thanks
Harmony

#214 of 477 Re: Ford Focus Prices and Incentives [harmonychic] by jfritsch

Feb 04, 2008 (1:52 pm)

Replying to: harmonychic (Feb 03, 2008 2:15 pm)
Read my previous message on the prices of autos. A civic lx is around 17xxx. (around invoice+) A focus is no civic and has sold for about 4500-5500 off msrp for years (lots under invoice). The cheapie $14500 stripper models have had a few loss leaders sold every month for $6000-7000 from msrp. Even an expensive 19000 focus is barely worth 12xxx used wholesale after about a year so you want that much off.
 
Good Luck
--jjf
 

Hi all,
I am looking at the Ford Focus SE 2008. I was wondering how much negotiating could be done to get closer to invoice price.
Thanks

#215 of 477 Charging for spare tire? by bigbutr

Feb 07, 2008 (12:36 pm)

I've been out test driving cars to replace my reliable and paid for 1996 Chevy Beretta and went by the local Ford place to check out the Focus and Fusion. I haven't been on a Ford lot in quite a while, but I have been at nearly every other brand, so I was a bit taken aback to find a $60 sticker charge for a spare tire on both the Focus and Fusion. Is this what is has come to, charging for a spare?
I didn't ask, but I'm assuming this is for a full-size spare since there's no way a donut could cost that much.
I'm going back on Monday to drive the Fusion. While it's not really on my short list, I do want to see how it rides. I will say I nearly passed out when I saw an 08 Taurus Limited stickering for 32,700. My how times have changed.

#216 of 477 Re: Charging for spare tire? [bigbutr] by jfritsch

Feb 07, 2008 (9:03 pm)

Replying to: bigbutr (Feb 07, 2008 12:36 pm)
You will also find charges of $100+ for floor mats, $80 for chrome exhaust tips etc. It doesn't matter what they choose to itemize or include as it is the cost out the door that matters. The higher end Crown Victoria stickers around $32000, but they are lucky to move them for $18000, so take MSRP for what its worth also.
Look up the car 1 yr old used 07 on kbb.com or edmunds.com/ The wholesale price of thousands of your car at auction after 12 months and 15000 mi should give a good indication of how close to reality MSRP is.
 
Good luck
--jjf
 
I've been out test driving cars to replace my reliable and paid for 1996 Chevy Beretta and went by the local Ford place to check out the Focus and Fusion. I haven't been on a Ford lot in quite a while, but I have been at nearly every other brand, so I was a bit taken aback to find a $60 sticker charge for a spare tire on both the Focus and Fusion. Is this what is has come to, charging for a spare?
I didn't ask, but I'm assuming this is for a full-size spare since there's no way a donut could cost that much.
I'm going back on Monday to drive the Fusion. While it's not really on my short list, I do want to see how it rides. I will say I nearly passed out when I saw an 08 Taurus Limited stickering for 32,700. My how times have changed.

#217 of 477 X-plan Focus SE 2008 by gjc

Mar 12, 2008 (7:57 pm)

Im planning to buy a ford focus 2008 se retail price is about 17.5 k before taxes in Canada....
 
I can generate an x-plan code anytime I want from my company.... about how much is the discount?
 
This is the main reason why im considering the focus....

#218 of 477 Re: X-plan Focus SE 2008 [gjc] by jfritsch

Mar 13, 2008 (7:13 am)

Replying to: gjc (Mar 12, 2008 7:57 pm)
A new 18000+ focus will barely wholesale used for $11000 in 12 months. (Look up the 07 used price on kbb.com or nada.com). Given this they usually sell for about $4000-5000 off msrp for the last 3-4 years. Most plans x-plan etc whether for employees of the manufacturers or otherwise are marketing gimmicks. Many people get better deals exclusive of them. This is in the U.S. Perhaps the canadian wholesale books reflect higher prices and/or the vehicle sells closer to msrp. I've seen some absurd pricing of trucks and suv's in canada.
 
Good luck
--jjf
 
Im planning to buy a ford focus 2008 se retail price is about 17.5 k before taxes in Canada....
  
I can generate an x-plan code anytime I want from my company.... about how much is the discount?
  
This is the main reason why im considering the focus

#219 of 477 Focus lease rates in NC by gotpsa

Mar 17, 2008 (9:02 pm)

Looking for numbers for 2 & 3 yr, 15k/yr lease rates for Focus SES 4 cyl auto. Residual and money factors. Thanks, Ron

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