Im thinking of buying a used ford focus, (preferably a manual) from 2002-2006, I see theyre priced pretty well and Ive always wanted to try one out..Any one have any problems or good experience with used Focus'? Thanks
2007-06-21 14:03:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
SOHC? DOHC? Explain?!!!
2007-06-21 14:11:21 · update #1
Also used Toyota Corollas
2007-06-21 14:14:20 · update #2
Ahh thanks for explaining that DOHC SOHC thing...I kinda figured thats what it was but wasnt sure..
2007-06-22 03:53:45 · update #3
I find the 2005-2006s have less quality issues ( I mean having problems) so far compared to some of the older Focus models.
The SOHC and DOHC means how many cams are in the motor
Both engines for most of the years were 2.0s... the differece being 1 cam (single overhead cam) or 2 cams (Dual overhead cam).. the 2 cam motor, is not as simple as the SOHC but I like it a lot more personally (it's the one with the black valve cover)
later models had 2.3 DOHCs ... have had no issues with them.
2007-06-21 15:45:57 · answer #1 · answered by gearbox 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well...I have a 2002 Ford Focus 2 door hatchback....it's a 1.8 diesel engine with about 75 horse power...it's got an 5+1 manual gearbox.....it's the European model since I'm in Europe......truthfully...it's probably the best car i have ever owned......the only problem is that u must replace the belts and all the fluids...after about 6000 miles....but.....the car is easy to drive...with the diesel the gear changes are far apart so no 6 sec for the 5th...the car...even after 5 years still does 180 km/h(110 mph)...anyway...as i said earlier...it a really good car...cant wait to save up and buy the new one
2007-06-21 19:46:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have no experience with this car. However now that you're becoming a Realtor (I can't remember if you said you have your lic. yet or not)
Get an Automatic, whatever you get. You're going to be doing too many other things & with clients & what not (don't tell the CHP that), between fumbling for phone or notepad to jot down a # or info off of a fsbo sign or something, if you're have to shift too,,??
sheesh, i couldn't handle that. For your own safety, get an automatic. Although I drive a toyota, Ford's are a great car ,,my 1st car was a 66' mustang!
:)
2007-06-21 14:45:29 · answer #3 · answered by Miss Emily 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It's about average for small cars from ford. Lot's of rattles and road noise. Pretty dependable overall with a few quirks. Good mileage (we have 2 of them)
2007-06-21 14:19:16 · answer #4 · answered by randy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the sohc motor is crap but the trans are good .... the dohc motor is fine but the trans is crap ........... its all a crap shoot
2007-06-21 14:07:23 · answer #5 · answered by wonderboy n 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SHORT AND SWEET...................BUY THE TOYOTA............BETTER RESALE VALUE..................NOT A PIECE OF JUNK LIKE FORD..............
2007-06-26 08:05:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋