Well, my mom is gonna get a new used car. And she is stuck between two.
Car #1- 2007 Ford Focus:
The ford focus is a green color that my mom really likes, it is very new-it only has 3,000 miles on it. The seats in the back are very comfortable with a lot of leg room. It has a Cd player. Lots of trunk room.
Cost: 14,599
Car #2- 2003 Chevy Malibu:
Ok this car is white. It only has 1,000 miles on it, but it IS an older car. It has a lot of leg room in the back, but the seats are kinda leaned back so it makes you feel like your slouching, There is no way of ajusting the back seats. It also has a CD player. I dont know how big the trunk is.
Cost: 12, 599
if you have one of these cars, is it reliable? If not, whcich one do you think sounds better? Do you know if Chevy or ford is more reliable? My mom wants the car to last a while.
2007-09-09 04:24:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
generally the rule is, the expensive a car gets, the better the car is.
2007-09-09 04:29:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to own a 2002 Focus, and I won't miss it. We had all kinds of problems with it. I've owned two Fords in my life (the first was a 1993 Explorer), and both broke down and were cheaper to just trade in. I did rent a (slightly newer, maybe 2005 or 2006) Malibu once though and was very pleased with it. I don't have enough experience with the Malibu to be able to recommend it, but I'd certainly advise against the Focus. I'd be suspicios of a four-year-old vehicle with so few miles though, so be careful. And even if it is in perfect condition, that's a little much to ask for it. I'd keep looking if I were you.
2007-09-09 11:43:46 · answer #2 · answered by Jeff The God Of Biscuits 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ford Focus
2007-09-09 11:29:12 · answer #3 · answered by Peter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although I have never ridden or driven a Focus, I believe you'd be better off with a Malibu. My grandparents own a 2000 Malibu and it has been reliable to them ever since they bought it in 2000. I'm not much of a reader but I generally hear more positive reviews toward the Malibu. I hope I helped.
2007-09-09 11:33:55 · answer #4 · answered by macaru 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Malibu is probably close to losing it's warantee, but I'd still go with it. The ONLY purpose of the Focus is so that Ford can bring down their average MPG to meet government regulations. And the build quality shows.
2007-09-09 13:20:16 · answer #5 · answered by drewdude320i 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't spend over 5 or 6 thousand on a used car. You have no guarantees that either of these cars will be any good, and at those prices you could either get a new car or two or three older used cars. Even for 4 grand you could probably get nice a car that will look good and last a long time.
2007-09-09 11:33:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Out of the 2 I would take the Chevy Malibu. As for reliability they are both the same.
2007-09-09 11:31:09 · answer #7 · answered by Stampy Skunk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go for the Ford Focus. Its just alot better than a Chevy.
2007-09-09 11:31:42 · answer #8 · answered by Rainn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of those two choices . . . the newer Ford Focus.
But seriously, if you want a reliable car for about that same money - I would suggest looking at the possibility of a Subaru, Honda or Toyota. I have had two Subarus - never a problem. My mom has a Toyota, never a problem. My friend has a Honda, never a problem.
2007-09-09 11:33:24 · answer #9 · answered by The Corinthian 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
First, I cannot believe a 2003 only has 1,000 miles! You should look at gas mileage on both vehicles. My guess is that the Focus would be better. Gas prices are only increasing, so anything will help!
Good luck.
2007-09-09 11:29:45 · answer #10 · answered by earzee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although ford makes some pretty crapy non trucks I'd say the ford focus
2007-09-09 11:31:18 · answer #11 · answered by Yeti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋