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by mullson
Jul 13, 2009 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Engine and Transmission last LONG time
Holds up well in accidents
Parts found anywhere
Cons: Trunk latch has had issues
Rear doors locks stuck
Lights difficult to install.
The Bottom Line: No car is perfect but after driving a lot of rentals I would go back to my Focus anytime, very reliable car!
We drive more than most people so we find out real quick if a car is junk or not. Our 2001 Ford Focus is still running strong at nearly 200,000 miles now.We have had some issues, but compared to our Chevy - I'd take a Ford any day of the ... read more
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by wompus_kitty
Mar 4, 2009 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 30 Recommended: No 
Pros: Superb design, spacious, fuel-efficient, decent aerodynamics.
Cons: Unreliable, frequent service, rough handling, repairs will nickel and dime you.
The Bottom Line: Do not buy this model year. Excellent form factor, but look to more recent years.
My wife and I bought the station wagon model of this car because of its spaciousness, comfortable seating and back hatch. We were once able to fit three car seats across the back bench with limited difficulty. The car has LATCH system for car seats which ... read more
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by tmobilesux
Jul 10, 2008 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Affordable, safe, light, compact, roomy inside
Cons: For this model, the windows and locks are manual, so it can cause some inconvenience
The Bottom Line: A great choice for a first time buyer and you don't want anything fancy. It is practical and easy to use.
I never thought I would need a car in school but I did. As someone who never bought one and didn't even have much experience driving, I found it hard to start. With the help of my in-laws,I found this Ford Focus 2001 on-line. It met three of my ... read more
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by gypsy_rose93
Jan 21, 2008 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Roomy for being a littler car, Fun to drive, Easy to maneuver.
Cons: Is a small car, Could be a little peppier,
The Bottom Line: I would own one, They are fun to drive and easy to maneuver and not terribly bad on gas. and so far they seem to be dependable.
The 2001 Ford Focus... At first when my husband purchased this car I wasn't a very happy person to say the least. I thought it was way to small and as is I sit in the back most of the time with our baby. BUT shortly after we purchased this car I really ... read more
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by econger
Nov 12, 2007 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: Interior is great, nicely designed
Cons: Horrible, horrible piece of mechanical failure all around; total junk
The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a used car to buy, and come across one of these, RUN THE OTHER WAY, and fast!
Yeah okay, those are old and silly acronyms for FORD(or DROF if you like it backwards), but in the case of the 2001 Ford Focus, they're also completely true. I have never owned a bigger piece of garbage in my life. In the beginning, I thought this ... read more
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by grandpa_bear
Oct 20, 2007 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: None what so ever.
Cons: A complete piece of Ford junk. Will never buy Ford again!
The Bottom Line: Stay far,far way from this automobile.
This vehicle is a complete piece of garbage. Since I purchased this car new the following problems have happened. Rear wheel bearings bad - car 3 weeks old battery blew up - car 5 weeks old windshield developed cracks - 3 months old under bumper wind ... read more
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by sadfordowner
May 1, 2007 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 20 Recommended: No
Pros: Fantastic turning radius. You can make a u-turn in no space at all.
Cons: Brakes need to be replaced more often than normal. Electrical and idle problems.
The Bottom Line: If you need a vehicle for hauling cargo - the interior is a major plus. The turning radius is a plus.
The other items make this an avoid.
Leg Room a problem for taller passengers in back seat. Issues with excessive brake wear. Stalling when air conditioning is engaged ie at traffic lights. Wiring harness in lift gate needs replacing very early. Ford did not design access for this ... read more
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by gowesti
Mar 23, 2007 - Updated Mar 24, 2007 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Nice engine, great handling, sporty appearance. Just plain fun.
Cons: Stereo with CD is nothing to write home about.
The Bottom Line: I think this is a fantastic car for a young driver (even new drivers). It is fun to drive, the handling is great, and the engine is powerful yet efficient.
Background We originally bought a used 2000 Ford Focus sedan for my daughter. Unfortunately, the car was totalled in an accident after about 4 months. After driving that car I did notice that the Focus sedan did have a visibility problem due ... read more
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by cbackus
Sep 10, 2005 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, Handling, Braking, Space, Visibility
Cons: Road and Wind Noise, Engine Rough at Idle
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this as an economy car, with good power, that has average fuel economy, has ample space, very good handling, and very good reliability
I have to say after, four years of owning and driving the Focus SE with Zetec engine, I have very little to complain about. My overall impression of the Focus has been very good. I just completed an almost 2000 mile trip from Vancouver,BC to Wichita, ... read more
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by mattfilmeck
Jul 31, 2005 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Cheap to maintain. Great fuel economy. Superb handling.
Cons: Sluggish manual transmission. Loose clutch. ZTech is nothing special.
The Bottom Line: A to B transportation with style and little expense.
I bought a used 2001 ZX3 with a 40K mileage to replace my tired out Honda Civic. I drive the vehicle a lot and put over 10,000 miles on it in less than four months. I promised myself I would never buy a ford again after a bad experience with a Tempo in ... read more
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by chrobo42
May 24, 2005 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: Very roomy for small car, handles well
Cons: VERY unreliable
The Bottom Line: I would recommend that anyone who needs reliable transportation stay away from the 2001 Focus as it is plagued with problems.
I bought this car brand new in the Fall of 2000 and have had it in the shop constantly for one thing after another. It is the most unreliable vehicle I have ever owned. I will never buy another Ford and that's all my family has ever owned. The first ... read more
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by juljoh70
May 19, 2005 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 20 Recommended: No
Pros: The car still looks really nice after 80,000km.
Cons: See above!!
The Bottom Line: I would not recommend this vehicle to anyone. Just too many cosmetic and minor problems to deal with! More then just wear and tear is my opinion!
This car was purchased for $25,000 cad in October 2002. We puchased this car because it was a nice looking car...ran well in the test drives, and was the right price. I am happy with the continued good looks of the car. In the time we have had it ... read more
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by stinkypete
May 2, 2005 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 30 Recommended: No
Pros: Handling, Styling, Comfort, Price
Cons: Drivetrain, Cheap parts
The Bottom Line: Gorgeous Car but problem prone. Buy with caution.
I leased a 01' Focus ZX3 in December of 2000. It came fully loaded with the exception of leather seats, sun roof (which i would never want) and as strange as it seems - intermittent wipers. It was the bright blue with the 16 inch rims - gorgeous car! ... read more
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by rajones_i
May 1, 2004 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Handling, ergonomics, MPG, price, roominess, reliability
Cons: brake rotors rusting
The Bottom Line: Fun to drive, reliable transportation with an odd flare for style. Enough room for people over 6'4" in the front seats.
I have owned my 2001 ZX3 since May 2001. I currently have about 33,000 miles on the car. With a few exceptions I can say that it has been a very good car. I purchase a "no frills" version (I didn't know they still made cars without air conditioning!) ... read more
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by socalchris
Dec 3, 2003 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: Roomy for a small car.
Fun to drive, when it is working.
Cons: Horrible gas mileage.
Very poorly built.
Ford won't stand behind it.
Problem after problem...
The Bottom Line: Plagues with problems, defects, bad mileage, recalls, high insurance and poor resale value.
A good used car would probably be a better choice.
This car is a lemon, plain and simple. My wife and I bought the car in April 2001, to replace an Escort that had just ended it's lease, and we had no trouble with. Brake problems! Within the car's first week, the brakes were grinding. We took it ... read more
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by latrice99
Nov 25, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 20 Recommended: No
Pros: Cheap, cd player, roomy
Cons: depreciating value, mechanical problems.
The Bottom Line: If you plan on putting miles on the car or exending payments beyond 3 years do not buy this car.
The ford focus SE was the first car I had ever bought at the age of 18. It seemed like a great deal with great features like cruise control and keyless entry. The first year was ok. I drive alot of miles and during my second year I was around the ... read more
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by chocopudding
Nov 11, 2003 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: Sharp styling/ Good handling and brakes
Cons: Poor reliability and build quality/ Terrible gas mileage and seats
The Bottom Line: Would not recommend this car to my worst enemy.
This car was awarded European Car of the Year and the North American Car of the Year. I was so impressed by these accolades and the positive magazine reviews that I purchased a silver ZX3 in May, 2001. It only took a few months for it to be transformed ... read more
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by dodge6095
Aug 22, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Stylish, confortable, great gas mileage, affordable, peppy
Cons: Power door locks switch located in weird location.
The Bottom Line: would recommend Focus to anyone.
We have owned this 2001 focus se sedan for nine months and thoroughly enjoy driving it. Get 28 mile ... read more
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by bballman
Jul 11, 2003 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Handling, Power, Roominess and Price.
Cons: Mileage
The Bottom Line: This is the most affordable quality car there is. Import quality at a domestic price.
I recently turned my lease car in and decided to opt for a an affordable used car that got good mile ... read more
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by vhfan67
May 10, 2003 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No
Pros: None really
Cons: Ugly body style
Maintainance problems
Depreciation faster than average
Weak, loud engine
The Bottom Line: Car money is better spent on a Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla.
My wife bought this car in 2001 and at first (within the first 5000 miles) the car seemed like a decent choice for a small sedan. But in the last year or so, we have regretted the day we signed the loan papers on this close to being a lemon. Here's why ... read more
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