Test Drive: Ford Focus 2.0 Sport Hatchback

Hey, that's Focus country.

Saw the news ad on The Star last Sat that there several 09 Focus for sale at RM95k. Those interested quickly call them up and btw they also have company cars 2005 model Focus 2.0

true...08 model going for less than 80K
nabeh, i sms them twice to 2 salesman but no reply...wonder why autoconnexion salesman so lansi
why bother putting up the ads in paper???
frankly speaking, with such lousy attidue and rare spareparts, i think i will not invest buying a Ford in Msia!

do u need contact?

no thank you DC18 bro...i remember there are at least 5 hp nos in the ads...maybe all the used cars were oredi sold, so they can ignore the later inquiries...good luck to them

u call during holiday? but still not an excuse to the sales
i remember there were 3 but most of them not salesguy

i know kimy

i am a salesman too... we wish not to be 'disturbed' during weekends and holidays....that's why i sms and expect to be replied when time is convenience...it has been 4 days oredi... forget it...i judge people/service at first impression

when i bought a swift for my wife early April this year, the sales manager fr Pandan Indah returned my call immediately, even tho it was late at night...he gave good discount and even took the trouble to bring an used car dealer to trade in my wife's old kelisa...everything were brisk and professional and a 'win-win' deal was concluded

too bad for FORD then
i saw the advert but buying new is better cause the higher interest rates for 2nd car means same installment
new car also have discount

Any first impressions?

Indeed I do.

Exterior
- Test car is finished in a sporty Racing Blue colour, reminiscent of the Focus RS.
- It is a very handsome looking car.

Interior
- Fit and finish is a bit below par. Gaps between certain panels are quite big.
- At noon time, the metal finish of the steering wheel reflects sunlight straight into your eyes. Because of a packed schedule, I didn't have the time to do so, but I'll see if that can be fixed by adjusting the steering wheel position tmr noon.

Performance
- Engine pulls strongly under acceleration.
- 4A/T shifts smoothly.
- Little complaint on drivetrain.

Ride & Handling
- Focus' trump card. Corners very well, and rides smoothly too.
- Steering is light, but gives good feedback.

Didn't have time to properly road test it today, but will do so over the next couple of days.