Ford Focus 1.8 Tdci - Your Opinions

[chris_h]

Hello, I am new here as I am looking into purchasing a ford focus 1,8 tdci (not the 1,6 due to their DPF, yuck!). I heard the 1.6 engines are not fords, but are infact peugeot/citroen engines. Is this true for the 1.8?

The model I am looking at buying is a 1.8 tdci Ghia with 68000 miles, 55 reg, registered in 2006, nice interior ect for £3500, good price? I think it is looking at other focus diesels, but is the ghia model ok? I assume the engine is the same as the rest of the range, and the trims are simply different.

Any more input on this car would be great

cheers

[Stoney871]

You are correct on the facts about the 1.6.

They are indeed not pure Ford engines.

The 1.8 (Lynx) engine is pure Ford, it is an older style 8 valve engine but are pretty much bombproof.

The car you mentioned sounds good to me, just make sure it has a good service history and give them a cheeky bid.

The only problem I've ever had with my 1.8 is a dirty fuel filter, keep on top of that and you'll have no problems at all.

The Ghia is a good spec, have a word with a member here called Brigante, he has a Ghia and can better tell you what trim level he has.

[chris_h]

Cheers for that, whats the acceleration like and the average mpg?

I will be viewing the vehicle on saturday for a better look

[Stoney871]

Acceleration is good in second and third but the gear ratio in first is a bit short as per most diesel cars.

You will love it though.

Around town I return about 40mpg and about 50-55 on motorways.