Ford Focus Usados en Venta en Saint Paul, MN

The Ford Focus attracted me most due to its economical starting price tag and decent fuel economy. I purchased the vehicle just before beginning law school and wanted something that would be reliable, get good gas mileage and not need costly repairs during a period where I wasn't working more than part-time. For a 4 cylinder vehicle, my Focus could get up to 70+ MPH in a hurry. I drove from Minnesota to California in the vehicle and never questioned my ability to do so. The interior, stereo system and trim were fairly basic. This was a no frills vehicle for a no frills period in my life.

Before purchasing the car, I rented several. The Ford Focus stood out to me as the best car to drive in terms of handing, ease of parking and maneuvering in general. It wasn't too bad on gas mileage, though doesn't get the 25 mpg with either highway or city driving the dealer had advertised. Nevertheless, it's a great car. The only major thing that went wrong with it is one time it stopped altogether at an intersection. It turns out it needed a fuel pump. However, this was after I had deviated from the owner's manual which instructed not to put ANY additives in the fuel line, just fuel. I had gone to a quick oil change place where the slick salesperson said the additive was included in what I paid, so I may as well use it. Interestingly, once at an actual Ford dealer when getting the oil changed, they tried to sell me a fuel additive. I explained no, as the owner's manual recommends against them. They were surprised as they were supposed to sell the additive!! Other than a fuel pump, I've had no other major issue with the car.