Jumbo chilli Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 (edited) Hi all Been thinking of buying a second hand ford focus 1.6 from 2014 as I like the styling and interior...etc, but after reading so many negative reviews/complaints regarding the transmission/double clutch issues I am getting cold feet and started having a secobd thoughts. Drove one of my friends one(2.0 model) and it was great fun driving. His got his transmission replaced under factory warranty 20,000 km ago and never experirnced any issue since. Should I steer awsy from it? Please share your thoughts. Thank you Edited January 30, 2019 by Jumbo chilli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 It seems many folk have had problems, thing is you are looking at a five year old ride where you may not know the history. Remember, a troublesome ride will be sold on..???? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAKAPALITA Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 Stick with something sensible , its not Rodeo Drive you only get noticed when anything breaks down. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Leopard Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 You should look for a 2016 or later model. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo chilli Posted January 30, 2019 Author Share Posted January 30, 2019 Thank you for all replies. After checking on some more reviews and advices from here, it seems there is no point buying this model. Again, thank you all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Leopard Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 I like the Focus as well. Good value for money. Especially the ST and the new RS. I guess though if you really wanted the 2014 model due to price then I would get the transmission looked at first. Also then, check out if there is a straight fit new retro/aftermarket transmission that you can replace it with should there be any issues down the line. That way your eyes are open to any potential future costs. The rest is just math and economics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 2 hours ago, Jumbo chilli said: but after reading so many negative reviews/complaints regarding the transmission/double clutch issues How many of the transmission/clutch trouble are due to people not understanding the transmission, how it works and how to use it? rather than actual mechanical faults. Simplistically speaking: D = looks for the highest gear possible S = looks for the lowest gear possible ( probably better in slow moving traffic) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAKAPALITA Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 2000 Bht for a Brake light on a Fiesta would put me off buying an obsolete Ford as another poster noted, doesnt the 125 Bhp Honda City tick all the boxes. Plenty to chose from.Cheap n Cheerful, fun to drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 Well yes. The rear light lens on my Suzuki truck is 200 baht. But a headlight unit is over 2000 baht. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwasaki Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 (edited) 3 hours ago, Jumbo chilli said: His got his transmission replaced under factory warranty 20,000 km ago and never experienced any issue since. Shouldn't of experienced any issue's in the first place if you ask me. Toyota and Honda 100,000 kilometre or much more no issue. Edited January 30, 2019 by Kwasaki 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAKAPALITA Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 1 hour ago, Kwasaki said: Shouldn't of experienced any issue's in the first place if you ask me. Toyota and Honda 100,000 kilometre or much more no issue. How did you manage a post without Cockpit being mentioned. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatteoBassini Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 1/30/2019 at 9:52 AM, Snow Leopard said: I like the Focus as well. Good value for money. Especially the ST and the new RS. I guess though if you really wanted the 2014 model due to price then I would get the transmission looked at first. Also then, check out if there is a straight fit new retro/aftermarket transmission that you can replace it with should there be any issues down the line. That way your eyes are open to any potential future costs. The rest is just math and economics. The ST and RS isn't made in Thailand and only one RS was ever imported and nobody is buying it. Aftermarket automatic transmission? I've never heard of that, ever. If such a thing exists, it is worse than the factory transmission and will break down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 Advice needed on purchasing ford focus Advice other than, "Don't?" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowtail Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 2 hours ago, MatteoBassini said: The ST and RS isn't made in Thailand and only one RS was ever imported and nobody is buying it. Aftermarket automatic transmission? I've never heard of that, ever. If such a thing exists, it is worse than the factory transmission and will break down. B & M and FTI Performance both come to mind for great aftermarket AT 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacessit Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 Ford service centres in Thailand have a less than stellar reputation. I have a friend who owns a Ford Focus of that vintage, and his wallet gets mugged every time he takes it in for a repair. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dumbastheycome Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 FORD= fix or replace daily. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemos Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 Hi all I have a 2013 Ford focus I have done 100000 k The clutch was replaced by Ford as it was faulty This was free .It is a great car and safety's important Second hand they are great value as there is a lot of negative publicity .Ford is reasonable to fix cheaper than some Honda .wouldn't swap for a jap model Ps rear light globe 40 B lens was 2000 ..hit by mc Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riche60 Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 Hi all i have a mazda 2 skyactiv d 2018 with a dti tunning box from the uk 140 bhp and 320 lb torque fully loaded even heads up display great fun to drive up in issan but can atract speed cameras so the wife lnforms me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 Shame because the Fiesta and Focus are both very good cars. My Fiesta has been fine and trouble free for 4 years. Better than some of the Toyota and Honda rubbish i have rented in the past. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 4 minutes ago, Henryford said: Shame because the Fiesta and Focus are both very good cars. My Fiesta has been fine and trouble free for 4 years. Better than some of the Toyota and Honda rubbish i have rented in the past. You "rubbish" two of the most reliable manufactured rides on the planet.?.???? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacessit Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 55 minutes ago, transam said: You "rubbish" two of the most reliable manufactured rides on the planet.?.???? That's because his nom-de-plume reflects his allegiances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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