purchasing

might be buying a 2002 or so Focus. Any tips on what to avoid/look for?

don't do it. i have a 2001, and it sucks. i have had to have 2 window switches replaced at $300 a pop. the transmison always fills like it is slipping, when you go the same speed for 2-3 minutes it feels like the transmison drops. i am having problems with mine. every time i have to stop, my car dies unless i drive 2 footed......don't do it.

don't do it. i have a 2001, and it sucks. i have had to have 2 window switches replaced at $300 a pop. the transmison always fills like it is slipping, when you go the same speed for 2-3 minutes it feels like the transmison drops. i am having problems with mine. every time i have to stop, my car dies unless i drive 2 footed......don't do it.

what mileage do you have on your 01? We have an 02 with 36000 with no problems, anything earlier than 02 steer clear of, even consumers reports states that. The 02-04 has almost been given a best buy from consumers reports but they will not do it since the previous models have been so bad. We paid less than 18k for our fully loaded ZX5 with leather, side airbags, and traction control sys. We would buy it again.

buy one...it' s the greatest car i have owned...i am really sad that i have to sell mine...i just bought it six months ago...i have to move...just my luck