Ford Focus Or Astra Which Is Best?

[fugley]

Mr Fugley wishes to change his car (currently an S reg Renault Clio).

I've got it down to two that I like, the Focus or the Astra. Please do not confuse the issue for me by suggesting a different option but your opinions on the above are invited and will be appreciated.
Thanks!

[J'Pol]

Which particular models are you thinking about, you boring bar steward.

[JONNO_CELEBS]

Originally posted by fugley@3 August 2003 - 15:30
Mr Fugley wishes to change his car (currently an S reg Renault Clio).

I've got it down to two that I like, the Focus or the Astra. Please do not confuse the issue for me by suggesting a different option but your opinions on the above are invited and will be appreciated.
Thanks!
You alright Fugs??? :blink:

Bit tame for you ain't it?? :lol: :lol:

Go for the Ford dude.........good cars :)

Jonno B)

[fugley]

Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 15:33
Which particular models are you thinking about, you boring bar steward.
Actually there's one other to comment on.....

The Toyota Clamydia!

[lynx]

Originally posted by fugley+3 August 2003 - 16:36--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (fugley @ 3 August 2003 - 16:36)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-JPaul@3 August 2003 - 15:33
Which particular models are you thinking about, you boring bar steward.
Actually there&#39;s one other to comment on.....

The Toyota Clamydia&#33; [/b][/quote]
You can get some cream for that.

[lynx]

Actually, it&#39;s like asking which colour of sh*t do you prefer.

http://www.ebaumsworld.com/forumfun/misc12.jpg

[fugley]

Originally posted by lynx@3 August 2003 - 15:47
Actually, it&#39;s like asking which colour of sh*t do you prefer.

http://www.ebaumsworld.com/forumfun/misc12.jpg
Gnorf&#33; Gnorf&#33;

[Proper Bo]

astra, i hate focuses

[lynx]

At one time, I would have said Astra every time, but I had the oportunity to test drive both about 2 years ago. The Astra has got so overweight it can&#39;t hack it against the Focus.
Don&#39;t know about the Toyota thingy, but you know what they say- the car in front is a Toyota - why doesn&#39;t the twat pull over and let people pass ?

Anyway, they are all crap, get a Seat.

[Proper Bo]

my mam drives a seat ibiza, it&#39;s quite a nice little car

[J'Pol]

Come on now, don&#39;t exclude the Ladies in the discussion.

What colour do you want it to be.

[Proper Bo]

Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 17:11
Come on now, don&#39;t exclude the Ladies in the discussion.

What colour do you want it to be.
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[gecko1001]

Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick&#33;

[fugley]

Originally posted by gecko1001@3 August 2003 - 16:46
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick&#33;
Keep em commin me is readin. By the way JP I want somat Aquatic Metalic.

:)

[fugley]

Originally posted by fugley+3 August 2003 - 16:55--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (fugley @ 3 August 2003 - 16:55)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-gecko1001@3 August 2003 - 16:46
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick&#33;
Keep em commin me is readin. By the way JP I want somat Aquatic Metalic.

:) [/b][/quote]
With a fluffy kitten hangin from the rear-view mirror.

[fugley]

Originally posted by fugley+3 August 2003 - 16:58--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (fugley @ 3 August 2003 - 16:58)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
Originally posted by fugley@3 August 2003 - 16:55
<!--QuoteBegin-gecko1001@3 August 2003 - 16:46
Get the Focus, Vauxhalls are dead easy to nick&#33;
Keep em commin me is readin. By the way JP I want somat Aquatic Metalic.

:)
With a fluffy kitten hangin from the rear-view mirror. [/b][/quote]
And a Quim-Mingus air freshner&#33; :ph34r:

[fugley]

Me is worrying, with me mentalist mind now about the names of the cars me is contemplatin&#33;&#33;&#33;&#33;

The Focus (Sounds like fuck arse&#33;)

and

The Astra (Arstra&#33;)

Maybe me has tendencies which is commin out&#33;


:blink:

[J'Pol]

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_153.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_145.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_163.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_158.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_47.jpg


I used to like the Astra, however having driven a modern Focus I think it is a nice (if seriously bland) car. You would also have no problem getting parts for it if required.

If I had to get one or t&#39;other (which I wouldn&#39;t thro&#39; choice) I would get a Focus.

[fugley]

Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 17:07
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_153.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_145.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_163.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_158.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_47.jpg


I used to like the Astra, however having driven a modern Focus I think it is a nice (if seriously bland) car. You would also have no problem getting parts for it if required.

If I had to get one or t&#39;other (which I wouldn&#39;t thro&#39; choice) I would get a Focus.
Hope you is not some Ford Sales guy playin mind games with me JP&#33;

Have to admit they does look a little more swish than the Astra&#33;

Nice pics JP thanks - but did they air brush the pimples?

[J'Pol]

See I don&#39;t even know what that means.

[3rd gen noob]

go for the focus

[fugley]

Originally posted by JPaul@3 August 2003 - 17:07
http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_153.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_145.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_163.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_158.jpg

http://www.ford.co.uk/spg/images/SPG_3_28_0_47.jpg


I used to like the Astra, however having driven a modern Focus I think it is a nice (if seriously bland) car. You would also have no problem getting parts for it if required.

If I had to get one or t&#39;other (which I wouldn&#39;t thro&#39; choice) I would get a Focus.
I think I&#39;ll go for the four door hatch (called a five door).

Anythin off for cash Mr JP???

[J'Pol]

Originally posted by 3rd gen noob@3 August 2003 - 18:28
go for the focus
What he said.

New thread for model at all.

[fugley]

Originally posted by JPaul+3 August 2003 - 17:30--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (JPaul @ 3 August 2003 - 17:30)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-3rd gen noob@3 August 2003 - 18:28
go for the focus
What he said.

New thread for model at all. [/b][/quote]
As long as its Aquatic Frost me is content.....

[3rd gen noob]

you want the ST170 or Focus RS if you can afford :P

if you have quite a bit of spare cash, you could get the WRC car

however, back to the real world, the 5 door hatch is probably the best...

[fugley]

Originally posted by 3rd gen noob@3 August 2003 - 17:53
you want the ST170 or Focus RS if you can afford :P

if you have quite a bit of spare cash, you could get the WRC car

however, back to the real world, the 5 door hatch is probably the best...
Thanks Mr Noob.

[zacspeed]

you could also try Fords newest release, the "Pubic"
It&#39;s made out of old corsairs&#33;
:P
Think about it........

[fugley]

Originally posted by zacspeed@3 August 2003 - 18:08
you could also try Fords newest release, the "Pubic"
It&#39;s made out of old corsairs&#33;
:P
Think about it........
gnorf&#33; gnorf&#33;

[namzuf9]

Get an Astra coupe 2.0 turbo limited/bertone edtion. Looks gr8 and goes like poo poo off a shiny shovel&#33;
Or a Seat Leon Cupra R (same reason as above) but 210bhp out a 1.8&#33;&#33;&#33;
Of course I&#39;m biased, I work for &#39;em&#33;

[3rd gen noob]

Originally posted by namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:19
Get an Astra coupe 2.0 turbo limited/bertone edtion. Looks gr8 and goes like poo poo off a shiny shovel&#33;
Or a Seat Leon Cupra R (same reason as above) but 210bhp out a 1.8&#33;&#33;&#33;
Of course I&#39;m biased, I work for &#39;em&#33;
focus rs would kill a leon :P

[namzuf9]

Originally posted by 3rd gen noob+3 August 2003 - 19:21--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (3rd gen noob @ 3 August 2003 - 19:21)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:19
Get an Astra coupe 2.0 turbo limited/bertone edtion. Looks gr8 and goes like poo poo off a shiny shovel&#33;
Or a Seat Leon Cupra R (same reason as above) but 210bhp out a 1.8&#33;&#33;&#33;
Of course I&#39;m biased, I work for &#39;em&#33;
focus rs would kill a leon :P [/b][/quote]
Probaly true but I dont get to drive a RS Focus :P

[3rd gen noob]

Originally posted by namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:24
Probaly true but I dont get to drive a RS Focus :P
:lol:

you ever heard of the german leon with 490bhp?
there&#39;s a video of it doing 190 mph on the autobahn, which is pretty impressive

however, it was 5 up at the time... :o

[namzuf9]

Originally posted by 3rd gen noob+3 August 2003 - 19:26--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (3rd gen noob @ 3 August 2003 - 19:26)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-namzuf9@3 August 2003 - 20:24
Probaly true but I dont get to drive a RS Focus :P
:lol:

you ever heard of the german leon with 490bhp?
there&#39;s a video of it doing 190 mph on the autobahn, which is pretty impressive

however, it was 5 up at the time... :o [/b][/quote]
&#39;kin hell :w00t:

Anyway back on topic......
With cars nowdays it&#39;s always best to look a bit further down the line in terms of costs-servicing being a big one.
For example an Astra 16 valve will need it&#39;s cambelt changed about every 40,000 miles, so if you do high mileage it may cost ya.
Best way to find out about the servicing intervals on a car is to go to a main dealer and speak to their sevice department (sales will fob you off with bs to try and sell you a motor.)