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29-09-2008
19-09-2008 werd de Ford Focus door Auto Express
en What Car in Engeland verkozen tot de beste 2e hands auto, net als het
jaar daarvoor 2007.
Ford Focus wins top honours at used car awards
BRENTWOOD, 19 September, 2008 – UK buyers thinking of investing in a
used car should take note: Ford has been voted tops by two separate
panels of used car experts this week.
What Car? put the Ford Focus and Ford Mondeo top of their respective
categories ("Small Family Car" and "Family Car"), and put the popular
Focus ahead of the opposition to become overall Britain's the best used
car of 2008.
"It’s impossible to argue against the Ford Focus when you see exactly
what you get for your money. Just £5,200 (05 examples) will buy you a
car that’s great to drive, practical, reliable and cheap to run. What
more could you want.’" Said Matt Sanger, used car editor, What Car?
The Ford Focus was also the overwhelming choice of Auto Express's panel
of expert judges, which included Jeff Paterson from industry trade bible
Glass's Guide and car trader-turned TV presenter Mike Brewer. They
summarised their opinions by saying: "When it came to picking an overall
winner, there was no argument. The Focus offers an unbeatable all-round
package".
Both car titles also independently agreed on the same choice of family
car. The Best Used Family Car 2008 trophy was taken by the Ford Mondeo.
What Car? judges said " The Mondeo is stunning value on the used market,
with the 1.8-litre-petrol versions the pick of the crop. A modest amount
of money gets you a sharply styled hatchback that’s spacious and great
to drive."
Auto Express judges said, "In terms of how much car you get for your
money, the Mondeo is tough to beat."
Finally, Ford’s Fiesta has shown its super- mini rivals how best to
appeal in the sector, winning the What Car? best super-mini category.
“The Ford Fiesta is one of the best-handling super-minis on the market,
and shames more expensive rivals. It’s not only practical, but reliable
and economical to run, too," said What Car?
Kevin Griffin, director of fleet operations Ford of Britain and
responsible for used car sales nationally, commented: "These top awards
recognise the strength in depth provided by the Ford Focus range. Also,
it underlines the quality and reliability offered by the Ford range
backed up by low cost of ownership and an unmatched dealer network."
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