

I wouldn't let this get you down, you can always amuse yourself with the audio volume control setting. It usually only happened when going over large bumps in the road. An annoying problem with a loose face kept shutting off the power, which may be caused by loose terminals. The stereo system sounded fantastic with easy navigating through its features. If not, the labor alone will cost you hundreds of dollars. Hopefully if this happens to you, the warranty will rescue you from the water. I felt my un-used ashtray could double as a soap dish and I could have a tub on wheels. The leak would cause water to drip into the front passenger side carpeted area, so much so that making sharp turns would cause an inch or two of water to shift back and forth. A huge disappointment with the interior would have been the water leakage behind the dash during rainy weather. Over time, a noticeable collection of dust accumulated on the dash, which sits back fairly deep, making it hard to clean. I've always been a fan of dark interior the model I drove combined black and gray and consisted of soft edges to keep with a modern feel. I suggest a grocery net though, especially if you can't keep your Steve McQueen-like driving under control. Actually, since I was driving the four-door non-hatchback, I took advantage of the trunk's unique hinging system that allows for taller items placed closer to the bumper. Although I may prefer the design of the hatchback verses the sedan, having all four doors with a normal trunk lid has its perks. After driving the Corolla, Impreza, and other smaller vehicles, the Focus seems to fit in the 'average' range for looks.
