The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR ESTATE 1.8 GHIA is a compact family estate from the first Focus generation, combining the familiar five-door hatchback feel with a longer roof and useful luggage space. In the UK market it sits among practical, affordable small estates, offering more load-carrying flexibility than a city car without the bulk of an SUV. The 1.8-litre petrol Ghia is suited to everyday commuting, school runs and weekend trips, especially for buyers needing a roomy, straightforward car on a modest budget. Ghia trim gives it a more comfortable, better-equipped feel, while the Focus is widely appreciated for reassuring handling and an easy-going drive. Against rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra estate, it is known for feeling composed and involving rather than simply being a box for carrying things. mycarcheck.com recorded 29 checks across 21 VINs: mileage averaged 119,000, annual use 7,000 miles, keepers about three and private-sale value £200.