I ordered the car in 2000 in order to get the side airbags. I have maintained it since then with oil changes every 3 to 4K. All the typical Focus problem areas such as thermostat housing, rusted rocker panels, recalled springs, ... have been addressed over the years. The drivers door is rusting at the bottom. Ths has been temporarily halted by a rust treatment from Eastwood that seems to be working. I have an extra Focus drivers door in excellent condition available for an additional cost