I'd second that. If the loaner Focus I'd been driving for the past few weeks had working A/C and new wipers, I'd have been happier, but it's a nimble and spunky little machine. I'd look at a ZX3, at least, or an ST or 2004 ZTS Sport if I were you, especially if you can find one with the 2.3L.

"Think of it, if you like, as a librarian with a G-string under the tweed." Clarkson on the Mondeo.