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The Ford<\/a> Focus Hatchback has been named the used car of the decade by the car valuation expert CAP, which may attract additional attention to used Ford models in New Jersey.<\/p>\n

Judges explained that the Ford Focus won the prestigious award because of its versatile nature and its outstanding value.<\/p>\n

‘The Focus shook up a conservative sector in which the only truly desirable car had for a long time been the Volkswagen<\/a> Golf,” said CAP judging panel chairman Mark Norman, quoted by the Ayrshire Post. “It was a truly brave move by Ford, which created a new vehicle from scratch.”<\/p>\n

“As a used car, it has satisfied every [criterion] for the demanding consumer who requires a true five-seat family car with quality, comfort, performance, durability, reliability, safety, economy, practicality and style,” he added.<\/p>\n

The American car manufacturer took home several awards in the competition, including the Ford Ka’s receipt of the best secondhand model award in the small car section, the highest award given to a vehicle used solely for personal transport. Judges stated that the Ka won the award due to its affordability, low running costs and reliable engineering.<\/p>\n

Interest in used Ford models in New Jersey may increase following the news of Ford winning such prominent awards.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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