I think you did good to eliminate the Focus. I don't think it will hold up. The ABS are a good investment. I did not get them for whatever reason. I have ABS on another vehicle. If you are a relatively inexperienced driver who drives aggressively they are a must.
I love my SE. It's an auto with no options except matts and microfilter. The SE has a lot of stuff though to begin with. I'm 55 yrs old-retired and I wanted trouble free transportation with a little sport. The SE is very well made and the engine is unmatched. The engine is what sold me. Yes the PP is worth the money but I bought the extended warranty instead. Car handles more than good enough for me.
You won't go wrong with the SE in my opinion.
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Plain Jane Cappuccino SE
with AutoTrans
I love my SE. It's an auto with no options except matts and microfilter. The SE has a lot of stuff though to begin with. I'm 55 yrs old-retired and I wanted trouble free transportation with a little sport. The SE is very well made and the engine is unmatched. The engine is what sold me. Yes the PP is worth the money but I bought the extended warranty instead. Car handles more than good enough for me.
You won't go wrong with the SE in my opinion.
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Plain Jane Cappuccino SE
with AutoTrans