Does the Ford Focus SE 2005 auto-matic ZX4 have the same problems as the other engine with the valve guides dropping into the piston ???I have one and believe this is the problem..oil lite on, engine quit, # 4 intake valve doesn't move, havent pulled the head yet...should I rebuidl? or look for another engine ?

thanks Boetschy

We bought the car brand new in 2006 and it died 3 years later in 2009, while the car was a bit late on the last service, all other services had been completed on time. I find the complete engine failure on a car just over 3 years old shocking.

Basically the entire engine needed a rebuild. A year later the starter motor died. This car is a complete lemon. Do not buy it!