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- After a year and a half and 19k miles...I'm moving on...
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Great meeting up with you today mark... and seeing the replacement for the RS...wow what a fantastic car you now own..see you soon mate...
Good bye Ford Focus RS and hello #######%%%%%???!!!!!!!!!!!!.....
Could it be a Mustang 🤔
Azim Bahar 🤔🤫
Probably something boring like an Audi or Volkswagen
interceptor1986 nothing boring with my Audi RS3 mate
Hope it's a Mustang lol
Sorry to hear the RS going Mark. Despite your problems, and your joy of driving and if you were honest, with owning it I've looked forward to seeing your videos. Believe it or not your experience with your RS has actually inspired me to swap my ST for an RS. It's been heaven since the beginning of September. Problems or no problems I'm sticking with it. The RS in any " Mark " is an iconic car. Good times, bad times, just remember the cherished times with your RS and I wish all the best with your next motoring venture 👍 Looking forward to the videos !!
Mark this is the most interesting thing I've ever seen, thank you for this unforgettable experience.
I 100% agree with your sentiments and reasoning and am in fact going through the process of trying to get ford to buy mine back. It’s a blast to drive, but a kick in the nuts to own.
Hope your next ride has a more enjoyable owner experience, safe travels!
I've really loved watching all your videos on the RS I'm really looking forward to what's coming to the channel and hope you got a fair price on the old girl all the best Mark
Thanks for all the focus RS videos .mark you are a fantastic man
Thanks for the update Mark. I loved the FRS Mk3 test drive but didn’t buy one because of all the engine issues owners have had. I did have a Mk 1 and Mk 2 FRS before I bought my current Hot Hatches. A 2015 Audi RS3 and 2017 FK2 Type R. Looking forward to your replacement vids👍👍👍
Sad day but dont blame you mark . The hassle won't ever stop
Cant wait to see the new replacement
A real honest vlog mark, well done
I'm a RS and Ford Rally Enthusiast I will die with my Focus RS ! Enjoy the new ride I know you'll miss the RS...
Why go through life worth blinkers on? There are sooo many good cars in the road why stick with Ford?
WOW 😮.....never thought you would have let it go that soon Mark......good luck with your future buy 👍
Absolutely the correct decision to get rid. Excited to see what you're swapping it for...
Can't wait to see more. I only have about 2000 miles now in my st200 and it's going strong. Hope I don't have any engine issues! :)
I've owned the Focus RS for 1 year now, using it as a daily driver and made some long trips with it. Great experience. Especially on the Nordschleife :). I test drove a M3 F80 yesterday but I was not really impressed compared to my test drive I had in the RS (coming from MK7 Fiesta ST). No issues so far with the RS, just the head gasket replacement that took only 3 days. Has been the perfect car for me so far!
Enjoyed the videos with the RS, good luck with the next car!
Damn that sucks.. sorry for the bad luck you've had Mark. Hopefully your next car gives you a better experience 👍🏼🇺🇸
That's really to bad. I've really enjoyed your journey with the RS but it does make me glad that I went with the ST. I've been driving ST's for three years and only been into the dealership for a TPMS sensor and issues with the rear defrost. Good luck and I can't wait to see what you get next!
Wow I watched you from the start! Your experiences made me avoid a RS... Good luck
Mark will winge all the way with the bmw that just his thing winge winge winge
Its a mature decision to make, a car needs more than a big engine and great handling to be a 'good car'. At this level if it lets you down and causes stress then its a compromise and its not one worth making. Peace of mind is worth much more, Ive chopped in 18 month old cars with much less problems than you have suffered so its safe to say you have given it a good go. I look forward to seeing the replacement and Im genuinely sorry to see the outcome of your RS adventure. Better luck for the next one ;)
Don’t blame you Mark once you get that feeling with a car it’s time to say goodbye
I’ve done it myself with two cars good luck with the new one
Such a shame mark after everything you have been through with the car. But everyone gets to a point we’re they have had enough. Good luck with your New motor 👍
Sorry to see this video. Really enjoyed following as you got yours same time as me. I’m Having the FPM 375 fitted in 2 weeks, first car iv ever tuned. Always hoped you’d do a vid having the same done. Look forward to seeing what you have now. 👍🏼
Don't blame you Mark...got rid of mine soon after the engine problems...and the fact they cannot overtake anything safely...won't go back to Ford ever again and have watched your woes over the blog...good luck with your new motor
Oh didn’t see this one coming...I bought my RS edition 3 months ago after following your and Fezza’s vlog for some time. I have a similar plan in terms of long term ownership and keeping it as standard as possible. A bit of sad but totally understand your reasons. Enjoy your next car Mark
I think you just got unlucky Mark... Yesterday I just picked up my Focus RS and it's absolutely fantastic...all issues dealt with by first owner (only recall)...I hope you still love the focus and haven't went off the RS brand. Keep up the bread vids
Good for you Callum, they're great cars to drive, I've always said that and will always say that. They're truly unique in the way they do their thing and very effective as they do it.
What !!!! Never thought I’d of seen the day. What a surprise.
Hope that you continue to share your vehicle experiences with your subs. I understand the reasons for giving up on the focus rs. I would too and from the videos you have shared I'm going to stay with my Peron tuned fiesta st and not dissapoint myself with an rs
I was secretly hoping this was clickbait. Bugger! It's terrible you've had such a bad experience. I hope I don't have issues with mine (I purchased after the headgasket issue) and I haven't heard so many issues with other owners. It's a shame because I know how much you've enjoyed the car. All the best with your next purchase!
I've been on the fence for what to get as my next vehicle for a long time. Mark, I've been watching since the beginning of this journey, and you've provided such terrific insight for the RS that it was influencing my decision towards getting one. Since Ford is no longer making them, it would be difficult for me to justify the cost & potential headaches. Then again like others have said, you could have just been rather unlucky with this example.
I'm stunned Mark, still trying to come to terms with you having traded in the RS. I know your ownership experience has been less than stellar, but I didn't see the car going quite yet. I can only see you replacing it with another manual, so my money has to be on either the M140 or the i30N. Hoping you'll continue to document your future car history for us all to follow along.
You said it perfectly, I just offloaded my RS... I was so passionate about it, but dang so many problems.
All the best Mark👍
Sad times 😟 Here’s to the journey ahead 😊👍
Sorry you had such bad luck with your RS. With all the trouble you've had I don't blame you for trading it in. Mine now has over 15000 miles and I've never had a hint of a problem with it.
I appreciate your honesty and I'm sorry you have had these issues with the focus, shame as it does look a lot of fun to drive. I'm interested to know what you are replading it with. YOU were the person that tipped my decision to buy my Fiesta ST 5 door in May 2017. I have not had any trouble so far in 16000 miles.The recent publicity regarding cracked ecoboost engines, mainly the 1 litre, worried me but I have been reassured that my ST is OK. These things do knock your confidence in the brand though. Pete.
Mark, don't feel bad my friend I got rid of my RS after 8 months.
I could not handle the horrible suspension, rough, bouncy very uncomfortable ride.
Beats the crap out of me every day.
Going to replace my RS with Golf R.
Sad that your experience wasn’t up to par. Hopefully your new vehicle will more than make up for your RS quality experience. Cheers!
I think your spot on there Mark but gutted for you same time what's next can't wait to see your next choice 👍thanks les
I kinda know how you feel buddy. I had 2 Mazda 6 MPS's, great driving car, power, handling, traction, looks, comfort, certain amount of practicality but man are those engines soft. My first one ended up throwing a con rod through the block, and the second one blew the turbo, which revealed
multipile other issues when being repaired. Such a shame, like you said as a concept, it was brilliant.
It's a shame this happened, I followed your posts when i was on the Fiesta ST forum and was interested when you moved to the RS to see how you got on with it. I moved up from the Fiesta and went for a M140i (I have no brand allegiance by the way, just enjoy a car for what it is). Very different beast and not perfect but can be a great laugh when handled well. That said I actually still miss the old ST on the back roads :)
I find your decision contrary to your proclaimed love of the car , yes you have had to cope with ford taking care of the issues you have experienced but they have stood behind their product. After each issue you carried on with how amazing the car is stating the car was worth it anyway and no other car is like it in its price point. Your commentary and excitement played a part in my decision to buy my 2018 Focus RS L.A.
I haven’t had a single problem and the car is everything you claimed - NO REGRETS HERE.
Best success to you with your new ride! Looking forward to watching more of your videos.
It's a peace of crap sell the fucker and buy something you can drive not just look at good bye Ford fuckus
this guy is a joke!!! great car
Its still a focus boss... Ford makes an exciting car/truck.. but they suck at lasting...
More TH-cam views if he swaps his car
You now know to baby it if you want it to last 10+ yrs
Been there mate. I had a lemon of an Audi S3 back in 2010 and after the amount of visits and time the car spent at the dealers I finally decided I had lost confidence in the car and chopped it on a BMW 135i
So what colour is the Xsara Picasso you’re getting?
It's a truly magnificent car with the poise and balance to suit his driving needs?
Toby the Glen 👍
ronnie pickering spec
It's a rover with a K series engine,he needs something with less head gasket issues.
twe enyss ha ha! Used to have a 214 myself. Great free revving buzzy engine till the kettle boiled!
Sad times Mark but the repeated issues and trips to the dealer were just a few too many.Excited to see what your next car will be
Good decision. I’m betting the replacement will be way better.
Hi Mark
I'm totally in agreement with you and the quality and aftercare Ford do or do not provide. I came to a similar conclusion within days of my ownership but so far after 8 months I still have it. It's still owned not through sheer pleasure of driving but sheer perseverance of ownership. I've been hunting for a fitting replacement but as yet have not decided. My previous 2009 Cupra K1 had better build quality and dealer support. With Stage 1 & 2 tunes it was also great fun to drive and more compliant as a daily than the RS. It was also a fraction of the value of the RS. Good luck with what you move on too, I may even follow.
I know exactly how you feel I bought an L200 Warrior years ago and they quickly became synonymous with cracked heads and spinning big end shells at relatively low miles, and it spoiled my enjoyment living with constant expectation of catastrophic failure. Thankfully it never went during my ownership, but it did go a year after I sold it.
I did fancy moving up to the RS from my late model ST225, but there’s just too many horror stories with them in terms of reliability. 👍🏻
Mark, Me and the Mrs started with the Mk2 ST3, 3 door, brand new, blue, remapped, big intercooler, new intake, blue flame cat back, 280+BHP, awesome car, had it poly bushed right thru, was driven hard by the Mrs more than me but i loved that one, had it just under 7 yrs, so like you with the RS we wanted it long term. We traded it for a mk3 ST Gen1, what a mistake, wiring loom issues, Ford
left us in a dangerous car for 4 months as they "could not find the issue" in the end simple Google search found the issue, 100k recall in the US over the same looms ...its really not hard is it ;-) Then we traded that for the RS, like you a dream car for us, decided no mods, just as it is, drive it hard, track day it, love it, within 2 weeks of us owning it I was back in the dealer asking if the engine was going to fail, it did not help they delivered late to us anyway as they found an issue on PDI day which turned out to have been caused by soaking some sensor on the intercooler when they washed it!
From then we never 100% got on with it, fear it would break, looming recall, people making jokes about the car even though we loved it...it all nagged us, so it went.
Ford failed the RS imo this time, they failed the Mk3 ST also, in fact ecoboost is the issue, not just the 2.3L the 1.0 also is proving a failure. The 2.0L seems semi bomb proof, why oh why did they not use that for the RS?
Its a real shame, i lost 10k in 16 months on that RS, never again.
Thanks for sorting rs gy17 txd.Never buy first production run of any model is a very old saying. Have followed your progress with rs for last 6 months, looked at 2 or 3 to buy but always to late or out bid for your colour and spec. When I saw your last video I knew your car was best in Britain so googled focus in Sussex and found yours. Purchased there and then on phone without viewing. Many thanks for your hard work. All the best with new - - -. ROG coll
Sad to see you and the RS part ways but 15 trips to the dealership would be heartbreaking. My I’ve had my RS 473 days and it’s been a beautiful experience so far. I plan on having this car for another 4 plus years as long as Subaru doesn’t mess it up and come out with an amazing STI. 😂 Looking forward to see what’s next for you Mark and hopefully a much more satisfying ownership experience.
Such a tease Mark!
Game changer...
Remember when they laughed at me on CS... ? It did change the game.
I think you might go Mégane...
Have you still been data logging all this time? I'd be good to get a final update on the overall figures you've been tracking if you have time to post them online for us anywhere. Looking forward to what you're going to be replacing it with!
It’s a shame and I wasn’t expecting you to give up on it but Mark I haven’t got £35k in one. That’s the long and short of it. Hope you enjoy your next car looking forward to the vids!
GT-R i am sure and i cant wait to see it! ❤️
I do find it strange when people watch a video such as yours which is basically a list of events and then give it a thumbs down . I can only guess that they are just either trolls or Ford haters . I find your videos extremely interesting and are based on facts . I presume that some people are so bored with their pathetic lives and the fact that they are nobodies , they feel the need to something exciting and radical by watching videos and hitting the thumbs down .
Sorry to see the RS go. Look forward to the vids of the new car.
Such a great shame Mark. I've had zero issues with mine, has been faultless, including 2 trips to Nurburgring, one to Spa and being used as a daily driver. From your experiences though, I totally understand. Intrigued with what you'll go for next. I test drove Civic Type R and Golf R. Golf R the best all-rounder, Type R a better driving experience. In my humble opinion. Or you could go large and go for Nissan GTR!
Hello Mark, very sad to see this video. Very shocked too as I expected as you had gone though having the engine replaced you would of, stuck with the car long term. Your videos were a great help when I bought my fiesta ST and they were also a great help when I bought the RS. I doubt I’ll change from the RS. I’m guessing you’ve gone for a bmw m140i, if so I hope you don’t have the dreaded rattle on the exhaust. Take care. ☹️
Best thing you can do,,cant begin to think how much these cars are gonna loose in comparison to the previous rs,great car for a week or so but that many trips to the dealership is just ridiculous
These cars will hold good money as they are the last of the line.
Its all going electric... :(
My RS has been solid. Those that have issues with their RS’s are pretty vocal about it. I know a guy on the fb group and he has 60k on his 16 Focus RS and he autocrossed it twice a month since he first picked it up and he said he had 0 issues besides HG recall
Great driving car but i also sold mine for similar reasons to yourself after a year of ownership . Since i have had the FL AMG A45 ... now thats an epic car :) ... enjoy the new car Mark i have enjoyed your videos.
Completely agree Mark. It was a Fantastic Car. The ownership experience coupled with the quality issues it had were equally too much for me. My 16month old RS went to auction.
I am now driving a new BMW M140i....... Really interested to hear and see what you have replaced you're RS with ! 👍🏻🙂
We have the exact same car Chris! Unless yours is auto that is, I could never go auto, I couldn't be without three pedals 🤣
@@MarkCup70 i knew it. Good luck Mark, hope you have a better experience with the BMW.Just can't come to terms with possibly changing mine ( as it sits at the Ford dealership waiting for repairs)
I have had the auto for just over a month. I have to say I'm beginning to get used to it,... although there are still moments when I miss a manual. Amazing car, look forward to you're blogs. @@MarkCup70
It’s a shame you’re getting rid as i liked the way you were documenting the long term ownership. Hopefully you do something similar with the replacement.
Not too surprised.
I only catch a video here and there.
Like you, I just bailed out of a 2017 RS.
There were things I enjoyed about the car but they were outweighed by issues and lacking areas like the bland interior, simple engine bay, etc.
For a portion of the price I am far happier with my replacement - hope the same for you!
Can’t wait for the Transit.
Hi Mark
What was the process like for replacing the car? I am worried I might be heading down path you went down. I love the RS but I am not sure it will last 10 years and I don’t want to be stuck repairing the RS.
I'm curious if your new car is a FWD.
I have been looking on Focus RS mk2, Evo X & 9. Sti and Golf R.
Great video my man...it almost sounds...no wait, it sounds exactly like you're describing owning an Alfa (any model...doesn't matter lol)
Shame to see it go Mark but totally agree with your reasons for it!
Good call !! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I drive an I30N with around 300bhp and 340 ft/lbs torque. It’s a pretty special car, particularly for a first attempt. I’m worried you go for an A45 AMG or RS3. I’m not a huge Ford fan, but the mK3 RS is, as you say, pretty special and those other 2 cars I think will leave you a bit flat. You obviously enjoy driving cars and the experience, feedback and connection you have with a car. I’m
not sure those cars I mentioned will satisfy that for you Mark. Anyway, good luck with whatever you choose.....👍
I was so close to getting the RS, if it weren't the uncertainty of reliability. M140i is my pick at the end. Happy day.
Well getting rid of mine now . Head gaskets gone . After having the recall done as well . Shame really liked the car !
Mark, it is a shame that this car which you enjoy driving so much has to go but I 100% understand the reason why. I have been in this position before & that is stressing yourself out because of a car is simply not worth it. I hope your next purchase will give you hassle free motoring & fun driving. Many thanks for all the videos with the Focus RS, as I have found them to be most informative about but above else finding out what it really is like when it comes to ownership of these especially when things go wrong because you have been very truthful about it all. Cheers.
Hey mark, I know it’s been a while since this was posted and I recently just bought a late 17 rs without the head issue let me tell you sir! And everyone else reading that has/had an RS if you feel like you baby your car… don’t! I assure you I’m out there beating mine enough for all of us! That’s what it’s about!
Nice one, that's exactly how it should be Jonathan, cars are for driving, paintings are for looking at. Far too many RS 'enthusiasts' are scared of putting miles on their sacred cars! 😂
Sorry to hear this, mine has been problem free, only done 4000 miles though, got to say I'm not sure where to go for service, it's a long trip to the dealer I purchased it, my local dealer in Seaford say they can't do it, didn't realise Worthing is a RS dealer, would you recommend them?
Well these videos are a great warning for anyone considering owning an RS outside of the warranty period!!! I wonder how all these recalls and mechanical problems will affect the resale values of the normally very desirable RS marque.
Guessing M140, Mk2 FRS
Curious, when will you upload the new car very excited!!
Absolutely fair play mate. Nothing worse when unreliability is on your mind all the time. Especially with something so expensive. You expect it on an old car but not new.
I owned a 62plate focus St and it spent 45 days in ford service centres in the first 2 years of ownership due to so many faults some that they struggled to even get to the bottom of! This is the same reason I had to see it go .......so I replaced it with a 330d xdrive and wow what a car but the ST was a great driving experience but also a headache.
As a Mk3 RS owner this video is very interesting, I’ve had mine just over a year now from new and never had a single issue with it. I’ve just had first service done without issue and it’s not been back to the dealer other than this. I’ve just discovered your channel so would be interested to know the other reasons yours went back to the garage so often?
Im fancying one of these now, i would hope things may have calmed down problem wise on a 6 year old car with a bit of mileage on them.
With prices now closer to £20k they are a reasonably good buy.
Ive considered an M2 as well but i think this is the better car for our weather/roads and mainly weekend use.
Hi Mark. Sad to see you sell the car. Apart from my engine issue (like you) mine's had some niggles but no more than what I've had with my previous Golf Gti and GT86. Look forward to seeing what you replace it with!
Well I didn't see this coming Mark! I hope you have made the right decision, you sounded quite emotional. I have worked in the motor trade mostly @ ford but worked @ Audi for seven years and have mates @ BMW and Merc and they all aren't as reliable as everyone thinks! Good luck Mark I will still be watching as I really enjoy your channel 👍
Love your channel.Can we expect a Focus Rs Mk2 now..that you finally tested one? :) Greetings from Norway,Stefan :)
What did you have running on the sync 3 screen?
So what was the replacement ?
I'm shocked. Mine has been pretty good, not too happy about the recall... but like you said, the car is phenomenal to drive....... I bet you will miss it dearly.
Such a shame, but totally the right move. That’s exactly why my brother moved his on after only six months of ownership. Hopefully you’ve gone for another RS, just this time Audi badged! The RS3 is the best car I’ve ever owned 👍. Look forward to whatever it is though; your videos are excellent.
Would you recommend buying a second hand one or not?
Dont blame you one bit either , I have enjoyed your videos as I considered the FRS but now thinking about a Civic Type R or a M140i
Couldn’t agree more Mark! Super performance hatch but the reliability is lacking some what.Look forward to seeing what your replaced it with.I am guessing it has AWD? Audi maybe 🤔
I love Ford cars to pieces but I can totally understand why you want to move on. If my car be it Ford or anything else gave me as much trouble as what you have had I would be selling too. I think you did get a lemon unfortunately. I wish you all the best and many happy kilometres in your new car. I will be staying tuned to see what it is and to follow your ownership experience with your new car.
Hmmm... have Ford offered you a great deal on remaining mark 3 RS stock?
Hi Mark. I been subscribed since the days of your fez ST that's what initially made me get one. Well two fez ST's in (one white, one molten) mine was stolen two weeks ago. I gotta say I'm glad that you are getting rid of the RS. As myself great cars but too much trouble to own, I'm fed up with the whole ford thing and I'm looking for pastures new so I'm interested in seeing what you have next. Hopefully not a ford eh.
Sorry to see that this is the last vid, really enjoyed them all as a fellow RS owner. I do agree that owning one has had its frustrations. Currently as I type this mine is undergoing a full diagnosis by FordUSA as the cabin keeps smelling like gasoline. This and the rattles on the dash, sidepillars and the rear spoiler as it turns out wasn't connected properly from the factory and nearly came off. My confidence in this car isn't where it should be. I had an STI before this and in the 5 years of owning it nothing happened, nothing. I'm also concerned about its resale value. I will echo what Mark said and say that the car is amazing to drive but it comes at a price that after 1-2 years you might question what the hell for.
The replacement for me above all else after your experience would be reliability. Glad you’ve seen the light.
Can't blame you Mark. Every issue, no matter how little, affects the ownership experience. Interested to see what you're getting next. I'm pretty sure there's an Audi dealership on that road?
After watching your video with the 135i and then the 440i, I knew you wanted a BMW ;) Enjoy!
Too bad mate.. I hope you have more luck with the N55
You are saying EXACTLY what every RS owner will eventually admit and realize. Just takes time, some people are in deeper cognitive dissonance than others and it requires a more.... violent epiphany to snap them out of their fanboy trance. Im on board with you, ive been over this car about 6 months into owning it but just cant decide what to replace it with. I NEED a 4 door hatch with AWD. And I dont like the golf, the audi is overpriced, the STI is 20 years old and still has engine issues, and the evo is gone. Im left with no options. Ive played the RWD sportscar game for years and they are USELESS for half the year where I live, otherwise I would have a Z06. Fuck this car, 90% of my issues with it are FORD and their service. Fine, you built a glass cannon, at least own up to it and support your damn customers. They just skirt responsibility when possible, and put a fucking spongebob band aid on the issue when they are legally forced to adress it. For all the fanboys out there that stand firm I say this, its not IF it will become a headache, its when. The 2.3 ecoboost is a direct injection DOHC version of a lima from the early 80s. The lima is a fuel injected bored and stroked version of the pinto engine from the early 70s. Aside from emissions and modernization BOLT ONS it is fundamentally the same engine. So effectively ford has taken a straight 4 from 1970, and put 26 pounds of boost on it. Anyone who isnt a retard will know that VERY high for a stock car. Stock supras, evos, stis, rx7s, 3000gts etc etc run less than half that. And THEY mostly have engines that were designed from day 1 to BE a force inducted engine and built to withstand the additional strain. Now days ford is more concerned with how much they can get away with shaving off the block to save on raw material cost than if the engine can take the stress. 350hp/tq from a 2.3L open deck block with sections of sidewall thinner than your fucking fingernail is a LOT to ask. Its like a video game, where you pick up one of those guns you can only fire 10 shots. Its 10x better than every gun in the game for 10 shots and then its over. Ford knowingly built a FANTASTIC performance car out of tissuepaper. Which would normally be ok if they were willing to stand behind their product. But they arent. I will end the rant with a line that will summarize my feelings perfectly. The Focus RS is the most exciting time bomb ive ever owned,and im both proud and dissapointed to have done so.
Bravo, sir, bravo! Well put!
Buy a honda...
Factually wrong, the Ecoboost isn't a development of the Pinto, it's based on a Mazda block. All of the waffle really originated from the schoolboy error with the head gaskets, other than that why complain about a £35k car with performance that would make one at twice the price blush. IMHO it's got 2 big downfalls, the interior is a bit naff but the biggest is the ride is far too harsh & ally that to the abysmal state of our roads then damage is going to occur.
@@ianwalton5156 Yeah lots of Focus RS owners fully bolt on without issue with tons of miles I have a friend with one that's never had a issue with 50,000km on it full mountune, and I know 2 ppl with a Focus ST 2.0l ecoboost and 1 that HAD a 3.5l ecoboost F150. The F150 3.5l had the same issues my 2.0l ecoboost had and his blew up. I fixed my issue tho, dealer was totally useless at diagnosing and fixing it... I had to research myself and realize the cause and fix and it turned out to just need a good 20 pulls 0-100km/h stop repeat 20x to break out and burn off all the carbon and its been fine ever since.
His RS seems totally fine now too finally but I can get his disappointment and him not wanting it anymore too.
You seem to know your stuff a lil better than me as I have only had v8 older cars that I raced previous to trying an St. What is your opinion on the 2.0 that's in them? Just had it intercooled and tuned.