Ford Focus RS: WHY did Ford stop making them??
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- Ford Focus RS: WHY did Ford stop making them??
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I still have mine. Black, just like this one. Modded with a bunch of Mountune parts, tune, etc. Still look forward to every drive. 😊
I remember the sound of the engine and the adrenaline rush that came with it. It was a true driver's car.
Inline was more like a mini V10 ...
I even remember when ol Kenny Block actually hooned it on the Ford facility when it was first came out, fresh off the assembly line
The best Ken Block era. RIP Ken 🕊️
Man I forgot how great of a car the Focus RS is
Yes it had its own issues but nonetheless it was the first and last time we got an European icon like the Focus RS here to America as it is one of the only rally bred hot hatches
Would love to get one as a project car then again there’s now the GR Corolla which fills that void
After seeing and hearing the GR Corolla in person, I respectfully disagree.
@@BlueSkyCrystalsYeah but since there isn't any other rally bred hot hatch like the Focus RS and even the WRX STI hatch then is there anything else other than the GR Yaris or GR Corolla?
@@basithph8958 Don’t get me wrong, I love that Toyota built those cars, but I would not say these cars fill the void left by the RS and the STI. They try, but in my view they come up short. I obviously hope the GR cars will have great sales and reward Toyota for their investment in a niche segment.
European icon? I know it's made in cologne, Germany but I thought ford is an American brand.
@@10cent_not50 Ford’s RS brand is basically exclusive to Europe, and the Mk1 and Mk2 Focus RS were not sold in the US. The Mk3 was the first one sold here.
Have had my ‘16 Stealth Grey since early 2018 and it still puts a smile on my face every day. Just under 70k miles.
You the first owner?
@@MotorsportCreative I’m the second owner. Bought it with just under 20k miles and the head gasket had already been replaced by then.
@@j0hny00s that’s awesome! Glad it’s still going strong 💪🏼
Heyyyy first owner of a blue 2017 myself, also just under 70k miles 🤣 I had the head gasket replaced too, along with something to do with my steering, I can't remember what it was specifically, it was several years ago, but the steering just quit working when I started it up one day lol. But otherwise mine is still going pretty strong.
I have a ST, and it's a blast to drive. The biggest issue I have with it is simple enough - the lack of a factory differential (ie: trac-loc or Quaiffe). The electronic traction control (ick!) is not sufficient to keep the torque steer under control. It'll never be as stable as the AWD RS, but at least having good front wheel drive with a good diff would make it much better on throttle and coming out of the corners.
Mods I have are similar to what the RS has - blowoff valve (because the ford recirc valve failed and they dont sell just the seal that fails), and an exhaust (GT350 active muffler welded and fabbed up by myself) which comes out in the stock location but sounds much rowdier...
i have the mk8 Fiesta ST, Ford were onto something with their hot hatches during this time
I got my 2017 in 2019 and I love it. It’s black, looks just like this one. Only a few mods to date but I want to go ham after it’s finally laid off in about 16 months.
Such a beast of a car
Is it stock? That looks so fun, hope to trade in the Fiesta ST and get one someday, although I do love this car a lot, so fun to toss around and not worry
Sitting in my 17 ST rn, will say the 3.5 ST has the same headlight
What exhaust is fitted to the car?
I have a 2014 Ford Focus Titanium Hatchback
It has the ST engine in it it has the ST suspension package I don't have the seat issue like that RS now the down fall about the one I bought has the 6 speed automatic transmission with the dual clutch Ford already said they screwed up with that transmission but as long as you keep up on the updates with she will be fine what I would love to see you do is do a picture of it to show what it could look like today and do some changes that you would love to see incorporated into her
Shape of the focuses seems like the badge shape. Contours give it a purposeful look. Ready to race and suck in as much air as it goes.
Biggest regret in my life in terms of buying cars. Finding a clean one is a miracle
Id like to have one of these - that 2.3l EB is a beast even in the Ranger. A 6 speed manual with it pumping out 40 more ft lbs and SEVENTY more HP? Bonkers.
The RS was a beast on the track. I miss pushing it to its limits and feeling the power under my feet.
I have a fully paid off nice car, i have no intentions of buying a new car. but if i ever have to, i'm getting this.
Can you do a video like on the Hyundai Veloster N?
I had one for a year, absolutely the very best most coolest car ive ever been in, i definitely plan on buying another later on, but i needed a truck and had to trade her in😭
Ford should have fitted vents in the bonnet to improve the aggressive stance of this car.
11:21 a white Audi R8 just chilling in the parking lot
I also still have my 2018 Race Red RS. I use the RS for car shows but have been considering using the RS as a daily driver. I drive about 6,800 miles per year between 2 cars, and I think at that rate I should be able to drive it for a long time with minimal wear.
I bought mine new in 2017. Had 2k miles up until 2 years ago. I’m at 40k right now. My biggest regret was not driving it more often. It’s a blast to drive and enjoy every single mile. Change that PTU and RDU oil though.
@@MotorsportCreative I think you are doing the right thing with your RS and I am doing it wrong but I am slowly getting there or I should sell and move on.
Drive it however you see fit. I put 1k miles a month on my RS since I drive it for work and I visit several sites a day. I would say drive it everywhere because it’s such a blast. Keep in mind the car has been discontinued for 5 years so parts, especially for interior pieces, are getting discontinued. I will drive mine until I can’t. I don’t care about resale value. To each their own, of course.
I have a 2017 RS. It is stock and I've owned it for 4 years. Was the second owner and got it at 22k miles. It now has 39k miles. I daily mine. I absolutely love mine. Ive condidered selling it or trading it towards a Shelby GT350 but i cant bring myself to part with it. I think it woukd e something I'd regret.
Still enjoying my ‘18 RS. Nitrous blue and at 27k KM. She’s a cream puff.
Greatest hot hatch ever made.
My RS is black, 2017, daily, people either love it or hate it or don't know, don't care.
I get a lot of compliments with the sound of the Scorpion Exhaust.
Stock exhaust sounds like a weed Wacker. I couldn't stand it.
I have almost exactly that car 😅 but I have shell seats and another exhaust
European or Australian car?
@@MotorsportCreative European. The exhaust is aftermarket. And aftermarket backlight so they are smoke black 😁
I want the RS back 😭
Remember the Detroit Techno Ford Focus Commercial?
Must ask though. I’ve heard the worst part about the RS is the uncomfortable/awkward driving position. Did you get any hints of that when you were driving it?
As an RS owner, I’ve never had an issue with driving position.
Ive still got my Nitrous Blue RS , currently has the Mountune M380, catback exhaust, and a set of Fifteen52 alloys on it. The only thing about it is that the interior looks so dated compared to its rivals.
Which package do you have? I have an st3 and it still looks pretty modern🤨
The MK2 RS looked absolutely bonkers. Don't see many of them around.
God I want one. I hate that Ford got rid of all their small cars.
Eh, the RS and st were good enthusiasts models. But the maverick is a much better entry level vehicle than the standard spec focus and fiestas. Looks better, just as fast if not faster, more reliable by far, more capable, better fuel economy. Plus we're going to see some wild maverick performance models.
@@themidnighttavern6784those are two different platforms that offer people different purposes. You can’t compare Mav to a Focus.
@@MotorsportCreative I never said they were the same vehicle, just that the maverick is a better vehicle, which is objectively true.
@@themidnighttavern6784 it’s a truck vs a small car. They serve two different purposes. Better is subjective.
Sketch this car plz
A video on this isn’t necessary
that interior is definitely a huge deal breaker for me
agreed. exterior looks great, but the interior looks awful
Wtf are you guys buying a sports car for? Everything else outweighs the interior which isn't even bad smfh, why are your standards so high for an older car, what more do u even need ffs
@@jjthomson2815 old is not the issue. Bad quality and actual ugliness is. At least for me.
@@CyAn-S Not actually a bad quality.We have cars at forums with 100.000 miles on and they are like brand new if the owner love the car.If we talking about durability.If we talking about luxury a golf 8 is the same,a golf 7.5 its a small step up and an rs3 is a true step up.But nothing ultra huge.I personally added the carbon pack from the edition,i have an android box at the head unit (which at its own have carplay) and at the head unit connect my ecutek software and a racebox mini for showing like factory lap times,changing boost etc.
@@4pexPredator yeah I don't know what those guys are on about, I have a Fiesta ST which has an even worse interior but I love it, and the driving dynamics outweigh the interior completely
Looks like a generic Australian car with a kit lol
Hey, as long as you’re OK buying a new cylinder head every 100 thousand kilometres it’s a good car 🤷🏼♂️😂