Abandoned 19,000 Miles Focus Can We Rebuild This Shockingly Bad Ford

[@mattyboy3908]

Rob, Chris, absolutely love this. Proper recycling by giving this car another lease of life £££s to be made. A lot of people would have just binned this car

[@TheRonaldbaxter]

I could never have done the work like this, but wish I could have saved my old car. Impressive what can be achieved.

[@chrisredfield3240]

Hopefully the content on the channel makes doing this worthwhile. Otherwise for anyone else these cars are worth very little and this is a lot of work.

[@michaelvandromme]

I’m not gonna lie, when I first saw the car I thought no way, that’s gonna be a scrapper! I can’t believe you did it!

[@MrSyms69]

Same here.

[@chrisring6690]

I love seeing a car that most people wouldn't think twice about saved and you would never no it sat unloved for years

[@seanstollery7453]

You have done cracking job considering the state it was in well done both of you 👍🏻👏👏

[@PaulSt1883]

This has been one of my favourite rebuilds, it's incredible the transformation from the wreck it was, to a lovely car. Great stuff

[@glennlambert5112]

Dr Frankenstein's Focus. It's alive it's alive!!!! Brilliant stuff. Best car yet. Definitely worth doing chaps. Keep up the good work.

[@philtucker1224]

I’ve never known to blokes with such such a perfect blend of skills as you two. Life always has its ups and downs, but I hope you two stay happy working together for many many years to come! Best regards from “an old Thanet boy” 😊

[@philtucker1224]

@@crabbybastard8762 absolutely-they’re the perfect duo 👍

[@alistairkeenan5824]

I love watching these guys - the common sense , the explanations, the artisan skills of Chris, amazing really - the generation coming through have none of this

[@georgecooper1753]

you need to meet my dad and I!

[@normancarr8562]

I have to take my hat off to you two guys. You earn every penny you make. Look forward to all your videos and instagram posts. Cheers guys ! All the best.

[@leebox9911]

It's only cleaning swop parts over and some wireing

[@colinritchie1757]

You've done more complex rebuilds, but none have been as satisfying as this one , brilliant work guys

[@pebbles775]

Very impressive turn around guys,every car deserves a second chance and this is proof.👍🏻

[@robseaton2830]

Guys this is the most satisfying series of vids so far. You definately need to do more like this, the before and afters are epic with this one!

[@hellrecon1980]

Professional work by people who love cars!! Bravo!!

[@liamhearne146]

Does Chris ever stop for a cuppa. He was still working cleaning the yard.

[@Ruebenbrophy]

All chris has in his mind all day coffe coffe

[@johncunningham1498]

Video before last Chris had TWO cups mate.....tea break over lol

[@terrygould4136]

Fantastic little car now mate !

[@MrKenny777]

Chris is like the Duracell bunny - he never stops. What a geezer.

[@liamcinq]

Chris should get a small street sweeper to tidy up the yard, he's got everything else.

[@davidminns9799]

WOW Rob n Chris do it again most people would have scraped it but now someone will have a fantastic car for years. This is why I love your channel, you two are magician's you deserve all your success 😃

[@chriswilkes5938]

UNBELIEVABLE. You brought this one back from the dead. It was beyond the ICU and ready for the undertaker. But with some serious surgery and careful attention to detail, it's going again. The best video for a long time. Well done Chris and Rob.

[@manicmasterofmetal2620]

Thanks for working so hard and getting more videos out Rob and chris.We know a huge amount of hours goes into editing so thanks.

[@andrewforeman5716]

You've made such a transformation to the focus well done guy's.

[@craigthurston7731]

Love this build, what a state to start in.

[@abdurrashid]

A lot would never take on such a project because of the effort involved and it not being economically viable. This is why I watch SRUK. It might not make sense to some but it’s top notch content. The views that the video gets will pay for itself. Keep it coming 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@williamfence566]

Salvage rebuilds. " the defibrillator of the car world ". Brings 'em back from the dead.

[@rob_lightbody]

I really love this shape of focus. Even ordinary models like this one are brilliant to drive.

[@davidclarke9783]

I just got my first Ford in years.. The 2004 Focus Zetea 1.6 Automatic is surprisingly very quick,, my Car was only 550 Euros, with 113.000 miles on the clock,, just changed the Oil & Waterpump & Belt, now iv put on another 6 thousend miles and shes going like new,, I have to say the designe of the Mk1 is a future classic . great sound from the Engine with the old school Escort heritage ..

[@davidclarke9783]

@@crabbybastard8762 I agree with you on that but up till now I have had no problems lol

[@Jackel7]

The most interesting project in ages, cant believe you tackled it but an amazing result well done rob n Chris.

[@MrIbsalquds]

Once again. Amazing. From knowing your electrics. Being able to dismantle to reassemble, soldering and everything else you guys did. Your skill is another level. BUT. I feel how humble and genuine you and Chris are, when the video ends with Chris sweeping up.... Another great lesson Thank you... Much love and respect....

[@itsmephil2255]

Some would say "it's just a ford focus" But really glad you saved that car guys, awesome work as ever 👌👌👌

[@jamesyoung8307]

Well done on saving this focus. I like the transparency and honesty of your camera work/commentary.

[@stevehard9779]

Amazing! Fantastic to see the transformation from start to (nearly) finish. Great work gents.

[@derrillbalshaw1199]

The caterpillar is a Cinnabar caterpillar, that turns into a striking black and red moth. Wow Chris really got stuck in and seem to relish the challenge.

[@Banglish123]

I thought Rob was about to go on a wildlife rant like Bill from Curious Cars.

[@ccjelley2390]

good spot! nature lovers fast forward to 21:59. And what a great project. Chapeau, chaps!

[@stephenricketts7764]

I was curious to know what the caterpillar was you saved me the trouble of looking it up, thanks.👍

[@gravydavy4188]

Good metaphor for the car, it's changed from a caterpillar to something more beautiful.

[@coupso98]

You be done a cracking job with this one. Never would have thought it to see it at the start. That'll be a great family car for the new owner. Well done guys!

[@djcrossie]

Nice to see people fixing cars up properly and spending the time and putting in the effort. Just shows there are some honest people out there. Keep up the great work. Please find another Boxster and send it my way 😄👍

[@paullaw5054]

Every cloud as a silver lining so they say and this cloud was pure gold. Love the longer videos and this Ford was well worth bringing back to life. Great content. Looking forward as usual to the next one.

[@Murtayafourfun]

I’m flabbergasted how well you’ve done with that Focus! It’s come out so well and the amount of effort and attention to detail was incredible. Bloody well done lads, great to watch you at work on this or whatever else you take on for that matter.

[@neilfairless4589]

You 2 deserve every penny of profit from this one Rob. Really great job and cracking long vid. Cheers.

[@chriscooks9850]

I really didn't want that video to end. What an awesome job guys! 👏🏼

[@gerardbosvonhohenfels1866]

Rob and Chris, what a metamorphose got this Ford again. What a beauty. It gives me a great feeling you guys put so much efforts in this car to get it on the road again. Thank you so much for this video again. A true example of 2 honest nice guys.

[@mikeyoakes180]

Incredible transformation! Love it! I picked up an Audi A3 convertible cheap 3 weeks ago! Changed the bumper and wing! And clean the roof after 10years sitting under a tree! The Mrs loves it! Any enough waffle! I’ll see you both in the next one ☝️

[@torquesteer2657]

Smashing job chaps! Gotta admit that looked like a hell of a challenge starting out!

[@sonofjak1971]

This has been one of my favourite projects of yours, what a brilliant job.

[@philtucker1224]

Agreed! 👍

[@oldboy1690]

Yeah for some strange reason I'm riveted to this build!

[@aaronmorris8963]

Yep me to

[@MLB975]

Well impressed! You’ve upgraded it with a nicer zetec interior, steering wheel and boot spoiler. Big improvement on the Style base spec.

[@sammytheseal2307]

Style isn't base I don't think 👍 Studio is base

[@MLB975]

@@sammytheseal2307 ahh ok. Either way, it’s a lesser spec than the zetec.

[@gerardbodenheimer7522]

BRAVO! This it exactly what it is all about! Saving a car from the scrapyard with a lot of elbow grease and a big heart! Be it a Rolls Royce or "just" a Ford Focus. Hugely enjoyed this "saved from the grave" or "bring back to live" videos! Give us more of these, thank you!

[@PBUCKY1969]

I've been watching this channel for a few weeks now - really enjoying it - I like how you two work as a team. Also I like how you do everyday cars that the average guy can do on the driveway (me lol) - also what a sight for sore eyes - that Ford Escort RS Turbo, blast down memory lane! Thanks fellas - this car was a rescue. worked out great - look forward to the next video! 👍👍

[@classicwheelswales]

Good job again guy's well worth doing. No brainer 19, 000 miles 🙈 well done Rob and Chris 💪💪💪

[@studarbyshire3851]

I've loved watching this cars rebirth, well done the two of you

[@xiusdemonus3889]

Definitely made the right move repairing the car with the mileage.Thats gonna merit making the car look like new and I reckon theres a nicemarkup coming once you sell it.

[@jennyinch1929]

Rob and Chris enjoyed your video on this Ford Focus. What a transformation absolutely brilliant. Well done.

[@josephmwanza5444]

I think you did a good job on this car. You also saved our environment. Well done.

[@mistermikeanson]

That turned out well then! Amazing - well done!! Enjoyed a bit of waffling on near the end of the video too 🤣

[@Bungle44]

Absolutely great job! Have watched for a while but this is the one that got me subscribed. Would be great to see more like this.

[@DSPrints_]

Cam belt for sure needs doing. Looks so good though! Will make a great motor

[@118luke]

I did exactly the same ironically... an identical black 60 plate Ford Focus Zetec-S 1.6 TDCi that's belonged to our family for 8 years got written off by a careless woman in a brand new range rover. We bought it back from the insurance very cheaply and I bought a donor car, black 09 plate focus titanium for £350 with a snapped timing belt. A few days work and I had swapped the doors, bumpers, interior and steering wheel and the car looked absolutely immaculate. I Saved our focus from the scrapyard and I still feel proud. It's a shame you aren't based in the North, I would have gladly given you the donor car with our previous interior (nothing wrong with it, the donor cars was a bit nicer) and it had a black bootlid with spoiler and trim. I did consider trying to fix the donor car engine but it had 170k miles on it and I had no idea of what damage the engine had in it.

[@thirdwatch1965]

What a transformation guys. Its brilliant. You would never know it's the same car. I love the way you 2 work together, not much said but you both know what to do. Love these type of videos. Take care both of you.

[@markmoore6264]

A very thorough job even on something like this really shows how professional yourself and Chris are . A pretty long video but fantastic viewing 👍

[@creed8196]

Glad to see you guys saved this car, this is a car I would’ve wanted to save. So many parts around and it wasn’t rusted out which makes it worth saving. Top job fellas

[@danielevans8646]

Great job boys enjoy that one😉1st time I have posted been watching a few year now. Well done

[@chrisswann2868]

Rob & Chris, top marks for saving that car. Many would have scrapped it, but you saved it. A great. Focus Style \ Zetec hybrid, great content, worthy Wheeler Dealer style project. Cheers😀😀

[@danthedobermann]

Phew!! I thought it was only me that bought 'basket cases' and put them back on the road!!! It's a great feeling to see them up and running again!! Keep up the good work!

[@Snacks8536]

Now this is real recycling. Saved it from the crusher 🤙🏻

[@chriswhite3378]

Amazing turn around on this one Rob & Chris, this car has been saved and what a great job you have done. Brilliant!

[@craigrobertson7938]

That will be a nice tidy car for someone. Get them mobile in a safe comfortable car. Ultimate recycling.

[@adrianflower3230]

Rob & Chris - Ultimate Recycling! Well done guys, top job 👍👍

[@mariocaetano2511]

Wow! Wow! Wow!!! What an amazing job you guys did. Well done. Can't wait for the next Rescue!!

[@wesandeth]

Incredible, can’t believe it was dumped after only 19,000 miles!

[@xvsupremacy7190]

I could watch them all day , there aren’t enough 3 times a week for me to view,would like more.

[@The_journeyy]

Couldn't agree more so mad

[@christopherdean1326]

Possibly it was stolen and dumped?

[@135Ops]

@@christopherdean1326 If you watched the video you wouldn't have said that, they gave a full explanation...

[@145kmj]

@@christopherdean1326 We'll probably never know why someone sawed the boot in half and used it as a toilet for 8 years

[@JG-nx3jg]

Knocked it out the park on this one. Really satisfying to see something rescued from the brink like this

[@johnpells5992]

Wow that’s come up a treat ,what a lovely car now and with that mileage ,going to be a cracking car for someone ,you guys defo saved it 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@samvick2011]

Seriously impressive! Hats off to You guys. It might be a run of the mill focus to some but it was totally worth doing as it was such a low miler and genuine car.

[@deanage1983]

I really like how thorough you are and I'm glad you pulled the arch liners out to see for critters like I mentioned in the other video. I've seen it so many times and you will be surprised where the mice get themselves. Is a lovely car for someone and can trust it's been looked at inside and out. You and chris work in harmony so well keep up the good work and look forward to your next video. Well done 👍👍🍻🍻🍻

[@geion54]

Brilliant, what a turn round, well-done lads.

[@joesoap2588]

Really enjoyed this video. Everyday is a school day watching you two guys at work! :)

[@jetbudgieii]

22:00 looks like a Cinnabar Moth caterpillar, good to have about as they will eat up ragwort for you 👍

[@mahlty]

Good on you guys, this is awesome. So glad to see you save this unloved little car. We're way too quick to just throw things away these days, but with a bit of patience and effort you can fix things and make them close to new again. Amazing work.

[@garrygrierson9350]

WOW WHAT A TRANSFORMATION YOU GUYS REALLY WORKED HARD ON THAT LOOKS AMAZING EVERY CAR DESERVES A SECOND CHANCE

[@drproductions55]

U 2 can turn ur skill to anything AMAZING JOB LADS!!!!!!!

[@ernestpeacock5671]

Hi guys to say how bad it was you've done a great job cleaning it up 👍

[@sammytheseal2307]

You've definitely transformed it! I would go as far as saying it looks like a 3 year old car now 😁👍

[@KevinLee-ww3ny]

Nice save! Literally brought back from the edge. Done a couple of interior replacements, so I know it's BETTER than factory! Love it 😀

[@s1m0ngr1ff1n]

you've brought this back from the dead - looking like a good result - not sure it's going to make you any money but sometimes a good feeling is priceless

[@capt_flapper]

I'm loving the content and saving more cars from the facing the scrap yard ❤️

[@derekgb3780]

You guys have a lot of patience doing all that detailed swapping of items

[@terence2678]

You proved the doubters wrong there .👍 What a turnaround.

[@Martin-lo7tm]

Another great video guys. So satisfying to see a forgotten car brought back to life. Well done you two.

[@wipool1940]

Wow guys! Now that’s why we love your channel so much. Great content Rob. You defo saved that car. Now it’s good as new! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. Well done!

[@shaydevlin5557]

Wasn’t surprised when you got the interior so cheap the Focus’ are more common than Pigeons

[@Alexander_l322]

That’s very true!

[@originalGFLEX]

Yes but there’s a couple of swans in there one being future classic RS, now discontinued.

[@doctorbones.30]

A silk purse made out of a sows ear' A great job, Well done guys... :-)

[@The_journeyy]

Piece of cake for the experts going to be a beautiful little runner

[@loganwatkins97]

I know its a Ford Focus but I found it really emotional watching you repair it and bring it back to its glory. Can't wait for it to be on the road Motd and sell it. Welldone guys

[@americanrambler4972]

Nice job guys! This car cleaned up real real nice! This looks like an almost brand new car. Now that most of this generation Ford Focus cars are old, ragged and worn out, most people have forgotten how contemporary and nice these cars were when they were new. And this one is overall quite well fitted out for an affordable car. I am glad you guys took on this car. And what is quite telling is all the attention to the little tiny details all over the car that you double check and cleaned up and repaired. You two really do top drawer work. This is definitely not a slap-dash quickly job and cheapie get it out the door for quickie flip car. Again, nice work. I note Kris (your partner, sorry about the spelling if I am wrong) has been a whole lot more visible and chatty in these videos of this car than any of your others. Is he getting more comfortable being on camera or is he really happy and proud of what all you’ve accomplished on this car? He definitely deserves a specific shout out for what he has done with you on this car.

[@reece005]

You all did a great job on this car. 👏

[@volkswagonaudiuk]

Wicked job amazing turn around, truly shows how man hours can turn a car around like this :)

[@patrickreilly6872]

The dashboard - no cutting corners with Chris 😀.

[@tekpic04]

I have to take my hat of to both of you for doing a sterling job on that Ford Focus. It's a great way to advertise your business for future contracts. Well done and already subscribed to your channel. Thanks

[@MrSyms69]

I thought you had taken on too much with that project lads but I was sat watching in amazement as you turned a 'Toad' into a beautiful Swan, well-done lads that was one of the best 'almost impossible' transformations I have ever seen, so much hard work and expertise put into it by both of you to transform an almost scrapyard ready car into a lovely once again given a new life car.

[@studley73]

Rob in all honesty you have gone this far i would get chris bang out that damage on the front wing, mop the hell out of it, and sell it on and ring the bell 🔔 😉 happy days lovely video i really enjoyed it

[@r5gtturbo197]

I would love to do this for a living , wish I had a mate like Chris

[@markins1234]

Chris is a a legend, well done the both of you. Focus one of my fav cars.

[@peterelmer9114]

Excellent guys 👍 nice to see proper fitters at work paying attention to detail. That’ll run for many years now and will make a good car for someone.

[@Steven85-8i]

Hi Rob and Chris,you both worked your magic again,it don't look like the same car.what a transformation.👌

[@brigidohalloran7972]

That was the most unbelievable transformation. It’s like new.

[@davidwithey6036]

it's a bodge job! i wouldn't let it leave the body shop in that condition. If rob was working for my boss he would have got the sack trying to say that's done.

[@brendantinsley1888]

30 minutes! 😮 let’s get involved! 👍

[@rickychopper]

We've been waiting for this one.

[@MyWhiteduck]

I am a happy driver of Focus, greetings from Poland!