Hi guys - not the most exciting video, all filmed in the cabin in one take, but join me for a chat on how my Focus RS has treated me over the past year! Warts and all. CheeRS, Gary
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@ExhaustedOfficial6 жыл бұрын
Very interesting journey, love the look of the RS!
@ExhaustedOfficial6 жыл бұрын
Car Focused yeah fingers crossed haha!
@popeyepanther45195 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting. I'm going to test drive. It looks great.
@oroxil6 жыл бұрын
Great update. I’m coming up on 2 years in July with mine and just over 38,000 miles. I love this car! Makes me smile every time I drive it as well.
@agentmartagentmart91225 жыл бұрын
Any issues with your RS?
@luckyrYtArd5 жыл бұрын
people dont know what you are talking about if they dont have one, what they know is the 3% RS that got effected by the head gasket and keeps talking about it;)
@luckyrYtArd5 жыл бұрын
I owned the 17 and sold it to get the 18 limited edition, the 17 got recalled because of the head gasket, nothing happened to both cars and they are soild
@silverspear215 жыл бұрын
I have the same reaction every time I get into mine. Always a smile and always enjoy the ride.
@luckyrYtArd5 жыл бұрын
thats the best thing of the RS and ford really made it happen, its all about the joy
@felixolivo87856 жыл бұрын
Great update! Glad you are happy with this vehicle. I am also very happy and recently had the gasket replaced without any issues. They only put 3 miles on the car but I've driven it for almost a week now (about 60 miles per day) and there are no issues with coolant loss. Brake fluid on the other hand, I feel is something I will have to deal with. It seems to be a bit low. It was worse before I tightened the reservoir cap where there was fluid visibly streaking along the reservoir and up against the firewall. Curious if anyone else has had this issue. Other than that, no complaints other than everyone wanting to race! I can't seem to keep it in normal mode and get some more MPG...LOL!
@Rookscarcare Жыл бұрын
Another great video mate love the content
@occultustactical61384 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I’m looking for the exact same RS in Stealth Gray. I’Il be checking the maintenance history to ensure the head gasket was replaced.
@CarStory5 жыл бұрын
I think you told the story well. I wasn’t bored listening. I like the color of your RS.
@stephenhone4546 Жыл бұрын
Can't put a price on a smile ☺️ I have a ST the same year and love it.. great video.s you do!
@agentmartagentmart91225 жыл бұрын
Good video. Thank you for posting. Very informative
@JSparrowist5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! I've recently come in to a new job with more money and have been seriously considering picking an RS up! Thanks for the insight on ownership.
@STEVEBHPDEVON6 жыл бұрын
Good to see you back 👍a remap vid update would be good, my Scorpion valved cat back arrives tomorrow 👍 did buy the axle back exhaust but parcel forced lost it:-( cheers steve
@azrofive53075 жыл бұрын
I just want to say what a great review this was, I've owned my 16 focus RS for 8 months now and I will continue to own the car for the next 4 years easily. Everyone who thinks these "big issues" are such a problem then dont worry about buying it. Honestly when I had my head gasket changed it was no big deal and they fixed it and I havent had any other problems than that apart from tyre usage (like all cars do) The only other things you noted was the upholstery which hasnt happened on mine but I have the race bucket seats and that is it, everything else was extra modification issues :) I'm glad you'll be keeping your car as it is a beautiful spec 👌
@swayambasnet8936 Жыл бұрын
you still have it ?
@HistoricCookie9925 жыл бұрын
There is always something to a review done by a UK KZbinr. Great run down on the car, I was quite surprised that you remember the sequence of it. Awesome review.
@edwinvelazquez74754 жыл бұрын
2 years ago I bought a 2017 Blue Ford Focus RS in Ponce, PR with 24 miles; now it has 31 thousand miles and I love it. Still after wathing your video, I'm taking it to the Dealer to change the head gasket, just to be on the safe side; thanks for sharing this video, GRACIAS.
@jonfoz13795 жыл бұрын
Nice review.Clear and simple “Tesco,no frills” edition 👍 Keep them coming,subscribed & liked.
@60viking4 жыл бұрын
I can dig what you said about it putting a smile on your when you drive it. I still hope to get one, I'm not afraid of used. Thanks
@Parallax626 жыл бұрын
Not boring at all, welcome back. Cool video
@CarObsession6 жыл бұрын
Interesting video buddy and it's good to hear your ups and downs you've had with the car so far.
@awychoi6 жыл бұрын
Had an Fiesta ST, loved it. Would surely love this one.
@iangall764 жыл бұрын
So you sold it? Regret it? Happy you sold it? What did you not like about it?
@powellj276 жыл бұрын
Hello Gary, great video, I too have an RS now and you have helped me again as I have had issues with the driver mode unavailable error. Only had the car for Two weeks so I’ll be getting in touch with my ford dealer tomorrow. 👍
@powellj276 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary, I’ll mention it later on this morning and see what they say. I look forward to your next video. 🙂
@Jason-ut7dc6 жыл бұрын
Hi Gary, thanks for another great vid. Really enjoy all your videos as I am close to buying an RS and find your videos very informative. I wondered if you had tested the 0-62mph figure after the map?
@trueblue53246 жыл бұрын
Nice vid again mate. Had my RS done last week thank god just wanted it over and done with! Nice to see u got a focus RS edititon and I got a Ford KA lol. I was talking to the technician at the garage and he said that Evans Halshaw Ford will guarantee your warranty with any dream science instalments. Better off double checking but that’s what I got told as I’m looking to install the imap myself.
@richardgoodman31746 жыл бұрын
Glad you are enjoying it! I love my Mk2 RS - might go Mk3 one day 😍
@nopenope2503 жыл бұрын
Mk2 beast....
@robertyates69136 жыл бұрын
Bought the Dreamscience Imap basically on your recommendation in your last video. Loving it. Running the Ultima 2 map on a stock car. The lower maps were good but a bit underwhelming. Not game to go to the 2+ map without any mods. Car goes in for HG on May 7. No issues with the car so far 9000km.
@carterritke Жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to get an RS in stealth grey. I want the RS3 package w the sunroof an all. It is my absolute dream car and I can not wait to own one. Thank you for this video!
@jackyoung23885 жыл бұрын
Dude instant sub. Awesome video!
@fluffymat16 жыл бұрын
Good video,you explain things properly and honestly 👍
@fluffymat16 жыл бұрын
Car Focused no mate i own a mp215,i still enjoyed this video because you told a honest good review
@valvebounce2874 Жыл бұрын
I bought one just little over a month ago. Absolutely loving it! I find it quite comfortable as a cruiser and a bit naughty when you put your foot down. Really wish I bit the bullet years ago as the valuation is so strong with little depreciation from new.
@danny9094.6 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Wish your would up load more
@danny9094.6 жыл бұрын
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@REDEEL166 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. Own one and must say you’d love the racing seats
@philipporter44333 жыл бұрын
@@CarFocused ill 2nd that, the recaro racing shell seats look awesome, but they aren't as comfortable and less adjustable. Height adjust with the basic seats makes them a winner if youre tall as you can seat yourself lower down in the car.
@simontaylor32116 жыл бұрын
You're never dull Gary. It was great to see that you are still enjoying the car and interesting to hear your future plans. At one point recently I thought we were going to lose you to BMW 😉
@simontaylor32116 жыл бұрын
Good man!
@bman16686 жыл бұрын
What’s the point? they both unreliable , might as well look at Audi rs3 or cla45 AMG at least its reliability better then bmw and ford
@nickdurward79066 жыл бұрын
Great vid pal . Got the head gasket and the fpm 375 package. Put on at the same time. Car is absolutely flying now
@nickdurward79066 жыл бұрын
Car Focused not half pal . Like you said feels a lot stronger too .
@khfjvc46326 жыл бұрын
Great video. Mine currently in for the recall. Hopefully every RS will be sorted soon and we can all forget about the whole thing.
@Miatacrosser6 жыл бұрын
khf jvc Ford seems determined to make things right on this car. More than I can say for another American manufacturer who's having their pants sued off of them for covering up the fact they've been building death traps for the last 15 years.
@grandfinish23646 жыл бұрын
Miatacrosser... it took a couple weeks for ford to get the parts in but once the parts arrived they set me up with an appointment and my car was back to me within the same week. No problems with the car before or since. I don’t have anything bad to say about my experience with my RS. Ford did right by me. So I’m good. Happy motoring.
@s20ttv5 жыл бұрын
This is the first video I’ve watched from you but a good update. Wish you’d have accelerated out the junctions mind! You’ve got an RS not a Titanium. Had mine 3 months now and 3k miles. Trying to be extra careful of the seat bolsters. 22mpg average fuel and fast increasing fuel bills is definitely becoming a consideration. Might have to give the ST a run for a little while until it drops back down.
@bennyjbenham6 жыл бұрын
As a future possible owner thankyou for the information.What a beautiful looking car
@paulstabin62335 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your journey up until now. Looks good in grey, although the nitrous blue has to be its best colour if you don't mind drawing attention. Test drove one and the cornering feel is something special. Enjoy. Pity Ford is killing this, the Focus ST and the Fiesta ST in the states. Considering we don't have access to the Renault Megane, Seat Leon Cupra, Peugot, or I30N (only the Veloster N) etc. we really needed this amazing hot hatch.
@ryanoneill23526 жыл бұрын
Another great vid. Will you be driving and reviewing the new ST? With pops/bangs/launch control?
@PROJECTDRIVEN13 жыл бұрын
Love this car & colour!
@757ramsay5 жыл бұрын
Great video. I feel other then the headgasket issue their pretty solid cars. I'd like to know more about life with the focus such as how is it for passengers how is it on fuel/ mpg could you lay the seats down and take it for groceries around town. It's a great rally looking car but how does it daily.
@IamCodyQuinn4 жыл бұрын
Type R does it for me. RS was my second choice, but after a year of research, test drives, and arguing with the wife, I got the Type R lol
@StevewiththePbass4 жыл бұрын
I wasn’t aware of the different versions of head gaskets, and am surprised to hear the Mustang gasket is worse? I’m a Ford dealer tech, haven’t seen a single 2.3 Mustang with the head gasket failure yet
@jessebudelman4 жыл бұрын
Damn, i did 15’000 Miles in 2 1/2 months in my ST. Lol these cars are just to damn fun to drive!!
@blower15 жыл бұрын
Glad you got it all sorted in the end - a blown head gasket (albeit due to the wrong head gasket fitted by some muppets) would bum me out on 1st year of ownership, just from the idea of the engine bay having to be ripped apart to replace it. But if you have no problems now and all is working and driving well - then its no biggie in the long run.
@Strome885 жыл бұрын
Jesus Christ!!! ALL THAT IN THE FIRST YEAR?!!!!! Damn, thanks for the heads up. I'm gonna stick with my Subie.
@Feintgames4 жыл бұрын
I feel like your lucky from some of the stories out there about cracked blocks. I was RIIIIIIIIIIGHT on the edge of buying one, but it was right around when the internet blew up about the engine problems. So I kept my '11 WRX which has been totally bulletproof except for the blown engine. lol
@micklawrence26306 жыл бұрын
Great informative video , glad your still enjoying your rs , you say you will be keeplig it for at least another year before you would consider changing it , just wondering what you are considering as alternatives ?
@RoadandRacetv6 жыл бұрын
Nice little vid Gary. You forgot to mention when you were getting it on track though.....!
@sbw19805 жыл бұрын
Interested in your story on the RS. Im curious why the dealership didnt deny you warranty due to modifications...did you remove them before going to the dealership?
@benoldfield2296 жыл бұрын
Good review mate.The ford dealership sounds amazing compared to ours in Australia although ford Australia just increased there warranty from 3yr 100000kms to 5yr unlimited because of all the problems.But eveytime i have a problem with my or my wifes Ford they dont want to know a thing about it as there is always problems with the plastics fading due to our strong uv.
@davekal5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting the video. I have a 2009 mk2 (North America) focus ses. 120k with no engine issues at all. After the gaskets have been replaced I would not worry about a thing on the Ford... Btw the duratech blocks are Mazda tech (bought during the separation). Though you said you keep car's only 3 years tops so... Enjoy whatever you pay for next, and 3 years later next...... You get the point $$$$$$
@ianberry17136 жыл бұрын
Hi Gary, this video slipped through my net! I blame my phone. As ever, a very informative watch. Do you think you'll keep it after a second year? Assume as the Dreamscience map can be applied and then removed back to stock, Ford are happy with warranty?
@revmatchproductions6 жыл бұрын
Every time i see one of these theres always some 16 year old kid driving it, especially the ST’s. One of the main factors that kept me from getting one, still an awesome car regardless
@mohsenmohammadi92055 жыл бұрын
this is fantastic car , I wish I had this car.
@Vertignasse826 жыл бұрын
Me: "Holy shit what a horror story!!!" Video: "So there has been no horror story during the first year"
@Matt7R6 жыл бұрын
I’ll be honest, I gave up on the RS last year after all the issues. I decided to keep my Fiesta ST and take it up to stage 3, it’ll keep up with an RS now and it’s only been in the garage for new tyres, breaks, servicing and modifications (oh and a smashed fog light!), literally rock solid engine. Never want to see it leave but it’s not the most family friendly car and with baby number 2 on the way I’m thinking of packing in performance cars for the foreseeable future! Get myself a wagon haha
@conor95305 жыл бұрын
@rvidal0001 probably for practicallity? Makes more sense, the man would probably struggle to get 2 young kids aswell as everything for them in a fiesta st.... common sense really.
@Jason-ut7dc6 жыл бұрын
Hi Gary, received this response from Jared at Dreamscience re the 0-62mph figure for the Ultima map - “We have not done timing but some on the forum have got down to flat 4 second or very close”. Keen too hear your results when you get a chance to test...:)
@Jason-ut7dc6 жыл бұрын
Hahahahaha...thanks for your quick response. I’m looking forward to seeing the video!
@Poooo12128 ай бұрын
Hi great video re : rs I've put a deposit on one like yours a stealth grey purchasing private its had head gasket done . The cars look great but so many dont rate them cos of issues. Am I doing the right thing in buying one it's a 2016 with 14k . Many thx in advance
@Equilibrium85 жыл бұрын
Im getting a hatch the next few months , but i really can't decide yet , it's either this focus or a scirocco , but really want the wrx hatchback
@michaelrobinson55925 жыл бұрын
Good video 👍
@blackflagpirate34446 жыл бұрын
Glad your enjoying the car mate.Thinking of getting the wheel spacers also.If you keep a car after the finance is finished you get at least a few years with no monthly finance bills 😊
@blackflagpirate34446 жыл бұрын
Car Focused it will look like a right beast! 😉🏁
@jaysoncl6457 Жыл бұрын
Hi I'm thinking of getting a mk3 focus RS and keep hearing about this block mod. Did you ever have to have that done because they say standard or modifying RS this needs to be done. How long did you have your RS for and what do you think pro's and cons are and if you would actually buy another. Thank you very much video 10/10
@StandingUpForBetter3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. The moral of this story if you want a hot hatch make sure it comes with a warranty.
@boomerang26 жыл бұрын
Gary, so after a year under your belt, how does it compare to the fiesta st you had? Better in all areas (running costs aside), or a handful of stand-out ones?
@davidmontagpf55895 жыл бұрын
I completely agree took a mustang gt for a test drive and it did not make me smile like the rs dose I do plan on buying a mustang gt with the roush super charger
@lukeandchloe5 жыл бұрын
I love your videos about rs , it’s a amazing car! I’ve just brought a st250 which I plan to remap and a few montune parts . Love to see a video with u on the st250 and ur thoughts 👍
@crocket1136 жыл бұрын
Another great video Gary👍 I’ve just replaced springs on mine for eibachs from pumaspeed and 12.5mm spacers, looks so much better and handles even better, I went for the rally armour mud flaps which do look good and stop loads of crap flying down the side of the car, I was gonna go mountune but kept reading the logos wear off quickly👎
@crocket1136 жыл бұрын
Car Focused I bought them from kenny on the mk3 owners club, think they were £138 delivered, yes expensive but very good quality, easy to fit and do their job well👍 I think the mountune ones are very similar but I’m not a lover of all that yellow on them👎
@crocket1136 жыл бұрын
Car Focused cheap enough mate👌, I’ve got the mountune intake too, as I got it with the m380 kit, I didn’t do my research very well and then found out it wasn’t warranty approved😡😡 now gone like you with DS, no trace and won’t effect the ignition counter , perfect👌
@crocket1136 жыл бұрын
Car Focused I never put the 380 map on as was worried about the warranty, I done a lot of research after making the mistake of purchasing it and went DS as it can’t leave any trace where as the 380 would! I run the ultima map, I’ve tried the 2 and 2+ but think they are better suited to a decat and intercooler as I felt a flat spot at 2.5 k
@Scott555ish6 жыл бұрын
Have you mentioned the veering steering in any of the earlier video. It kicks in as the overboost kicks in at about 5200rpm. Some call it torque steer, but I'm not so sure considering my other car is an Impreza with similar power/torque and lighter older generation technology. This tracks straight at 80mph in 3rd whereas my RS is a bit of a fighter.
@dannyrobbo6 жыл бұрын
Fitting the Quaiff LSD cures that issue.
@Scott555ish6 жыл бұрын
I'm wondering if it's camber and toe related. The standard settings have quite a wide tolerance. I think the RS runs quite an aggressive camber and I know when I ran -1.5 on my Impreza it did tug around on ruts and road camber/wear made my HGV. Knocking it back to around -1.2 sorted it. When I get the chance to pull my Subaru out into daylight I'll run the RS into my garage and get my camber gauge on it.
@roberts7736 жыл бұрын
When iam giving mine the beans i have to hold on to it like my life depended on it, mental but still good fun!!
@enzo396 жыл бұрын
Tire pressure is a big factor too. I was running 46psi(3.2bar) in the front in and rear, and the bumps/camber in the roads would influence my steering quite a bit, torque steer would pop up too. Then went down to 41psi(2.8) in the front and 38psi(2.6) in the rear and it was like night and day. This is with the Michelin Pilot Sport Cups 2's in a 2017 RS.
@AdamsewellMMA6 жыл бұрын
I also have the dream science map on my car. When you flashed it back to stock was their any issues from ford. Could they tell?
@SolarEclipse7774 жыл бұрын
At 7:06 it is not smoke coming out of the exhaust pipes, but water vapour (condensation). When a head gasket blows, the pressurised water system forces water into the affected cylinder while the engine is off and cooling down. When you come to start it up again, the water in the cylinder has condensed onto the spark plug, shorting it out and causing the misfire. Rapidly moving air blows the plug dry so that it can fire again and all the water that leaked into the cylinder (and subsequently into the exhaust pipe) now heats up and vapourises, exits the pipes and condenses as the water vapour seen in your video. Smoke, on the other hand, is caused by burning oil which you did not have. To say "These cars smoke a lot on start-up" is misleading. My car always has plumes of water vapour or condensation on a cold and damp morning start-up but it never smokes at all.
@DonsShed4 жыл бұрын
great video mate :) I'm tossing up between a second hand RS LE, a new i30N or maybe (if I'm feeling rich) even an M140i at the moment, but this gives me a good idea what the Ford is like to live with and own. Cheers, Don (Dons Shed and Xplor Overland)
@drsipp4073 жыл бұрын
What did you end up getting
@DonsShed3 жыл бұрын
@@drsipp407 None of the above LOL..... I ended up with a MY20 Golf R. I didn't fit well into the 140i, the i30N had too much front axle tramp in the wet and I really wanted a Focus RS, but my wife can't drive a Manual Car, so bought the Golf R instead..... after having owned the Golf R for over a year, she has only driven it once..... so I should have just bought the RS!!!
@drsipp4073 жыл бұрын
@@DonsShed damnnn man. Do they still make the RS where you live? I see you mention the i30 and the m140 so it’s safe to assume it’s not the US lol
@DonsShed3 жыл бұрын
@@drsipp407 no, they stopped building the Focus RS in 2017 and we ran out of stock early 2018, so I was looking at second hand ones. I ordered my Golf R in Aug 2019 and took delivery in November 2019. Yes, not in the US. I live in Western Australia. What do you drive DrSipp?
@drsipp4073 жыл бұрын
@@DonsShed I have a 2012 NA veloster with the 6 speed manual. I just got out of school and started working under contract as a mechanic for BMW so I’m in a tight spot But I’m hoping to upgrade next year. Maybe to a veloster N or focus RS. I might even settle for an ST honestly
@larrysilver98665 жыл бұрын
Nice looking car and nice to see Ford make good on warranty repairs. Most people don't realize that Ford has nearly pushed this motor to the limit...nice car mate.
@surfingjc4 жыл бұрын
Great colour
@captaintraction40242 жыл бұрын
I'm bursting at the seams with desire to buy me one of those. I don't know how expensive they are over there, but here in America, that car has actually gained value from msrp. Thanks for the video!
@poker_18rs922 жыл бұрын
The prices aren't coming down...... Did you ever buy one? I bought a 2018 & it puts the 'fun' back into driving. The AWD system makes it 100x better vs. a Focus ST.
@captaintraction40242 жыл бұрын
@@poker_18rs92 oh man I wish 😂 I ain't got the money for it though
@nopenope2503 жыл бұрын
Best color choice.
@davidtayler6665 жыл бұрын
Would love one but is it worth the extra cash compared to the ST as a daily driver?
@geewhite325 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable watch. I am thinking of getting one for my wife, I mean me, no wait, I mean my wife or could it be for me...nope it's for my wife...honest. The Focus RS looks amazing, I don't see it ever ageing. Thank you. Gee.
@Pasthim6 жыл бұрын
Lovely car! But didn't you also pay for remaps and other small engine mods?
@andrewlyons80413 жыл бұрын
Have you had any issues with the steering snatching in your hand and a feeling the nsf wheel has movement? I have replaced every bush and joint on the whole of the front upgraded to polly including both lower wishbones and still have the same problem my only next step is change steering rack but for want £1700 to do it and worried the problem may still be there do you have any thoughts?
@poker_18rs925 жыл бұрын
Does every single 2016-2017 Focus RS eventually need a head gasket replacement? The used ones online aren't showing active recalls on their CARFAX reports, so I'm confused on this?
@bradleyhanson28865 жыл бұрын
Even though you have mods does the ford warranty still apply?
@silverspear215 жыл бұрын
Mine has over 21k miles on it and I have had no problems with it. I also do not have any mods and I have not taken it to the track. Ford is going to replace the head gasket and head for free but I have not had issues with it. The only problem I have is people at work dinging up the paint or having idiots swipe my fenders. I love the car but might have to sell it as I am getting ready to have a baby. My tires still look good even though I do like to drive around the windy roads in the Bay area. My only gripe on the vehicle is the steering wheel controls should be reversed so I can keep one hand on the wheel and still adjust volume of the radio.
@silverspear215 жыл бұрын
Good to know. I have super long legs so I put the seat all the way to the back. I take my friends kid around for a drive every now and then and he loves the car. Maybe my kids will too :)
@3DragonBZ5 жыл бұрын
I actually like the steering controls the way they are, I can change the cruise controls with just one hand lol
@neilwilliams87415 жыл бұрын
find your workmates or so called..and stick the nut on them....soon stop
@stevee89206 жыл бұрын
Hi, interestingly I have the same issue with the drivers seat bolster as you had, I also have received a recall for the head gasket and it is booked into the Dealership for the beginning of June where I will get them to check out the bolster at the same time. (Funny that they are both 17 plates in stealth grey 😀) I have had the car since July and only have 6500 miles on the clock so don’t use it as regularly as you do, so touch wood won’t have the head Gasket go in the next 4 weeks. Car is running amazingly with the dream science map and like you I am running the Ultima rather than the +2. Will be interested in seeing the car with the spacers etc, but how will that effect the warranty? However all that said I still think there is no better hot hatch out there for the money than the Focus RS and also have no intention of changing mine for at least another year. Maybe by then they will have bought out a Mk4, now that would be interesting. Really enjoy your channel, keep up the great content👍
@VAspeed36 жыл бұрын
Maybe there was a bad batch of Recaros in 17? My '14 ST3 seats still look almost unused after 51,000 miles.
@conan6704315 жыл бұрын
Do you feel any change in engine and power if you put fuel from a different petrol station and which is the best in your opinion?
@ScoJumper5 жыл бұрын
Hey, just curious as to the average MPG your getting running a map over a year picking my rs up in October 😇
@williambolton013Ай бұрын
I have had mine for a year 75k shes doing great 👍 😊
@renedelgado15723 жыл бұрын
Hey Mate, you still have the car? How has it held up? I'm looking at a 2017 with 29k miles and the only thing holding me back is concerns about reliability.
@doddsy286 жыл бұрын
Definitely get it lowered will make it look even more aggressive and handle even better!
@SolarEclipse7774 жыл бұрын
Mine already scrapes on many speed bumps and ramps in and out of driveways, so there is no way I would ever make it any lower. It already looks aggressive enough for me and I doubt that it would handle any better unless you also stiffened the suspension, which is already more than stiff enough for me.
@grwilson586 жыл бұрын
Great video, you know our situation in North America, finally get real STs and RSs a few years ago and now we're losing them all, totally sad and disgusted with Ford here. Of course much of it had to do with the public here overwhelming buying SUVs, Pickups and Crossovers but I think what the bean counters are doing here is way too drastic and a big mistake. I am going to have to take even better care of my 2014 FiST!
@craigsykes7292Ай бұрын
Im torn between the rs and the cupra 290. What are your thoughts on the better car. I know the focus will hold its value better .
@stephenpeacock85925 жыл бұрын
FYI, if you're consuming engine coolant, then the visible change in your exhaust gases is most likely due to condensing water vapour, and not 'smoke'. When making a claim to a garage (maybe not the garage you mentioned in the vid), best not to appear uninformed or you might get palmed off with some botch-it job.
@waynester716 жыл бұрын
I was close to buying a blue one...but with the issues plastered all over social media re engine/cooling probs, I stuck with my Mk2. It is a shame, but hopefully these cars will slowly get sorted..
@grandfinish23646 жыл бұрын
Although I’ve had zero problems with my focus ford still replaced the gasket with the proper one and addressed the potential issue and had my car back to me in three business days. Still loving my car and having fun with it. Things happen and ford really did correct any concerns of mine before things went south. I’m keeps my my RS and I will buy ford again.
@waynester716 жыл бұрын
Car Focused Definitely is a great car.. I hope you have no further issues and can just enjoy it stress free
@georgekey82464 жыл бұрын
I have the st with the same recaros it’s under warrantee but it’s a 3 year old car I had the same problem with my seats I wonder if ford will look at them
@simonbirkbeck28566 жыл бұрын
Interesting experience with your seat. My car wore through its very thin leather seat covering in 900 miles on the shell seats. Replaced under warranty. Then, the reupholstered seat wore through in another 3000 miles or do. After battles and battles with Ford customer services they pretty quickly denied a second warranty claim, and then tried to claim the first claim was never authorised. My first Ford RS and my last. Sold after 13 months as the build quality, reliability and customer service with Ford in my experience falls significantly below expectations.
@simonbirkbeck28566 жыл бұрын
yes, i agree. to be fair, my local dealer that did the servicing was first class and i couldn't fault them. the supplying dealer (a ford store) where quite dreadful in all respects. the car was fine apart from the unacceptable build quality, but just didn't drive as well as i'd hope for my style of driving. it's a shame as my local dealer was battling on my behalf also but were very much letdown by ford CS having no interest at all in customer retention. like i say, just didn't work for me, but the experience tainted me so much that i wouldn't ever consider an RS again. good luck on your car, enjoy it.
@SolarEclipse7774 жыл бұрын
Just to set the record straight for other potential buyers - my RS has done over 40,000km and you really need to look very hard to see where the blue piping has lost a tiny amount of colour on the bolster. It must be the difference between my body size and yours , or the way that you get in and out of the car.
@st6arcq6685 жыл бұрын
Hello have you look into putting a remote start ?
@floored30786 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the review, what made you pick this over rather an m2? Was AWD a big impact on price choice? Thanks hope to hear back from you.
@floored30786 жыл бұрын
Car Focused I never really liked the look of the m cars, But these newer ones look like a fighter jet, and I really favor it in blue. You should check out a blue m2 when you go test them out :) . When it comes to power do you feel the rs feels very quick? I've been looking at one, but I'm stuck between picking it or a 2017 mustang GT, I found a gt non premium for around 23k and with the savings I could throw on a supercharger and get possibly 550whp on a mild tune, and it'd cost me the same as a Rs. Im STUCK deciding haha.
@enimiscas38215 жыл бұрын
Did you get your map removed before warranty work?
@spencerdoyle43364 жыл бұрын
between what rpm is it best to keep you RS between?
@Tooks2k36 жыл бұрын
Does the re-map not affect your warranty?
@itsELRe5 жыл бұрын
Hi. What's your average consumption? Considering all factors: fun, city, outside city, etc, summer with AC, winter, etc.