Mountune MR375 Mk2 Focus RS - Love At First Drive 💙

This isn’t the first time I’ve driven one of these fantastic cars, but it is the first time since owning mine - so it’s a good opportunity to compare, and to see IF it’s actually worth the upgrade for me!
For servicing, repairs, and upgrade fitment contact the guys at FJRS - I can’t recommend them enough!
www.fjrs.co.uk

[@simontaylor3211]

We will never be able to replicate this enjoyment in electric cars. Yes they’re fast but there’s so much more to it in order to feel connected. Got to enjoy them and keep hold of them as long as possible

[@CarFocused]

Absolutely!!

[@extremegleamdetailing9680]

Amen to that! And precisely why cars like this will continue to rise in value as more and more people lust after the experience and sound of an ICE

[@rabidsminions2079]

Electric cars have along way to go. Check out RIPSS Ford Falcon destroked to 3.7 L 2200hp street legal does 7s 1/4 mile alot faster than electric cars.

[@bikerman6907]

Great vid!👍 yeah gonnna keep my low mileage RS500 for years to come. Bought it in 2012, with 4500 km(2800miles) now it has done 6750 km(4200 miles). All the best to all MK2 RS owners out there, and others as well😄 from me in Norway

[@CarFocused]

Lucky man! I’d love an RS500 😍😍

[@markb68]

Another great video and review Gary. That’s a really superb example of a mighty mk2 RS. The drive, the feel and noise in fact the whole experience is so unique. I’m sure MR375 is not far off for you now mate! 👍🏻

[@CarFocused]

We’re close Mark, let’s hope it can happen when it comes out of hibernation next year 😃 Thanks as always for watching 👊🏻

[@markb68]

@@CarFocused you’re welcome mate and thanks again for the channel. You were obviously loving that mk2 that’s owned by a top bloke too. 👍🏻

[@CarFocused]

@@markb68 he was at the Caffeine & machine meet, his car was parked up near yours 👍🏻

[@markb68]

@@CarFocused I thought it was! Wish I’d had chance to chat to him. Like you say that’s just about the perfect look, mods and tune for a mk2. I just wish I was lucky enough to have the funds to get one!

[@IngramCars]

I had a standard one new when I worked at Ford and covered 15,000 miles in just over 12 months (RS09FAN if anyone still owns it). I currently have a Mountune Clubsport MR375, it's simply stunning.

[@CarFocused]

I know of an RS10FAN & RS02FAN - close but no cigar!haha. Hopefully mine will be MR375 very soon 😊

[@shaunlovesey4689]

The car's in stunning condition....love the nice pops from the exhaust ....a much more frequent occurance with the 375 kit fitted over the standard set up...like you say as the years pass be a much more of a rarity on our roads....always gives me a smile when I see one on the road...

[@CarFocused]

Totally 😊👌🏻

[@2468yu]

FOCUS RS...those are really wonderful cars..i love it.

[@CarFocused]

👌🏻

[@ChickenGeorge4506]

Great video and totally authentic well done mate 👏 I completely get it and theres many of us out there. Ive just got myself a facelift mk2 ST and im absolutely smitten myself, i had a mk3 st and regretted selling it for years but the mk2 5 cylinder engine is just something else. Anyway best wishes bud and keep your genuine videos up, youre obviously a nice guy and any footage of that car is welcome!

[@CarFocused]

Thank you for watching! Keep enjoying that ST - they are great cars too! Appreciate the comment 😊

[@Jim-qo3gj]

MR375 Clubsport is the absolute sweet spot on the MK2 Focus RS

[@martinwatts434]

Great vlog, Gary. Really miss my electric orange st mk2. Thanks for stopping and having a chat when i saw you at Duxford iwm.

[@CarFocused]

Hi mate - I bet you do. They are lovely cars when all up and running sweet. Haha yes it was cool to meet you and have a chin wag! A bit surreal somebody recognising me out and about!haha.

[@nathanmay1070]

Great video and review Gary 👍 💯 and yes those Mk2 RS's certainly are going to be hidden Gems💎. 🤍 💙 💚 And all colours look great on them. These Beautiful 5 Cylinder Legends will still be on the front covers of Fast Ford magazines for decades to come. They just have such great presence everywhere. 😃

[@CarFocused]

Thanks mate! Agree totally!😎🔥👊🏻

[@ciaranburke3243]

Very honest review lovely car 5 cylinder sounds epic cheers 👍

[@CarFocused]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@FordPerformanceManiac]

Awesome mate. Always enjoy ur videos. Cheers from Greece❤

[@CarFocused]

Thank you 🙌🏼

[@RiperSnifle]

I’m mainly jealous of the fact you’ve got a beautiful road and not a single car in your way 😂 so lucky. Every time I find my golden road I’m always stuck behind 20 cars going 5mph under no matter the time of day … lovely car. Best colour IMO. That 5 pot is incredible

[@CarFocused]

😂😂 perks of mid week driving lol. I did get lucky though, only had to perform one overtake!haha.

[@balforitown4274]

Hi Bud spoke to you about 6 months ago about getting a mk2, Had to stop looking for 4 months as been very ill , But on the mend and started looking again a couple of months ago, Today finally found one but it’s not for sale till end of next month, It’s UG 2010, it’s a MR 420 Clubsport, 12k from new,1 owner ,Full ford History, It’s cleaner than new on the underside, I’ll try and send some pics when I’ve collected it,Drew

[@CarFocused]

Excellent news. Glad to hear you’re on the mend, and the car sounds like a superb find with that spec and mileage!

[@marcusvivash5841]

Hey man just read your story, I hope your better and have managed to get your hands on one of these beauty’s 😂this will make you very happy juts bought a blue 375 club sport in blue so so nice

[@balforitown4274]

@@marcusvivash5841 Yes on the mend ,I’m all sorted, I’ve found an Mr420 in UG dome 15k from new, Just got a few things to sort then I can go collect it can’t wait ,I’m like a cat on a hot tin roof lol,

[@robsx4280]

Great video as usual, good stuff ❤

[@CarFocused]

Appreciate it!

[@NickF14]

What roads are those mate? Fantastic roads and what an incredible car to do it in. I'm 23 and when these came out, too young to be able to get one and now they're rocketing in value! I've got a 2019 Golf GTI TCR, fantastic on that road, but just won't have the same amazing soundtrack and engagement that you would from one of these. Testament to such an old car. Fantastic, just fantastic.

[@CarFocused]

It’s the B1053 from Finchingfield to Braintree 👍🏻👍🏻 I do love a TCR. Great as a daily! The Mk2 RS is just something special though 😊

[@bubbajones7486]

Very nice MKii. I wish we had these in the states. Beautiful car. I've seen a video of an MKii in Britain with over 800hp. Very loud and obnoxious car, the way we like them. Great video Gary.

[@CarFocused]

Haha yes there are a few kicking about with massive power! Thank you for watching 😊

[@balforitown4274]

Awesome video love the way this thing pulls hard from low down and still pulling hard at the top,When I’m looking for one in January I’ll keep an eye out for one of these in this spec, But January can’t come quick enough

[@CarFocused]

It’ll like Christmas again 😊👌🏻👌🏻

[@alandonnelly9788]

Great video I love the blue RS great car

[@CarFocused]

Thanks! 👍

[@andrewgabbott102]

Haven't watched it yet but all your videos are great so I'll save it to later along with a couple of High Peak Autos videos. Keep up the good work.

[@CarFocused]

Thank you mate. Really appreciate it 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻

[@simonjenkins909]

Great video mate,nice car nice colour that performance blue,i like the detail n depth of all your vids..😊👍

[@CarFocused]

Thank you 😊

[@CHUNKYLOZZA]

Awesome video. Can't beat the sound of the 5 pot engine when on song.

[@CarFocused]

Magical mate 😊

[@braamkotze473]

Great video mate, old school vibe and just enjoying a thing of beauty. Looks amazing while doing too. That blue is really beautiful, and this is a great example. And do the mk375 upgrade, looks like that's all you need on yours 😅

[@CarFocused]

Glad you enjoyed it! I really do need to get the finishing touches for the 375 package - I think it will happen 😊

[@robinmarples5198]

And most of all...nothing to remplace this glorious period of cars. And we are stuck with it

[@jimmyjt16]

Beautiful car and I agree. Keep hold of it if you have one as someday soon they'll be unattainable.

[@CarFocused]

Especially with the way things are moving forward in terms of motoring - looks bleak 😢

[@craigmillard5083]

Looks like Finchingfield to me. Lovely area. Taken my bike down there for a coffee and bit of cake. Loved the video. Great car. 😊👍

[@CarFocused]

Yep it sure is! Looks like it would be a great place to have a drink too down near the river at the pub. Well spotted 👍🏻

[@craigmillard5083]

@CarFocused. Definitely great for a beer in the sunshine. It's ridiculously busy in the summer with bikers and car enfusiasts. Great place to meet people and have a chat. Keep up the good work. Love the channel 👍

[@CarFocused]

@@craigmillard5083 thank you - appreciate you watching 😊

[@beecee985]

9:56 10:16

[@u04pww2]

That's the perfect RS for me, everything i would want.

[@CarFocused]

And me, too!

[@proracer4ever]

Try an innerscrub glove with some leather cleaner on the steering wheel of yours. It will get back to exactly the same condition, this one is in. 👍

[@CarFocused]

Thanks for the tip!

[@rob7656]

Great roads around Finchingfield field!spe t many hours hooning xr2,s and rs turbo,s around that way! Mr375,s are perfect balance

[@CarFocused]

It really was a lovely road. So many nice sweeping bends and then the village itself is very picturesque!👌🏻

[@rupertm2542]

2mins up the road from me. They are proper RS roads around there. Take one out on Bilstein’s b16’s. So much better than the Eibachs. I’ve had mine from new 13yrs ago

[@CarFocused]

Yea man had a good blast, very nice area 👌🏻 That’s great that you’ve had it so long - just goes to show how good they are 👊🏻

[@matt12345b]

Really enjoy your videos FJRS are great and its a shame they are over 3 hours away from me or i woukd always use them for my services. Im currently eagerly waiting for the m310 upgrade to my m285 fiesta ST.

[@CarFocused]

Thank you! The owner of this RS lived up North and had this trailered down for its service and MOT - that’s dedication!hehe

[@matt12345b]

I don't blame them as I am tempted to do the same next year for my annual service / mot. On the basis they are reliable / trustworthy and have a great knowledge around fords

[@CarFocused]

@@matt12345bdo it!😊👌🏻

[@keithstapleton7805]

Blue makes it so much better!

[@CarFocused]

lol. They’re all beautiful 😊

[@keithstapleton7805]

@@CarFocused 😉

[@robc9136]

RS content.. excellent :)

[@CarFocused]

😎😎

[@meganjay30]

thanks for your video, i can't stand the mk3 rs, i want a mk2.. looks heaps better with the 3 doors too! here in australia we now only get the mk8 fiesta st as a 5 door and it looks crap as a 5 door IMO. still got my mk7 fiesta st 3 door, almost had it for 10 years since brand new now.. id love to buy a mk2 focus rs tho!

[@jimmyjt16]

With the amount of promoting you do for FJRS/Mountune they should be providing you with that tune for free Gary 😜

[@CarFocused]

Haha they do look after me mate and we’ll be getting it fitted to mine next year 😊

[@rintymonaghan8083]

Fair play to owner 👏 Rs love sound bang bang

[@CarFocused]

It’s a real credit to him 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CarObsession]

Good video Gary!

[@CarFocused]

Thanks mate - the dream spec for me. Hopefully will be completed by next year 👌🏻

[@CarObsession]

@@CarFocused It's nice to have something to aim for. I'd like to go stage 2 on the Leon, but realistically I'm looking at about 3 grand to get there and considering the power gain I'd be getting, it's not really worth it.

[@CarFocused]

@@CarObsession yea I’d say probably not worth it too, plus I think it’ll probably upset the balance of the car a bit. All too easy to be greedy with more power 🙈

[@Metal05]

Used to drive through there all the time.

[@CarFocused]

Looked like a lovely place 👌🏻

[@lastexile1187]

Lovely example. I know youre set on your mountune X,Y and Z but 375bhp can be achieved far cheaper elsewhere, cheaper than the ridiculous price of the collins or mountune 6 bar fuel pump alone.

[@13965082]

Care to share?

[@CarFocused]

Yea I know man but I’m close now and I have the badge ready to go on 🤣

[@lastexile1187]

@@13965082 custom remap from the likes of Sabre can map these engines using the original 4 bar fuel pump, just you need bigger injectors to make up some of the difference in terms of fuel supply. For example my mk2 ST has 550cc bosch injectors which are bigger than the original RS ones, runs 374bhp. On an RS youd need the usual supporting mods - 3" turbo back exhaust, stage 1 or 2 RS intercooler, plenum as well as the bigger injectors. Not sure if the original RS airbox would be a problem but an open cone or mountune airbox would help

[@lastexile1187]

@@CarFocused the badge and £2000 on a bloody fuel pump+installation 🤣

[@CarFocused]

@@lastexile1187I certainly won’t be paying that. It’ll be £600 for the pump on exchange, I can get the file elsewhere 😁

[@Sammystirrup]

That’s my village! Didn’t realise you were local!

[@CarFocused]

Haha small world! I’m not local but I was at FJRS in Braintree and the road to the village was recommended. It didn’t disappoint. Lovely area 👍🏻👍🏻

[@clarke89]

i put a rs engine and turbo in my 2010 st dynod at 395hp it was amazing but always wanted more power.miss that car alot

[@CarFocused]

I bet that was pretty handy mate 🔥

[@clarke89]

​@CarFocused get your rs to 420 it doesn't take alot of mods and transforms the car

[@CarFocused]

@@clarke89 I just don’t think it needs that much mate - plus you then start burning out the clutch etc and forging becomes more of a necessity.

[@davidbrownjohn327]

Lovely example of the mk2 Focus RS. Another good video Gary. Oh, is that ST FUN in the background? Is it still for sale?

[@CarFocused]

Thanks David. The ST is now sold! Took a while but they got there in the end 😊 Lovely car!

[@stephengolds9679]

There is an ultimate green one for sale near me at the moment, got to say I’m tempted

[@CarFocused]

What’s stopping you?!😁👍🏻

[@stephengolds9679]

It wouldn’t be my every day car and have no dry place to keep it

[@julesverne2962]

Hi Gary, would love to have seen your drive back home in your car to see what the differences are between the MR375 and yours and your reaction to that difference!

[@CarFocused]

Yea would have been cool but I don’t like making the videos too long as people get bored 😂

[@michaelb9664]

@@CarFocusednot at all mate, your vids are informative and good to watch. Anyone who appreciates cars like this wouldn’t be bored. 👍

[@CarFocused]

@@michaelb9664 cheers matey!

[@balforitown4274]

Not long noe before I pick up my 15k Mr420 UG

[@jameshope524]

Lovely car

[@CarFocused]

Mate it’s a beauty. Immaculate too 👌🏻

[@jameshope524]

@@CarFocused love fords m8,I've got an orion 16i ghia

[@CarFocused]

@@jameshope524nice - don’t see many about now!

[@Holdeenio]

What kind of exhaust mods was he running? Did he have a decat or sports cat? Just wondering as that’ll definitely impact the pick up. Throttle sensitivity mapping too 👌🏼

[@CarFocused]

Hi mate he’s got the same system as me - 3 inch turbo back with sports cat 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Holdeenio]

Awesome

[@binmandez]

Best looking ford 😻

[@CarFocused]

Agree 😁😁

[@blueovalneal]

Did FJRS fit the seat lowering kit? Coming from a 6ft 7” driver I’m tempted!

[@CarFocused]

No mate he did it himself - it’s not too hard to do. A great mod too!

[@philatkinson1983]

Best mod ever for a mk2 RS. Makes you realise how high the standard seat is

[@Birmingham_racing]

The mk2 will be a true future classic with that aggressive styling

[@CarFocused]

Oh for sure!

[@Sorted7]

Awesome car. Altho my ST has 90k on it and there’s no rattles or squeaks so u might wanna look into that on ur RS

[@CarFocused]

ST is a softly sprung car whereas the RS is very firm and just loosens trim up over time. My Mk3 was developing interior rattles at 2 years old!lol. Mine isn’t horrendous but there is the odd squeak and rattle hear and there - got a new one in the center console recently 🙈

[@garymorris801]

fab mate

[@CarFocused]

😊👍🏻

[@leestromaine7651]

Do you think a quaife LSD would be a good addition to the car

[@CarFocused]

They are fitted with them as standard mate 👍🏻

[@leestromaine7651]

@@CarFocused I’m torn between the the mk 2 and mark 3 rs , it would be my first rs

[@CarFocused]

@@leestromaine7651 daily, Mk3. Weekend toy, Mk2!

[@johnbevan7157]

So when are you getting the fuel pump then 😉

[@CarFocused]

Soon….😅

[@grimm_gen]

I want to import one to Canada so bad

[@CarFocused]

Can it be done? Big bucks I guess 😢

[@grimm_gen]

We have a 25 years embargo on car imports, so we have to wait at least until 2030 @@CarFocused 😞

[@CarFocused]

@@grimm_gen ah man that sucks!

[@philatkinson1983]

Mountune still sell the brakes in black

[@CarFocused]

They certainly do. Bit of a premium attached to them though 😢

[@philatkinson1983]

@@CarFocused as always with mountune parts

[@chrisbaxter5041]

Think this should be your next move the 375 kit IMO anymore and you start to ruin it

[@CarFocused]

It’s in the pipeline mate - first thing that’s happening next year 👌🏻

[@chrisryanst]

Get saving those pennies and mod your motor you know you want to 😅 and if its not got rattles it's not a Ford 😂

[@CarFocused]

This is very true 😂

[@Harry-mv3kb]

Hi Gary, I have the Ford Focus st track pack (mean green) and been offered a swap for a stunning mk2 RS in white 28000 miles with full under a body refurb in stunning condition would you go for it?

[@CarFocused]

Tough decision mate, that only you can make! You’d be swapping a great modern daily for an older, fantastic weekend car. Which would you prefer?