New Focus RS 500 With Pictures!
30-03-2010, 06:16 AM
#42
Too many posts.. I need a life!!
If its not a 4x4 its big let down especially if its trying to rep the orginal Sierra RS500 (focus500?) IMHO
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
Last edited by reisskahn; 30-03-2010 at 06:17 AM.
30-03-2010, 06:54 AM
#44
Totally can't understand the boo hooing over the RS500 name. It's quicker, faster, more powerful and dynamically superior in just about every respect, and Ford fans should be championning the return of a mighty RS badged Ford.
It will easily hold it's own against Jap company BTW.
It will easily hold it's own against Jap company BTW.
30-03-2010, 06:58 AM
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Want. I understand that the '500' name means alot to some people, but surely it makes sense if they are making 500 of them? So its not 4x4 and its not RWD but times have changed and Ford decided that FWD would be the best option given the economical circumstances. Well done Ford, it looks awesome.
30-03-2010, 07:01 AM
#47
If its not a 4x4 its big let down especially if its trying to rep the orginal Sierra RS500 (focus500?) IMHO
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
why am i skint
30-03-2010, 07:28 AM
#50
Totally can't understand the boo hooing over the RS500 name. It's quicker, faster, more powerful and dynamically superior in just about every respect, and Ford fans should be championning the return of a mighty RS badged Ford.
It will easily hold it's own against Jap company BTW.
It will easily hold it's own against Jap company BTW.
Well said, This is the fastest point to point Ford they have ever made. Lets face it the original RS500 wouldn't know which way this went and that's a fact.
30-03-2010, 07:45 AM
#52
the funny thing is most of the people slating it are cossie owners who are against anything fwd, especially one that in standard form will piss over there standard cossie in pretty much every aspect and still be able to drive home rather than on a recovery truck like most cossies 
30-03-2010, 07:53 AM
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I like the Matt colour (be it vinyl though) and the red interior. Wonder if it will be a better drive than the normal RS. Was fortunate to drive one last weekend and absolutely hated it!
30-03-2010, 08:07 AM
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Not sure if im kean on the wrap idea how long does the wrap last for ! we had a M6 in here wrapped white the job was faultless when you looked at the exterior of the car but when it came to door checks ect it was just ok! i would hate the thought of my new car like this & a different colour under the bonnet
30-03-2010, 08:26 AM
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A lot of pounds no doubt but it does look amazing in most of those pictures, especially the one below. Its kind of like the Focus/ford version of the RB320 imo apart from the obvious which no doubt people will be moaning about just like the last RS.
Loving the red seats, the best colour by far.
Loving the red seats, the best colour by far.
30-03-2010, 08:27 AM
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If its not a 4x4 its big let down especially if its trying to rep the orginal Sierra RS500 (focus500?) IMHO
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
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NEW LIMITED EDITION FORD FOCUS RS500 IS THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE FORD
• Powerful new limited-edition Ford Focus RS500 for performance car enthusiasts
• Strictly limited run of 500 vehicles marks the end of current Focus RS production
• Tuned 350 PS, 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine with 460 Nm of torque provides muscular performance
• Technical enhancements improve engine's breathing and combustion
• Upgraded powertrain teamed with class-leading chassis to deliver the definitive Focus RS driving experience
• Maximum visual impact with unique matt black 'foil' paint finish and matching
19-inch alloy wheels
• Premium specification for all vehicles, combining enhanced standard luxury equipment and special RS500 detailing
• Production run of 500 individually-numbered cars available for customer order across 20 European markets from May
• Global debut at the Leipzig Motor Show on April 9 2010 – further information available from dedicated website: www.focusrs500.com
COLOGNE, March 31, 2010 – A new and powerful limited edition Focus RS model, called the RS500, is being launched as the ultimate performance Ford and will provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts.
Making its global debut at the 2010 Leipzig Motor Show in Germany on April 9, the new model has been given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly-limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles, all of which will be offered for customers to purchase.
The new Focus RS500 features a muscular 350 PS 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine, which generates 15 per cent more power than the standard Focus RS and delivers truly exhilarating performance.
The RS500’s breathtaking power is matched by an equally dramatic appearance. The limited edition model sports a unique matt black 'foil' paint finish with matching alloy wheels to deliver a powerful visual impact which is unlike any other production Ford.
“We were determined to mark the end of production for the current and acclaimed Focus RS with something even more special,” said Joe Bakaj, Ford of Europe's vice president for Product Development. “From its stunning looks to its intoxicating performance, we have no doubt that the RS500 will be appreciated and quickly snapped up by performance car enthusiasts.
“This vehicle joins a long line of iconic RS Fords and is a worthy recipient of the RS500 name, which became synonymous with success on the road and track with the legendary Sierra RS500 Cosworth that dominated saloon car racing during the late 1980s,” Bakaj added.
Strictly Limited Production Run of 500 Individually Numbered Vehicles
The RS500 marks the end of production for the current generation Focus RS, with the last vehicles scheduled to leave Ford’s Saarlouis Assembly Plant in Germany during September 2010.
While overwhelming customer demand has ensured that total Focus RS output is expected to exceed 11,000 units (significantly more than the 7,000 to 8,000 originally forecast), production of the RS500 will start at Ford's Saarlouis plant in Germany during May and will be strictly limited to 500 customer vehicles for twenty European markets.
Each RS500 will carry a metal plaque on the centre console, hand-engraved with a unique identification number from 001 to 500.
A small number of pre-production vehicles produced for internal Ford use – such as product development or press demonstrators – will have their own unique numbering scheme, to ensure the exclusivity of the 500 customer cars.
Demand for the RS500 is expected to exceed supply by a considerable margin, and the full production run of just 500 vehicles is being allocated across 20 European markets in line with the anticipated level of interest. For some countries, the very small number of vehicles allocated means the RS500 will, indeed, be a very exclusive purchase for its customers.
A dedicated website – www.focusrs500.com – will allow customers and enthusiasts to gain further information, including projected quantities of available vehicles by market, plus access to download photography and video clips. The site will also provide links to national Ford websites so customers can identify dealers and prices.
Focus RS also has its own Facebook page – www.facebook.com/fordfocusrs – with more than 13,500 fans from across the world, and RS500 launch activities will be shared on this site.
Upgraded 350 PS Powertrain
“The more urgent engine sound and sheer thrust of the mid-range performance tell the driver immediately that this is not a standard Focus RS,” said Gunnar Herrmann, Ford’s Global C-Car Vehicle Line Director. “With 15 per cent more power and the same gutsy, sporting character, our new powertrain gives the RS500 the special engine it deserves.”
To provide the RS500 with a fitting power unit, the 305 PS turbocharged Duratec RS
2.5-litre engine from the standard Focus RS has been upgraded to deliver significantly more top-end and mid-range power, but without compromising the base engine’s strength and responsiveness at lower revs.
Peak power is increased by 45PS to 350PS at 6,000rpm, while torque has been increased from 440 to 460Nm, delivered across a broad speed range from 2,500 to 4,500rpm.
To achieve the required balance of muscular mid-range and top-end performance, the engine has benefitted from a comprehensive package of enhancements aimed at improving the engine’s breathing and combustion.
The changes include a significantly larger air-to-air intercooler to deliver a cooler, denser charge; a larger air filter box for increased airflow; larger diameter exhaust downpipe; and an uprated fuel pump, along with an updated software calibration to optimise the performance of the revised engine.
“The engine’s improved breathing has allowed us to increase power without having to raise turbo boost pressure significantly,” explained Herrmann. “This has made it possible to enhance peak performance while maintaining the excellent driveability, fuel consumption and emissions of the standard Focus RS.”
Preliminary performance figures for the Focus RS500 indicate that it achieves 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds, with a top speed similar to the 263 km/h in the standard RS.
Engineered by Performance Car Enthusiasts
The Focus RS500 engine has been modified by a team enthusiast engineers from Ford TeamRS in partnership with Revolve Technologies, the automotive engineering firm which develops Ford approved performance upgrades through its Mountune brand.
The shared development and testing programme ensured that the 350 PS Duratec RS engine achieved the specified performance targets while also delivering the standards of durability and serviceability expected by Ford RS customers.
The comprehensive engineering details already developed for the 305 PS Focus RS engine – including a revised cylinder head gasket, ultra-durable metal sprayed cylinder bores, revised pistons and new connecting rods – have ensured that no further mechanical changes were required to cope with the increased performance of the 350 PS RS500 unit.
Advanced Front Wheel Drive Chassis
A key factor in the success of the latest generation Focus RS has been its advanced front wheel drive chassis, which combines a wider track, the unique ‘RevoKnuckle’ front suspension design and a Quaife helical limited slip differential to deliver responsive steering, outstanding traction and a minimum of unwanted torque steer.
The same chassis design has proved equally effective in handling the increased torque levels of the Focus RS500, and the specification is unchanged for this application, helping to retain the same sporting and responsive dynamic character which is central to the appeal of the acclaimed standard Focus RS.
The high-performance braking system, and the 19-inch wheels and 235/35/R19 tyres, are also carried over unchanged from the standard vehicle, although red brake calipers and a dramatic black finish for the alloy wheels are unique to the RS500.
Performance Tested to the Limit
In recognition of the extreme performance potential of the Focus RS500, the limited edition model has been subjected to a series of concentrated durability tests which have focused on the car’s track capabilities.
The development programme included a dedicated endurance test at the infamous Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany, where Ford TeamRS engineers were joined by three Ford-employed racing drivers working in shifts to complete 10,000km of non-stop driving, equivalent to competing in ten consecutive Nürburgring 24-hour races without a break.
“We wanted to be sure that serious enthusiasts could drive the Focus RS500 to the limit on track, without any concerns about the car’s stamina,” said Matthias Tonn, Focus RS500 Chief Programme Engineer. “This meant going beyond our standard test routines, and pushing the car to the edge of its performance envelope. After 500 non-stop laps of the Nürburgring, we are very confident of its durability and delighted at the way it performed, with an 8-minute lap time within reach”.
Unique Matt Black 'Foil' Paint Finish for Maximum Visual Impact
The standard Focus RS already creates a lasting impression with its functional yet striking design, but the unique matt black 'foil' paint finish of the Focus RS500 makes this limited edition car even more special.
Stunning matt black bodywork is combined with matching metallic black alloy wheels, and the gloss black finish of the trapezoidal lower front grille and splitter, twin-blade rear spoiler and the rear venturi, which manages airflow beneath the rear of the car.
Small flashes of colour around the vehicle – including the red brake calipers, blue RS badges, and the special blue and red RS500 badge on the tailgate – only serve to emphasise the car’s unique appearance.
“We deliberately set out to ensure that the Focus RS500 looks like no other production vehicle,” added Tonn. “With its dramatic black finish and imposing stance, this car really is mean, moody and magnificent!”
The matt black foil finish for the RS500 was developed in partnership with the technology company 3M, which specialises in advanced film products for the automotive industry.
All Focus RS500 vehicles will be painted in a standard Panther Black metallic colour, before being shipped to a dedicated 3M facility near Frankfurt, Germany, where a special foil film will be applied to the bodywork to create the matt black effect.
The film is extremely durable, and is specifically designed to resist superficial marks and scratches in automotive applications. In the event of damage to the bodywork, Ford dealers will be fully supported by a Europe-wide network of 3M agents who can replace the film on the affected panels.
Special Focus RS500 Interior Detailing
Attention to detail on the RS500 exterior is also reflected inside the car, with a series of special features which are unique to this limited edition model.
The centre console is distinguished by the car's individually-numbered metal plaque, and by a unique carbon-effect finish to the bezel which carries a distinctive RS pattern.
In contrast to the blue detailing on the standard Focus RS, the RS500 features a special red colour scheme, notably on the stitching of the leather trim on the steering wheel, door trim and gear lever gaiter, and on the floor mats.
Customers also have the option of specifying the bespoke Recaro front sports seats in full red leather, to further enhance the visual impact.
Premium Specification for All Vehicles
All Focus RS500 vehicles will be equipped to a very high specification as standard, with only two features available as optional items. In addition to the comprehensive equipment levels on the standard Focus RS, the RS500 includes the following features as standard:
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Heated windscreen
• Rear parking distance sensors
• Tyre deflation detection system
• Automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers
• Auto dimming rear-view mirror
• Ford key-free start
• Enhanced connectivity with Bluetooth®, voice control and USB port
• Sony 6-CD audio system
• Recaro sports front seats with partial leather trim
The two optional features are touchscreen DVD navigation and audio system, and the full leather Recaro front seats in red.
“We believe that customers lucky enough to secure one of the limited edition Focus RS500 models will be getting a real collectors item,” said Joe Bakaj. “From its stunning looks, to its immense driver appeal and its complete specification, the Focus RS500 provides enthusiasts with the ultimate performance Ford for the road.”
# # #
Ford news releases and high-resolution photographs are available
on the Ford Motor Company media Web site (http://media.ford.com).
FORD FOCUS RS500 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Performance
0-100km/h 5.6sec (0-60mph 5.4sec, 0-100mph 12.2sec)
Max speed 265 km/h (165 mph)
Max power 350 PS at 6,000rpm
Max Torque 460Nm at 2,500 to 4,500rpm
All other technical specifications match those of the Ford Focus RS.
Note: This data information reflects preliminary specifications and was correct at the time of printing. However, Ford's policy is one of continuous product development. The right is reserved to change these details at any time without further notice.
Contact:
Finn Thomasen
fthomas3@ford.com
+44 (0)1268 401908
• Powerful new limited-edition Ford Focus RS500 for performance car enthusiasts
• Strictly limited run of 500 vehicles marks the end of current Focus RS production
• Tuned 350 PS, 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine with 460 Nm of torque provides muscular performance
• Technical enhancements improve engine's breathing and combustion
• Upgraded powertrain teamed with class-leading chassis to deliver the definitive Focus RS driving experience
• Maximum visual impact with unique matt black 'foil' paint finish and matching
19-inch alloy wheels
• Premium specification for all vehicles, combining enhanced standard luxury equipment and special RS500 detailing
• Production run of 500 individually-numbered cars available for customer order across 20 European markets from May
• Global debut at the Leipzig Motor Show on April 9 2010 – further information available from dedicated website: www.focusrs500.com
COLOGNE, March 31, 2010 – A new and powerful limited edition Focus RS model, called the RS500, is being launched as the ultimate performance Ford and will provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts.
Making its global debut at the 2010 Leipzig Motor Show in Germany on April 9, the new model has been given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly-limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles, all of which will be offered for customers to purchase.
The new Focus RS500 features a muscular 350 PS 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine, which generates 15 per cent more power than the standard Focus RS and delivers truly exhilarating performance.
The RS500’s breathtaking power is matched by an equally dramatic appearance. The limited edition model sports a unique matt black 'foil' paint finish with matching alloy wheels to deliver a powerful visual impact which is unlike any other production Ford.
“We were determined to mark the end of production for the current and acclaimed Focus RS with something even more special,” said Joe Bakaj, Ford of Europe's vice president for Product Development. “From its stunning looks to its intoxicating performance, we have no doubt that the RS500 will be appreciated and quickly snapped up by performance car enthusiasts.
“This vehicle joins a long line of iconic RS Fords and is a worthy recipient of the RS500 name, which became synonymous with success on the road and track with the legendary Sierra RS500 Cosworth that dominated saloon car racing during the late 1980s,” Bakaj added.
Strictly Limited Production Run of 500 Individually Numbered Vehicles
The RS500 marks the end of production for the current generation Focus RS, with the last vehicles scheduled to leave Ford’s Saarlouis Assembly Plant in Germany during September 2010.
While overwhelming customer demand has ensured that total Focus RS output is expected to exceed 11,000 units (significantly more than the 7,000 to 8,000 originally forecast), production of the RS500 will start at Ford's Saarlouis plant in Germany during May and will be strictly limited to 500 customer vehicles for twenty European markets.
Each RS500 will carry a metal plaque on the centre console, hand-engraved with a unique identification number from 001 to 500.
A small number of pre-production vehicles produced for internal Ford use – such as product development or press demonstrators – will have their own unique numbering scheme, to ensure the exclusivity of the 500 customer cars.
Demand for the RS500 is expected to exceed supply by a considerable margin, and the full production run of just 500 vehicles is being allocated across 20 European markets in line with the anticipated level of interest. For some countries, the very small number of vehicles allocated means the RS500 will, indeed, be a very exclusive purchase for its customers.
A dedicated website – www.focusrs500.com – will allow customers and enthusiasts to gain further information, including projected quantities of available vehicles by market, plus access to download photography and video clips. The site will also provide links to national Ford websites so customers can identify dealers and prices.
Focus RS also has its own Facebook page – www.facebook.com/fordfocusrs – with more than 13,500 fans from across the world, and RS500 launch activities will be shared on this site.
Upgraded 350 PS Powertrain
“The more urgent engine sound and sheer thrust of the mid-range performance tell the driver immediately that this is not a standard Focus RS,” said Gunnar Herrmann, Ford’s Global C-Car Vehicle Line Director. “With 15 per cent more power and the same gutsy, sporting character, our new powertrain gives the RS500 the special engine it deserves.”
To provide the RS500 with a fitting power unit, the 305 PS turbocharged Duratec RS
2.5-litre engine from the standard Focus RS has been upgraded to deliver significantly more top-end and mid-range power, but without compromising the base engine’s strength and responsiveness at lower revs.
Peak power is increased by 45PS to 350PS at 6,000rpm, while torque has been increased from 440 to 460Nm, delivered across a broad speed range from 2,500 to 4,500rpm.
To achieve the required balance of muscular mid-range and top-end performance, the engine has benefitted from a comprehensive package of enhancements aimed at improving the engine’s breathing and combustion.
The changes include a significantly larger air-to-air intercooler to deliver a cooler, denser charge; a larger air filter box for increased airflow; larger diameter exhaust downpipe; and an uprated fuel pump, along with an updated software calibration to optimise the performance of the revised engine.
“The engine’s improved breathing has allowed us to increase power without having to raise turbo boost pressure significantly,” explained Herrmann. “This has made it possible to enhance peak performance while maintaining the excellent driveability, fuel consumption and emissions of the standard Focus RS.”
Preliminary performance figures for the Focus RS500 indicate that it achieves 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds, with a top speed similar to the 263 km/h in the standard RS.
Engineered by Performance Car Enthusiasts
The Focus RS500 engine has been modified by a team enthusiast engineers from Ford TeamRS in partnership with Revolve Technologies, the automotive engineering firm which develops Ford approved performance upgrades through its Mountune brand.
The shared development and testing programme ensured that the 350 PS Duratec RS engine achieved the specified performance targets while also delivering the standards of durability and serviceability expected by Ford RS customers.
The comprehensive engineering details already developed for the 305 PS Focus RS engine – including a revised cylinder head gasket, ultra-durable metal sprayed cylinder bores, revised pistons and new connecting rods – have ensured that no further mechanical changes were required to cope with the increased performance of the 350 PS RS500 unit.
Advanced Front Wheel Drive Chassis
A key factor in the success of the latest generation Focus RS has been its advanced front wheel drive chassis, which combines a wider track, the unique ‘RevoKnuckle’ front suspension design and a Quaife helical limited slip differential to deliver responsive steering, outstanding traction and a minimum of unwanted torque steer.
The same chassis design has proved equally effective in handling the increased torque levels of the Focus RS500, and the specification is unchanged for this application, helping to retain the same sporting and responsive dynamic character which is central to the appeal of the acclaimed standard Focus RS.
The high-performance braking system, and the 19-inch wheels and 235/35/R19 tyres, are also carried over unchanged from the standard vehicle, although red brake calipers and a dramatic black finish for the alloy wheels are unique to the RS500.
Performance Tested to the Limit
In recognition of the extreme performance potential of the Focus RS500, the limited edition model has been subjected to a series of concentrated durability tests which have focused on the car’s track capabilities.
The development programme included a dedicated endurance test at the infamous Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany, where Ford TeamRS engineers were joined by three Ford-employed racing drivers working in shifts to complete 10,000km of non-stop driving, equivalent to competing in ten consecutive Nürburgring 24-hour races without a break.
“We wanted to be sure that serious enthusiasts could drive the Focus RS500 to the limit on track, without any concerns about the car’s stamina,” said Matthias Tonn, Focus RS500 Chief Programme Engineer. “This meant going beyond our standard test routines, and pushing the car to the edge of its performance envelope. After 500 non-stop laps of the Nürburgring, we are very confident of its durability and delighted at the way it performed, with an 8-minute lap time within reach”.
Unique Matt Black 'Foil' Paint Finish for Maximum Visual Impact
The standard Focus RS already creates a lasting impression with its functional yet striking design, but the unique matt black 'foil' paint finish of the Focus RS500 makes this limited edition car even more special.
Stunning matt black bodywork is combined with matching metallic black alloy wheels, and the gloss black finish of the trapezoidal lower front grille and splitter, twin-blade rear spoiler and the rear venturi, which manages airflow beneath the rear of the car.
Small flashes of colour around the vehicle – including the red brake calipers, blue RS badges, and the special blue and red RS500 badge on the tailgate – only serve to emphasise the car’s unique appearance.
“We deliberately set out to ensure that the Focus RS500 looks like no other production vehicle,” added Tonn. “With its dramatic black finish and imposing stance, this car really is mean, moody and magnificent!”
The matt black foil finish for the RS500 was developed in partnership with the technology company 3M, which specialises in advanced film products for the automotive industry.
All Focus RS500 vehicles will be painted in a standard Panther Black metallic colour, before being shipped to a dedicated 3M facility near Frankfurt, Germany, where a special foil film will be applied to the bodywork to create the matt black effect.
The film is extremely durable, and is specifically designed to resist superficial marks and scratches in automotive applications. In the event of damage to the bodywork, Ford dealers will be fully supported by a Europe-wide network of 3M agents who can replace the film on the affected panels.
Special Focus RS500 Interior Detailing
Attention to detail on the RS500 exterior is also reflected inside the car, with a series of special features which are unique to this limited edition model.
The centre console is distinguished by the car's individually-numbered metal plaque, and by a unique carbon-effect finish to the bezel which carries a distinctive RS pattern.
In contrast to the blue detailing on the standard Focus RS, the RS500 features a special red colour scheme, notably on the stitching of the leather trim on the steering wheel, door trim and gear lever gaiter, and on the floor mats.
Customers also have the option of specifying the bespoke Recaro front sports seats in full red leather, to further enhance the visual impact.
Premium Specification for All Vehicles
All Focus RS500 vehicles will be equipped to a very high specification as standard, with only two features available as optional items. In addition to the comprehensive equipment levels on the standard Focus RS, the RS500 includes the following features as standard:
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Heated windscreen
• Rear parking distance sensors
• Tyre deflation detection system
• Automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers
• Auto dimming rear-view mirror
• Ford key-free start
• Enhanced connectivity with Bluetooth®, voice control and USB port
• Sony 6-CD audio system
• Recaro sports front seats with partial leather trim
The two optional features are touchscreen DVD navigation and audio system, and the full leather Recaro front seats in red.
“We believe that customers lucky enough to secure one of the limited edition Focus RS500 models will be getting a real collectors item,” said Joe Bakaj. “From its stunning looks, to its immense driver appeal and its complete specification, the Focus RS500 provides enthusiasts with the ultimate performance Ford for the road.”
# # #
Ford news releases and high-resolution photographs are available
on the Ford Motor Company media Web site (http://media.ford.com).
FORD FOCUS RS500 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Performance
0-100km/h 5.6sec (0-60mph 5.4sec, 0-100mph 12.2sec)
Max speed 265 km/h (165 mph)
Max power 350 PS at 6,000rpm
Max Torque 460Nm at 2,500 to 4,500rpm
All other technical specifications match those of the Ford Focus RS.
Note: This data information reflects preliminary specifications and was correct at the time of printing. However, Ford's policy is one of continuous product development. The right is reserved to change these details at any time without further notice.
Contact:
Finn Thomasen
fthomas3@ford.com
+44 (0)1268 401908
30-03-2010, 09:48 AM
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I did just that and confirms ReissKahn is probably right! I was VERY disappointed by it. Had a good go of a friends green one on Saturday, didnt find it quick at all, uncomfortably torque steered all of the place, seating/steering position awful, hit the rev limiter far too quickly (not because of it being fast though), just overall disappointed. He's got it up for sale already as he thought it would be a better car.
Hopefully the Rs500 will be better.
Last edited by cfoster; 30-03-2010 at 09:49 AM.
30-03-2010, 10:18 AM
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I did just that and confirms ReissKahn is probably right! I was VERY disappointed by it. Had a good go of a friends green one on Saturday, didnt find it quick at all, uncomfortably torque steered all of the place, seating/steering position awful, hit the rev limiter far too quickly (not because of it being fast though), just overall disappointed. He's got it up for sale already as he thought it would be a better car.
Hopefully the Rs500 will be better.
Hopefully the Rs500 will be better.
Over and out
30-03-2010, 10:19 AM
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First negative review i have ever heard from anyone who has driven one.
Driven a few now, all been cracking motors. IMO
Drove them on the road, brunters, welsh mountians, snetterton in the wet and dry. Loved it! For me, its a great package.
Driven a few now, all been cracking motors. IMO
Drove them on the road, brunters, welsh mountians, snetterton in the wet and dry. Loved it! For me, its a great package.
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I did just that and confirms ReissKahn is probably right! I was VERY disappointed by it. Had a good go of a friends green one on Saturday, didnt find it quick at all, uncomfortably torque steered all of the place, seating/steering position awful, hit the rev limiter far too quickly (not because of it being fast though), just overall disappointed. He's got it up for sale already as he thought it would be a better car.
Hopefully the Rs500 will be better.
Hopefully the Rs500 will be better.
30-03-2010, 10:26 AM
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put both cars in standard trim together and the focus would piss allover the old rs500..fact!! im not biased as id have the sierra rs500 over the focus anyday just for the looks history and stuff...but even though its FWD..its called progression mate..as in ford wouldnt have made it if it wasnt better.
30-03-2010, 10:28 AM
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30-03-2010, 10:37 AM
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Sorry to be a cynic but the only reason its called an RS500 is purely to align itself to the cache of the original RS500 and its motorsport pedigree.
Clever marketing by Ford, hell yes and it seems to have worked.
Its a great looking car, and no doubt a lovely driver, but step back and take a clear view and its an ST with a party frock on, and this one has a bit more bling.
Clever money would buy a nice low miles ST and improve on that with someone like Mountune breathing on it, and you would have plenty of cash left over to boot.
You can buy a lot of exotica for 35k.
As an investment, buy one, wrap it up in cotton wool and dig it out in 20 years time and sure you will get your money back, maybe a couple of quid more, or take your 35k plonk it into a high rate savings account or cash ISA and then check the balance in 20 years time, you will have a lot more ££££ instead.
The original 500s are commanding top dollar these days, but dont forget when they were new you could have bought a small terrace house instead, rented it out so that it cost you nothing, and you could probably sell that same house now for over 100k
Ford dont do heritage, compare their collection and how its housed to a lot of the other car makers. A load of old press cars stored in a shed in not respecting the past. I dont think they even have a 500 themselves, sold them all off years ago.
I have no doubt they UK allocation will be sold off in a few days though.
Clever marketing by Ford, hell yes and it seems to have worked.
Its a great looking car, and no doubt a lovely driver, but step back and take a clear view and its an ST with a party frock on, and this one has a bit more bling.
Clever money would buy a nice low miles ST and improve on that with someone like Mountune breathing on it, and you would have plenty of cash left over to boot.
You can buy a lot of exotica for 35k.
As an investment, buy one, wrap it up in cotton wool and dig it out in 20 years time and sure you will get your money back, maybe a couple of quid more, or take your 35k plonk it into a high rate savings account or cash ISA and then check the balance in 20 years time, you will have a lot more ££££ instead.
The original 500s are commanding top dollar these days, but dont forget when they were new you could have bought a small terrace house instead, rented it out so that it cost you nothing, and you could probably sell that same house now for over 100k
Ford dont do heritage, compare their collection and how its housed to a lot of the other car makers. A load of old press cars stored in a shed in not respecting the past. I dont think they even have a 500 themselves, sold them all off years ago.
I have no doubt they UK allocation will be sold off in a few days though.
30-03-2010, 10:40 AM
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Sorry to be a cynic but the only reason its called an RS500 is purely to align itself to the cache of the original RS500 and its motorsport pedigree.
Clever marketing by Ford, hell yes and it seems to have worked.
Its a great looking car, and no doubt a lovely driver, but step back and take a clear view and its an ST with a party frock on, and this one has a bit more bling.
Clever money would buy a nice low miles ST and improve on that with someone like Mountune breathing on it, and you would have plenty of cash left over to boot.
You can buy a lot of exotica for 35k.
As an investment, buy one, wrap it up in cotton wool and dig it out in 20 years time and sure you will get your money back, maybe a couple of quid more, or take your 35k plonk it into a high rate savings account or cash ISA and then check the balance in 20 years time, you will have a lot more ££££ instead.
The original 500s are commanding top dollar these days, but dont forget when they were new you could have bought a small terrace house instead, rented it out so that it cost you nothing, and you could probably sell that same house now for over 100k
Ford dont do heritage, compare their collection and how its housed to a lot of the other car makers. A load of old press cars stored in a shed in not respecting the past. I dont think they even have a 500 themselves, sold them all off years ago.
I have no doubt they UK allocation will be sold off in a few days though.
Clever marketing by Ford, hell yes and it seems to have worked.
Its a great looking car, and no doubt a lovely driver, but step back and take a clear view and its an ST with a party frock on, and this one has a bit more bling.
Clever money would buy a nice low miles ST and improve on that with someone like Mountune breathing on it, and you would have plenty of cash left over to boot.
You can buy a lot of exotica for 35k.
As an investment, buy one, wrap it up in cotton wool and dig it out in 20 years time and sure you will get your money back, maybe a couple of quid more, or take your 35k plonk it into a high rate savings account or cash ISA and then check the balance in 20 years time, you will have a lot more ££££ instead.
The original 500s are commanding top dollar these days, but dont forget when they were new you could have bought a small terrace house instead, rented it out so that it cost you nothing, and you could probably sell that same house now for over 100k
Ford dont do heritage, compare their collection and how its housed to a lot of the other car makers. A load of old press cars stored in a shed in not respecting the past. I dont think they even have a 500 themselves, sold them all off years ago.
I have no doubt they UK allocation will be sold off in a few days though.
30-03-2010, 10:45 AM
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Why should owning a car be about the investment though? Maybe some people want to spend the money because they can afford to, and because they want one! Sure buying ANY new car is financially stupid - at least with a limited run you're more likely to hold onto its value - and it would certainly hold its value better than a tuned ST.
I also don't see what's wrong with calling it an RS500. It's an RS, there are 500 of them (plus a couple of extra press cars) and it's a name that Ford have used before with great sucess.
If it was in-line with the ST500s, i.e. a bit of tarting up and little else I'd be a bit miffed, but as it's a bigger power version then I really can't see what's wrong with using the same name. I don't think it's in the slightest bit cynical.
I also don't see what's wrong with calling it an RS500. It's an RS, there are 500 of them (plus a couple of extra press cars) and it's a name that Ford have used before with great sucess.
If it was in-line with the ST500s, i.e. a bit of tarting up and little else I'd be a bit miffed, but as it's a bigger power version then I really can't see what's wrong with using the same name. I don't think it's in the slightest bit cynical.
30-03-2010, 11:18 AM
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it tick all the boxe`s for me mate...is your mates standard as mine doesnt torque steer all over the place...admit with ya that seating position is not the best..but acceptable....as for hiting the rev limiter to quickly aswell mine doesnt seem to suffer from that either so as stated above^^ is you mate`s standard , played with or just somthing wrong with it...admit there not everyones cuppa tea but do you think a 330bhp cossie is slow?? as the focus is well evenly matched in power/delivery ....IMO not really that slow for a stock car and way smoother power.
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30-03-2010, 11:36 AM
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the st focus is a complete different car to the Rs focus so many differences wheelbase is wider the suspension setup and hubs are different thats just for starters all thats the same as an ST is the body shell
30-03-2010, 11:45 AM
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If its not a 4x4 its big let down especially if its trying to rep the orginal Sierra RS500 (focus500?) IMHO
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
Cool cars but for 350 odd break its still got no chance against an evo, scooby or an escort/sierra cosworth.
Ok some might say its not in the above cars league but trying to rep it with the orginal RS500 and it still can't shift due to sh..ty FWD then theres no point. The orginal RS500 was a legend so let it be and leave it that.....
Just my 2cents worth
Saying that if one came along at the right monies am not saying i'd not have one lol...
30-03-2010, 12:56 PM
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Sorry to be a cynic but the only reason its called an RS500 is purely to align itself to the cache of the original RS500 and its motorsport pedigree.
Clever marketing by Ford, hell yes and it seems to have worked.
Its a great looking car, and no doubt a lovely driver, but step back and take a clear view and its an ST with a party frock on, and this one has a bit more bling.
Clever money would buy a nice low miles ST and improve on that with someone like Mountune breathing on it, and you would have plenty of cash left over to boot.
You can buy a lot of exotica for 35k.
As an investment, buy one, wrap it up in cotton wool and dig it out in 20 years time and sure you will get your money back, maybe a couple of quid more, or take your 35k plonk it into a high rate savings account or cash ISA and then check the balance in 20 years time, you will have a lot more ££££ instead.
The original 500s are commanding top dollar these days, but dont forget when they were new you could have bought a small terrace house instead, rented it out so that it cost you nothing, and you could probably sell that same house now for over 100k
Ford dont do heritage, compare their collection and how its housed to a lot of the other car makers. A load of old press cars stored in a shed in not respecting the past. I dont think they even have a 500 themselves, sold them all off years ago.
I have no doubt they UK allocation will be sold off in a few days though.
Clever marketing by Ford, hell yes and it seems to have worked.
Its a great looking car, and no doubt a lovely driver, but step back and take a clear view and its an ST with a party frock on, and this one has a bit more bling.
Clever money would buy a nice low miles ST and improve on that with someone like Mountune breathing on it, and you would have plenty of cash left over to boot.
You can buy a lot of exotica for 35k.
As an investment, buy one, wrap it up in cotton wool and dig it out in 20 years time and sure you will get your money back, maybe a couple of quid more, or take your 35k plonk it into a high rate savings account or cash ISA and then check the balance in 20 years time, you will have a lot more ££££ instead.
The original 500s are commanding top dollar these days, but dont forget when they were new you could have bought a small terrace house instead, rented it out so that it cost you nothing, and you could probably sell that same house now for over 100k
Ford dont do heritage, compare their collection and how its housed to a lot of the other car makers. A load of old press cars stored in a shed in not respecting the past. I dont think they even have a 500 themselves, sold them all off years ago.
I have no doubt they UK allocation will be sold off in a few days though.
Just interested to know if you've experienced the two cars or speculating?