Why do I love my old Focus so much when I could sell it for a PORSCHE?!

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  • Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024

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  • @CarFocused
    @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +8

    Wow thanks for all the comments. I’ve really enjoyed reading them! I’ve had the RS almost 5 years, not 4 🤦🏼‍♂️🙈

  • @BradRogers-t9v
    @BradRogers-t9v 5 месяцев назад +39

    Only true petrolheads will understand this video… never sell it mate!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +2

      🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

    • @ifyouarefeelingsinister
      @ifyouarefeelingsinister 5 месяцев назад

      Pretty sure non petrol heads can grasp the concept of keeping something that brings them joy

  • @fastonthedraw
    @fastonthedraw 5 месяцев назад +8

    had mine since new...ultimate green...35.000 on the clock...been offered mega bucks for it...but...like your good self...just could never imagine seeing her being driven down my road...by a stranger....gone forever...nope...
    At 73 apparently I am maybe the oldest owner in the U.K..when I go...my grandsons can have her..!!❤

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      That’s amazing. Age is just a number my friend you enjoy that RS for as long as you can!😊

  • @johnbevan7157
    @johnbevan7157 5 месяцев назад +9

    I’ve owned my MK2 for 11 years this year and I still love it as much as the day I got it. It just feels special, it’s an event when you go for a drive 😎

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +2

      That’s bloody good going John, but totally understandable! Don’t ever sell it 😊

    • @johnbevan7157
      @johnbevan7157 5 месяцев назад +3

      @@CarFocused I don’t plan to sell the car ever, it’s the only Ford RS that I saw the drawings for in Autocar 2008 and I wanted it immediately. It’s the only RS which even comes slightly close to the good looks of the iconic Escort Cosworth. I think the Focus RS MK3 is a great car but for me it doesn’t feel as special as the MK2.

  • @grahamstephens9931
    @grahamstephens9931 5 месяцев назад +5

    Gary, what you said resonates with me. I remember seeing the MK1 RS back in the day, and I knew I needed one. While I didn't get a MK1, I did get a MK3 back in 2020. Best day of my life. I know how you feel. When i squeeze behind the wheel, I feel at one with the car, that connection you mention. I've been lucky enough to daily an M5 Comp for a few years now, but it sits in the driveway, while the MK3 resides in the garage. I'm not ashamed to say that its cherished and the few drives I do get in it every year are special. I'd say my M5 is the ultimate car, but it lacks the soul of my MK3. I hope the MK2 is something you're able to afford to keep forever, mate. Cheers.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Says it all mate really - M5 Comp is an epic car, but you just can’t beat the character of an RS Ford 😊

  • @HillJamie17
    @HillJamie17 5 месяцев назад +10

    A great tribute to your car Gary 🙌🏼. The MK2 RS’s are definitely something special and nobody should blame you for wanting to keep hold of it. The fast Ford’s get so much stick on social media but I feel like the people who criticise them aren’t real car enthusiasts cause 9/10 people who eventually drive one, end up liking them so much 🙌🏼

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you mate. Some people just can’t see the appeal - but I know that there are people out there like yourself who understands. Sometimes a dream isn’t a Ferrari, sometimes it’s a Ford!

    • @boabm6522
      @boabm6522 5 месяцев назад +1

      My 10yo son laughs when I pick a mk2 RS over super car as my dream car.

    • @HillJamie17
      @HillJamie17 5 месяцев назад

      @@boabm6522haha every 10 year old wants a Ferrari/Lamborgini until they get older and realise our roads aren’t practical for them. The potholes would destroy them kind of cars, it’s a shame really ain’t it

  • @David-rv9kj
    @David-rv9kj 5 месяцев назад +4

    never thought a focus could feel so tight but when i drove mine for the first time i knew instantly that im not going home without it. A gokart which sounds amazing, and still is practical and as you said not a bunch of BS just TC off, thats it, its always RAW experience. I love it and i will treat her now and get her rear arches rust repaired :)

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      That’s great to hear! You have to look after them mate, it’s all about enjoying them but also keeping them going strong for as long as you can 😊

  • @autopower1971
    @autopower1971 5 месяцев назад +2

    You have said it perfectly Gary. The RS Focus over any Porsche, any RS Ford over a Porsche come to that. I remember thinking when you got a white one, you should have got green. But now, with the way you have put it back to the oem look, white is definitely the right colour, looks spot on!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +2

      Cheers pal! I always said any colour would have been good for me, but there is something about the white…love the way it looks now, nothing else to change really! I think if I had a Porsche I’d enjoy it, but the reality of running costs etc would soon kick in and maybe the novelty would wear off!

  • @jonyb4
    @jonyb4 5 месяцев назад +1

    I've just gotten my MK2 st back on the road, I've owned it 5 years and I'm so thrilled with it
    I've said many times it's just the perfect car, no just perfect

  • @B0rn2succeed
    @B0rn2succeed 5 месяцев назад

    totally I understand you mate, I have this same car and I can't imagine not having it, I want to keep forever.

  • @jamescheevers3192
    @jamescheevers3192 5 месяцев назад

    Other folk will say it’s just a car?! But they don’t understand. This is an iconic piece of history of the car world….Amazing!

  • @marcusvivash5841
    @marcusvivash5841 Месяц назад

    Mate I totally agree waited 10 years to get one finally got an 09 plate blue one and love it

  • @FordPerformanceManiac
    @FordPerformanceManiac 5 месяцев назад

    We have the same feeling and thoughts.Being loving it since 2009 and only could laid my hands on one last year. Low mileage , perfect condition definitely a keeper. Wish i could afford 1 more in order to had 1 to use and 1 to stare .

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Awesome! Use it and in between car. Staring over the winter, driving over the summer 👌🏻

  • @monty6545
    @monty6545 5 месяцев назад

    Hi Gary , i think you summed it up perfectly mate and you have a great example sitting there in your garage . I sold my MR375 a year ago to buy an A35 but at some point in time , the RS will be calling my name again . CheeRS .

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Haha if you ended up with another that would be cool 😁 Hopefully you’re enjoying your A45 👌🏻

  • @steerj07
    @steerj07 5 месяцев назад +1

    Every word, bang on. It's why we do it. There will NEVER be a video like this on an electric car.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +2

      Like how the battery is fried and it won’t run as the software is out of date 🙈

  • @matthewlumley4235
    @matthewlumley4235 5 месяцев назад

    Would absolutely love a example like yours. Much rhe same as some other comments here.
    fully get your sentiment. I've only a white st225, Had it for over 12years and not sure I'd ever let it go. A lot see these just a tarted up 'focus', but personally love that they are probably one of the last raw, old school fast fords before electronic gizmos started to take over.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      I do love an ST in white. Quite rare now too! They most certainly are the last of their kind mate, that’s why we have to embrace them and enjoy them when we can 😊

  • @simoneksimonkiewicz9394
    @simoneksimonkiewicz9394 5 месяцев назад

    this car is an icon, this car is Your youth :)that's why you love them so much. I have ST mk2, best regards

  • @MalcolmKerr1963
    @MalcolmKerr1963 5 месяцев назад

    I totally get it mate , my best mate had an escort cosworth from brand new 1992 and it gutted him to sell it 4 years later to get married lol altho he never lost a penny he sold it 4 years old for what he paid for it. Going back further my uncle had an escort Mexico in 1970 best car he ever drove he says his bless him sometimes it’s all about the connection with the car and how much of a smile it puts on your face

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      At least your mate with the Cossie can say he owned and got to experience one 😊👌🏻

  • @Sttratt
    @Sttratt 5 месяцев назад

    The T6 yes yes yes ,the memories with the family would forever be amazing .porsche will depreciate but this RS I doubt it will !

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      I’d love one mate - big bucks though!

  • @steinarsrem9854
    @steinarsrem9854 26 дней назад

    I have started looking for one of this MK2 RS version. Love it!

  • @braamkotze473
    @braamkotze473 5 месяцев назад

    It's sad you didn't take us for a spin, but I'm glad to hear you still love this beautiful machine. Still working on my dream to own one myself one day.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Fingers crossed for you!

  • @tornado1598
    @tornado1598 5 месяцев назад

    I think we all understand mate, hope you have many years of motoring with her and what a beauty she is. Stunning motor.

  • @markb68
    @markb68 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hello mate as a petrolhead and a long time Ford fan I’m totally with you. Those who own or have owned one and experienced the 5 pot know there’s nothing like them. To those who haven’t take one look at it or be lucky enough to see one in the flesh and you’ll know where we’re all coming from. Don’t ever sell it mate. It’s a legend. 👌🏻👍🏻

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Totally mate. I know there are better, faster cars out there - but for me personally, nothing can compare, as it’s about the emotional attachment I have with it that matters the most 😊

    • @markb68
      @markb68 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@CarFocused you’re absolutely spot on there mate and you’ve also summed up why I follow the channel. When a car has that certain something you form an emotional attachment to it which a lot of people especially non petrol heads (the poor souls!) just can’t understand. It’s the same with me and my ST180 which I’ve had 8 years now and will never sell. As another comment mentions there’s a quality and a feel quite a lot of fast Fords have which non Ford fans don’t understand until they actually get in and drive one. 👍🏻

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      @@markb68the little Fiesta is a great car. Loved mine - there’s isn’t a more fun car for the money that’s for sure!

  • @Jazzyjay-eu6ow
    @Jazzyjay-eu6ow 5 месяцев назад

    Nothing wrong with this video, just coming into the time of year where you get to drive this again and get the feelings back of why you love the car. Possibly the best one out of the Focus RS’s, great looking and great engine. Love the way you’re keeping it OEM+ and freshening up parts that are a bit shabby. Keep enjoying Gary 👍🏻

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you - every time I drive it I smile from ear to ear 😃

  • @tomreid1746
    @tomreid1746 5 месяцев назад

    Brilliant video! I've only owned a stage 1 MK2 ST and I still really want to own the MK2 RS. The noise alone wins in for me.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      They are pukka mate. Ford nailed it chucking the Volvo lump in 😁👌🏻

  • @valterRS
    @valterRS 5 месяцев назад

    Gary i feel just like you my friend i don’t think i could ever sell mine i recently sold my Fiesta ST180 daily and bought an M2 Comp and i still feel the same , i remember watching it back in top gear and thinking just wow ! What a car ! Even just seeing sat there in your garage looks awesome.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Hello mate - didn’t know you had an M2C - love those, congrats! Glad you still have the Mk2, be sad if you let it go! Hope you and your family are keeping well 😊

  • @FitzyST
    @FitzyST 5 месяцев назад

    6 months into ownership of my dream car (UG RS) and I love every bit of it!! A lot of little niggly bits but certainly a keeper! I can resonate with everything. Not an easy car to own & run in Ireland, at €44k purchase & €1250 annual tax, but worth it!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Yes they do need a little TLC now and there are a lot of common niggles that are easily sorted - but they are such good cars aren’t they 😊

  • @jimmyjt16
    @jimmyjt16 5 месяцев назад +1

    I’m same Gary. I don’t think I’ll ever sell mine, although I do find myself sometimes looking at Porsche’s and M cars on auto trader , but always see sense in the end.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      That’s good to hear, I think there will always be regret in the end!

  • @carlomahony3016
    @carlomahony3016 5 дней назад

    Totally get it would absolutely love one .love the channel

  • @BruceT
    @BruceT 5 месяцев назад

    I’m the same as you mate, always wanted one when they first came out and there’s not really anything else I’d want in it’s place. Currently an MR375 but taking it on the first run of the year down to Sabre for stage 3 soon.👌

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Ah nice mate. Sabre is meant to be wicked. I’ll be MR375 this summer finally!

  • @jeffg1961
    @jeffg1961 5 месяцев назад

    I've had mine since 2010 and feel exactly the same. White, MP350 and 25k miles. Love it.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      That’s good going mate! Don’t let it go!

  • @johnmelling9950
    @johnmelling9950 5 месяцев назад

    I always wanted a series 1 RS turbo. The white MK2 Focus RS reminds me of a more modern RS turbo. Ive had mine just over 2 years and whilst i hardly use it, theres something special and exciting about owning an RS. Sometimes i think about selling it but then i look at it and fall back in love. Mines been parked up since November but im looking at taxing it again start of May if the weather comes decent. They are so much fun to drive.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Yes mate be sure to get a few miles on it this summer - get that big smile on your face 😊 The RS effect I call it 😉

  • @robertmadgwick8060
    @robertmadgwick8060 5 месяцев назад

    I used to have a focus st..now a have a corsa vxr and I love it..however as much as I do am hoping that maybe I the next year a will be able to get my dream car..MK2 FOCUS RS..you should never get rid of it Gary you will regret it the rest of ur days mate..ave watched all ur videos and you love ur RS no wonder mate because its absolutely stunning..look forward to your next video pal..

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you mate! I hope you manage to get one for yourself 😊 They are special motors 😃

  • @paulmcdougal-fc8qp
    @paulmcdougal-fc8qp 5 месяцев назад

    Yes absolutely agree mate, you’ve done a good job putting words to it, i keep trying and failing 😅 but petrolheads will understand

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Haha it’s hard to put it into words isn’t it. I didn’t even plan to make this video I just turned the camera on and started babbling!lol

  • @graemedavison7309
    @graemedavison7309 5 месяцев назад

    That’s the same feel I get with my beat up old mgtf160. Plus it’s a hassle selling and buying isn’t it so long may the love last.

  • @paulhussey4648
    @paulhussey4648 5 месяцев назад

    I was close to selling my UG 420 Clubsport last month for a Gen 1 R8 V10 manual coupe but I didn’t connect with the R8 and couldn’t wait to get back in the RS.
    That’s me done now I echo your passion in this video those that know know!
    Last of the old school 3 door hot hatches.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Oooo don’t let that bad boy go! 420 Clubsport is an animal 😉👊🏻

    • @paulhussey4648
      @paulhussey4648 5 месяцев назад

      This is my second MK2 RS my first one I had for 5 years and currently had the 420 Clubsport for over 3 years now the car is an absolute beast and love it currently on 15k miles it’s still like new.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      @@paulhussey4648 I’ll do you a straight swap 😂🙈

    • @paulhussey4648
      @paulhussey4648 5 месяцев назад

      @@CarFocused 😂

  • @offbeatwarble
    @offbeatwarble 5 месяцев назад +1

    These 5 pots are the end of an era, cannot beat a B-road blast home on full boost, new drivers now will likely never get to experience something like these new. Had the ST version for 17 years from new.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Blimey 17 years is great going. Well done mate. One to keep forever now surely 😊

  • @alanfarrell2889
    @alanfarrell2889 5 месяцев назад

    Stunning car , best looking Ford since the escort cosworth ! A definite keeper , looks great in white too .

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      They are deffo the last balls out car from Ford in terms of styling and road presence!

  • @derekregan6926
    @derekregan6926 5 месяцев назад

    Very special cars... I have a magnetic attraction to them despite never actually being able to afford one.. only ever been in one and was an ultimate experience.. epic cars, truly exceptional

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      This was exactly me until I finally managed to get one of my own. Very special day!😊

  • @robc9136
    @robc9136 5 месяцев назад

    When people ask about about my mk2 I always say something aloing the lines of. Its not a great car, its not the best handling, but at the same time its absolutely brilliant, the sound, the way it looks and feels. Such a unique car.
    I belong to a driving club in Australia and last time I took the mk2 for something different. The attention my UG got even amongst AMG's, M Cars and the like says it all. Its a pretty rare thing over here too, Ford only imported 315. Wont be selling mine.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Hit the nail on the head! With it being super rare in Aus that’s even more reason not to let it go 😊

  • @MrHammoreds
    @MrHammoreds 5 месяцев назад

    Great video. Quite touching actually. I have owned my Mustang for the same amount of time (4 years) and feel the same way as you do about your beautiful car. If I was you I wouldn't even 'swap' that RS for a Porsche let alone use it as a down-payment. All a matter of taste I know, but I feel that your's has way more character than a Porsche - I bet it gets you more attention from petrol heads too!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      It would be crazy thinking about it to sell the car and use all the money just for a deposit - on a car that I’d probably have no emotional attachment to like I do with my RS! I think it’ll be with me for many years to come 😊 Glad you’re still enjoying you Mustang 👌🏻👌🏻

  • @timjoyce343
    @timjoyce343 5 месяцев назад

    I agree with everything you’re saying mate. My dream car is a white MK2 RS but I know with my MK2 ST225 I just know I’ll never ever ever sell it.. there’s something about them that I don’t get with other cars. People just say it’s focus but they just don’t understand like us MK2 owners know.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      It’s always more than just a Focus 🙌🏼

  • @AdamIanBarnett
    @AdamIanBarnett 5 месяцев назад +1

    Love it mate, I think you know why I love THAT car - so many fond stories and memories with it! Great video, made me smile 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks mate - I actually think it’s really cool that I speak to you now and got to know more about its history. And it’s good for you to see how it’s getting on too 😊

    • @AdamIanBarnett
      @AdamIanBarnett 5 месяцев назад

      @@CarFocused 100% mate love to see your videos on it!

  • @patsharpmk2
    @patsharpmk2 5 месяцев назад

    I don't blame you mate she's a beauty. New cars are becoming boring and expensive, main reason I've decided to hang on to my mk8 Fiesta ST.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Exactly. Literally nothing new and affordable that interests me!

  • @Richie_RS
    @Richie_RS 5 месяцев назад

    Hi mate. Now the weathers getting better can only mean one thing, back to watching your RS videos 🤣.
    First time i saw one close up years ago was in frozen white parked up with 2 cops sat in it. Not what you would expect to be a police car 😮.
    Fell in love with it there and then.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Haha not a bad Police car that’s for sure 😁 Hopefully get this bloody thing fully MR375 this summer 😂

  • @Saavvvv
    @Saavvvv 5 месяцев назад

    It's mad you've had it this long... Definitely nicer than your mk3 was!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      I know mate it’ll be 5 years in Sep!!

  • @malkummog
    @malkummog 5 месяцев назад

    😂😂😂 it’s just an old Ford Focus!!
    😮 But I know exactly what you mean in every part of the video, it could be me saying the same things 😂
    Had mine 10 years now, selling has never crossed my mind, so strange!
    Mines under a cover in the garage October till end of March, when I take the cover off in April it’s WOW!! So good to see it again 🥰
    58,000 mile Ultimate Green
    The smell! I remember poking my head in one at Ford Fair couple of years ago, it smelt like mine! They must have their own unique smell 😋

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Haha! Sounds like we are exactly the same in our mindset 😊👌🏻

  • @hemalst9611
    @hemalst9611 5 месяцев назад

    Great video mate , I fully understand exactly how you feel and it was like watching another version of me 😂 I'm the same with the ST version of this generation. I knew from the day I saw and heard these cars that it was something special and that still holds true today had mine 12 years and its cared for to extreme levels. 5 pot isn't something you hear these days and Audi isn't the same the Volvo soundtrack will go down in motoring history as one of the best sounding engines 🤝

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      It’s so nice to hear from other owners like yourself, who are equally as passionate and also who have owned their cars for all those years. 12 years is epic, must be like a part of the family now 😊

  • @andrewhowe2786
    @andrewhowe2786 5 месяцев назад

    Definitely the best focus rs one of my dream cars hopefully one day

  • @keithstapleton7805
    @keithstapleton7805 5 месяцев назад +1

    Well you know I feel the same about mine mate, it may have helped you over the line to get yours? It gets better with age and fresh V Power in its belly. I would say changing the stereo to a Pioneer unit with car play/android auto finishes it off. I can’t argue the GT4 is an awesome car, but I’m not a Porsche wanker and that’s enough to put me off them.

  • @chrisryanst
    @chrisryanst 5 месяцев назад +1

    You do get a bond with an RS and mine was instant.
    Heard a dealer near me had just taken delivery of some and instantly booked a test drive.
    Id seen lots of pics of the car but when when i saw it in the flesh, it was a done deal, so debt card out and done the deal , worst agonising wait of 7 months for delivery 😂

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Haha I can imagine! But delivery day is like Christmas Day as a kid 😁

  • @Thejoker-zg1gk
    @Thejoker-zg1gk 5 месяцев назад

    Well I can’t afford an RS but my wife & me have always wanted an orange ST so hopefully this year we will add one to collection 🤞🏻👌🏻😜

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Hopefully you make it happen dude!🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

    • @Thejoker-zg1gk
      @Thejoker-zg1gk 5 месяцев назад

      @@CarFocused it will my wife wants it more than me lol 😂

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@Thejoker-zg1gk well that’s a good sign haha!

  • @Johnmk2RS
    @Johnmk2RS 5 месяцев назад

    Well said, I definitely feel te same!

  • @ryanmcnaughton8966
    @ryanmcnaughton8966 5 месяцев назад

    Love that video I have my RS ultimate green nothing comes close very special car

  • @richarddadds698
    @richarddadds698 5 месяцев назад

    I feel exactly the same, still love my ultimate green rs

  • @moonchild666
    @moonchild666 5 месяцев назад

    How something is appreciated when you have to wait and work towards a dream, rather than it being handed it to you on a plate.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Totally! Took me 37 years to finally have a car fully paid for 😊 Nothing has come for free for me.

  • @grantmail4112
    @grantmail4112 5 месяцев назад +1

    It's hard to believe how these are now old skool cars.. we'll all be pensioners hooning around the streets in no time at this rate... 😆 enjoy it and remember every day like it was the last!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Haha yes OAP me cruising around in my RS sounds perfect 😊👌🏻 It is mad how quickly time goes though 😢

  • @danielspencer5732
    @danielspencer5732 5 месяцев назад

    I think it’s one of the best looking hot hatches about still now, they are great cars

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      They do still look amazing on the road I think, and always will 😊

  • @CHUNKYLOZZA
    @CHUNKYLOZZA 5 месяцев назад

    Fully understand where you are. coming from mate. Pleased you made this video.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      That’s because you’re a fellow petrolhead 😊

  • @carlchafer4795
    @carlchafer4795 5 месяцев назад

    My Mk2 was a life is to short purchase.Had for 6 years and i can relate to that interior smell.Always talk about selling but a simple drive kicks that into touch.😂 I love this car....but for a completely different reason I really love my Sapphire Cosworth still after 28 years together.😂 The 2 cars are worlds apart but I feel very privileged to own both.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Mate 28 years is amazing! You’ll be buried in that surely?!😂 Hopefully I’ll be the same with my RS in years to come, and after that my son can enjoy it 😊

    • @carlchafer4795
      @carlchafer4795 5 месяцев назад

      @@CarFocused The Saff will go to my boy but until that time he likes to drive the Focus the odd time when I let him...strange that he doesn't get as many miles to the gallon.🤣 even less than he gets from his i30n..🤣

  • @invisible1955
    @invisible1955 5 месяцев назад

    I don't own a Mk2 RS, but if I was fortunate enough to do so, I wouldn't want to part with it either!

  • @jasonsheeley7221
    @jasonsheeley7221 5 месяцев назад

    Today's cars do nothing for me personally. They all look the same with to much tech. Ford have always been great at producing hot hatches, yes their build quality may not be the best but for me the buzz they give makes up for it. I had an RS Turbo back in 90s, then came family etc so family cars came along. Never lost my love for fast Fords so got a ST now, ok not an RS but for a daily driver I love it and have no plans to sell. It's such a shame these cars are being fazed out for environmental reasons so hold on to them, cherish them and enjoy them. Great channel really enjyour posts.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks mate! ST’s are better daily drivers than the RS - certainly in terms of the Mk2. I had a Mk2 ST a couple of years back and found it very comfy, and easy to live with 😊

    • @jasonsheeley7221
      @jasonsheeley7221 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@CarFocused yes watched that video, I always wanted to drive a 5 pot, I got the Ecoboost, love it but feel the 5 pot may be the one for future investment.

  • @spmotorsport
    @spmotorsport 5 месяцев назад

    Was never able to get one when they first came out and looked at a blue one then had a “test drive” which was in reality a ride along cause a dealer wouldn’t let me drive it (was 28 mind you lol) then went to the mk3 but although a great car just didn’t have the character the mk2 has and finally got me a white one last year and now learning its traits and limits on street/track and really liking it so far

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Congrats dude. Great you finally managed to get one!😃

  • @powellj27
    @powellj27 5 месяцев назад

    Know how you feel, this is why I still have my mk3 RS and I drive it daily. Recently went to sabre tuning too. 😅

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Heard good things about Sabre. Glad you’re enjoying your RS 👌🏻

    • @powellj27
      @powellj27 5 месяцев назад

      Well I was mapped with puma speed and decided to try a custom map and there are definite improvements. So I’m still staying with stage 2 map as if I go further I would need to go down the realms of forging.

  • @blueovalneal
    @blueovalneal 5 месяцев назад +1

    OMG! Get a room! 😂
    What did you do to that poor car after the camera’s went off! 😂😂

  • @simonbrannelly4409
    @simonbrannelly4409 5 месяцев назад

    Found my self in this position of thinking of getting rid of my white RS in the midst of covid..and i did let it go 😮 wasnt to botherd (at first) as i did a deal for a 2013 RS4 Avant..absolute belter of a motor/wife liked it/rapid/proper premium feel but very German but it started to feel very boring comparing it to the RS 😢..so got rid and got a 2007 defender 90 (love this thing) but still missed the RS..so 2 wks ago a nice factory stock PB one came up for sale not too far from me😊 and oh yes she is now mine and going nowhere❤ (still got the defender tho😂)

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Haha what an awesome story mate! Love how you ended back in an RS in the end - you saw the light 😂

  • @blade8768
    @blade8768 5 месяцев назад

    100% get it! If you sell it you would definitely regret it, you can't buy them off the line anymore, you know that car, inside and out, if you was to buy another it could be a lemon, keep it and enjoy.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      That's the plan!😊

  • @carlostheimer6505
    @carlostheimer6505 5 месяцев назад

    Gary I've got a mint st I've had for 8 years I know what your saying not a chance would I sell it she's perfect.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Nothing like them out there anymore mate!

  • @chrisbaxter5041
    @chrisbaxter5041 5 месяцев назад +1

    It's a shame it was never 4 wheel drive I think the added weight would have been worth it I never made it to the dizzy heights of the RS I did however have a immaculate 2011 3 door ST which was amazing

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +4

      I still think AWD would neutralise it too much. I love the drama of the front wheels scrabbling for grip! With up to 375bhp it’s great fun. Over that, AWD would be beneficial for sure 👍🏻

    • @jimmyjt16
      @jimmyjt16 5 месяцев назад

      I hear this a lot and agree with Gary. 4 wheel drive would’ve made it boring. They’re not drag cars, they’re drivers cars. The frill of them scrabbling for grip on you having to physically fight with the steering is what makes them exciting.
      I would’ve have bought mine if they were 4 wheel drive, it’s what put me off the mk3. They’re too safe and dull.

  • @kxpz1375
    @kxpz1375 5 месяцев назад

    I own ST (2009) 2.5 for 2 years now, 5 door, i will never sell it! so much fun, so nice car!

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Nice man! I did really enjoy my 5 door ST. Practical, comfy and fast too 😊

    • @kxpz1375
      @kxpz1375 5 месяцев назад

      @@CarFocused yup, yesterday i changed oil, spark plugs and all filters, feels like brand new :D

    • @Kenny.1979
      @Kenny.1979 5 месяцев назад +1

      Would love one of these. I own a 2017 mk7 Fiesta st. Only 23000 miles on clock, a really fun car that has a bit of a reputation as being a boy racer car. I'm 44 nearly 45 and love driving it.

  • @alandonnelly9788
    @alandonnelly9788 5 месяцев назад

    Well Gary all I can said it's the best FORD they have ever built just wish I had one 😉

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      I feel blessed to own it mate, I really do 😊

  • @harrysamwel3665
    @harrysamwel3665 5 месяцев назад

    Nice car! Looks to be in very good condition. How good the engine, exhaust sound and whatever may be.. I still don’t like the design of this gen.. To be correct, I like most of the design but not from the rear. To me it feels like something is missing on the side under the rear lights. As if someone removed the rear lights. Make the car look odd. But I guess some like the odd look 😁

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks! Yes it was the style at the time with the tail lights being higher up on the rear. Started with the Mk1 Focus 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Birmingham_racing
    @Birmingham_racing 5 месяцев назад

    I remember how happy I was when you sold the mk3 for this. Mk3 may be a better car on paper but the looks and sound of the mk2 make it special. I know I don't need to tell you this but don't ever sell it

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      You know this 👌🏻

  • @Kissmyapex
    @Kissmyapex 5 месяцев назад

    That rear bumper is out of line, that would drive me crazy, nice car though.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Haha been like that since I bought it. Just Ford fitment 😂

  • @carnagejon
    @carnagejon 5 месяцев назад

    Have a focus st mk3,5
    My first sport car. Can t let it go...
    Just bought a focus RS MK2 to go with it 😅😂

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Haha hell of a pair 👌🏻👌🏻

  • @jonah406
    @jonah406 5 месяцев назад +1

    Would take my MK3 over a Porsche any day, just love it

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      The Mk3 RS is a very fun car that’s for sure!

  • @comet30265
    @comet30265 3 месяца назад

    People who can’t understand don’t know cars. They tell little bit about us in some way. I wouldn’t sell an RS either unless it came down to my kids then see you down the road RS.

  • @graemewright2905
    @graemewright2905 5 месяцев назад

    I was close to selling mine a couple of months ago and I've owned it from new but in the end I didn't let it go , not really sure why I didn't 🤔 I don't use it so I thought it was time but I've still got it sitting in the garage 😂

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Maybe try and use it more over the summer mate. Be a shame not to!

  • @Mattious
    @Mattious 5 месяцев назад

    I honestly couldn’t say it better myself, next time someone asks me why I’ve kept the car so long I’m going to send them this video. 👌🏻

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Appreciate that dude. Hope you’re well 👊🏻

  • @robsx4280
    @robsx4280 5 месяцев назад

    I'd keep it I feel the same about my mk2 Leon FR 55k. Had it from new in 2008 and its pretty immaculate and a great car.....its no RS but its a quick car I am also lucky enough to have a 718. That will be gone before the Leon😅

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      That’s not a bad combo at all mate! And 16 years of ownership is admirable!👌🏻

  • @shaunsnyman5107
    @shaunsnyman5107 3 месяца назад

    Im 43 i have a jeep wrangler and a mk2 st, the st just is part of me

  • @leewilliams9158
    @leewilliams9158 5 месяцев назад

    Gary don’t ever sell this car you will regret it for the rest of your life. You will never stop thinking about it and only Petrolheads will understand this you get a relationship with the car and a bond that no one will understand where we are coming from. 👌

  • @vedelcarby773
    @vedelcarby773 5 месяцев назад

    Great video

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @weirdobagins8948
    @weirdobagins8948 5 месяцев назад

    Same boat here pal got a garage queen owned 10 years lux 1 an 2 blue 8000 mile only
    Been looking at a 911 gt3

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Keep hold of that! One to treasure for many years 😊 Summer will soon be here, get her out and spoil her 👌🏻

  • @ianmackenzie3804
    @ianmackenzie3804 5 месяцев назад

    Simple, got to drive one to understand what it’s all about

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      You know this 👊🏻

  • @parmisiful17
    @parmisiful17 5 месяцев назад

    That would be like selling bitcoin for fiat money mate! That would be crazy. The RS ist something you have definitely to hold! I feel you mate! So keep it at home and be happy! ❤

  • @Thejoker-zg1gk
    @Thejoker-zg1gk 5 месяцев назад

    5 pot baby 👌🏻😜

  • @livibam
    @livibam 5 месяцев назад

    Camper van for the win fella

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Haha one day 😁

  • @garymorris801
    @garymorris801 5 месяцев назад

    Very nice

  • @SteezyG
    @SteezyG 5 месяцев назад

    Transporters are overrated imo. Grab an old caddy maxi and spend a few grand on servicing, windows in the back, a three seat row and youll be quids in with 90% of the fun.

  • @JamesEvans-uh7nu
    @JamesEvans-uh7nu 5 месяцев назад

    I know what you mean I’ve got the same one on 54 k I love her to bits such a special car hold on as you will regret it one day

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

  • @robertyates6913
    @robertyates6913 5 месяцев назад

    Everything about this video is exactly how I feel about mine. Plus I've had mine since new, so it's kinda like my virgin bride. We'll never get divorced.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Ah mage that’s great. To be able to know every single bit of history of the car is just so reassuring too!

  • @chrisbaxter5041
    @chrisbaxter5041 5 месяцев назад

    It's definitely in a different class to the mk3 it's probably as good as money in the bank

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Money in the bank that you can jump in and enjoy 😊

  • @craigdavies9500
    @craigdavies9500 5 месяцев назад

    Sadly, I'm selling mine, Purely because it's getting a bashing on our horrific roads on a daily basis.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Sad times man 😢 But at least you can say you’ve been there!

  • @leespeirs7949
    @leespeirs7949 5 месяцев назад

    I wood love to own a mk2 rs just got the mk 2 st and wood never sell it are u going to the Isle of wight tack over next month

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      Mk2 ST is a lovely car mate - I had 2 and loved them both 😊 Unlikely I’ll be at Isle of white mate 😢

  • @andrewmarriott4033
    @andrewmarriott4033 5 месяцев назад

    Looks like getting rid of the seat for a camper then 🤔do you still have that Audi? But something special about mk2 focus’s even the lower end models

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      I’ve been looking at replacing the Cupra but finance is crap these days so I’m kind of stuck with it for a while! The Campers look epic though! We sold the Audi a while back and got a new Toyota Corolla Excel Touring Sports.

    • @michaelb9664
      @michaelb9664 5 месяцев назад

      ⁠​⁠​⁠@@CarFocusedwhat do you think of the Toyota? I’m considering a Corolla Tourer to replace my Focus 1.5 182 Titanium X estate. Is the Corolla a boring drive because my Focus isn’t bad for what it is?
      Debating 2.0 Excel or GR Sport.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад

      @@michaelb9664hi mate I did a full review on ours - check my videos 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @philfg1
    @philfg1 4 месяца назад

    Ive got my rs up for sale for a t6.1

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  4 месяца назад

      I do love the campers mate they are wicked.

  • @micklawrence2630
    @micklawrence2630 5 месяцев назад

    👏👏👏👍🏼

  • @loganamir
    @loganamir 5 месяцев назад

    What about a Puma ST?

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Good cars but wouldn’t want to own one really. Certainly wouldn’t swap the RS for one!

  • @Glenn1503..
    @Glenn1503.. 5 месяцев назад

    I get attached to all my cars. Ive had my saph cossie for 16 years,even the mrs say its part of the family. You go on about VW T6... T5s what ever. We are all different and have different taste but i dont see what all the hype with them us about. I think Ford Transits drive better and handle better hands down.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      Hey mate yea I know how much you love your Saph 😊 She’s a beauty to be fair!

    • @Glenn1503..
      @Glenn1503.. 5 месяцев назад

      @CarFocused she's not bad. There are better examples out there but I like to use mine and I'm not scared to use it. Well apart from when the weather is rubbish.

    • @CarFocused
      @CarFocused  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@Glenn1503.. same here mate. It’s striking that fine balance of enjoyment and preservation 👍🏻