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    Its easy to understand why Ford arent bringing the RS downunder.

    Such a beast would impact on XR6/XR8 turbo sales for sure, and if handled correctly, they would probably pi$$ on many a turbo Falcon too!

    Just for the record, Ford Australia are a bunch of Fk heads

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    Apologies, the above video is of Jason Plato, not Tiff as previously thought

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    I like its HP and torque figures but just cant get past the crappy interior to say I would trade it for the MPS.

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    You heard the man....

    Do yourself a favour... buy in BLUE

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    NO NO NO get it in GREEN!!!!!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wardski View Post
    Its easy to understand why Ford arent bringing the RS downunder.

    Such a beast would impact on XR6/XR8 turbo sales for sure, and if handled correctly, they would probably pi$$ on many a turbo Falcon too!

    Just for the record, Ford Australia are a bunch of Fk heads
    Only the car orientated market though, most bogans will knock it because its still FWD. And not to mention the family market that would still prefer a larger sedan to haul the family around.
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    its good that the brake is close to the throttle

    you still dont have to move you left foot that far to apply the brakes and accel at the same time and heel toeing is much easier for the footly challenged..........nemesis?

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    [YOUTUBE]ZreVyqG6wz8[/YOUTUBE]

    Autoexpress Video

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    Yup that looks like a nice drivers car, and the seats look very comfy. The rest of the interior is still bleh which is a big thing for me. The rear spoiler looks a bit funny too, other than that it sounds like a nice little beast. Clearly need to see an RS vs MPS3 drag.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MPSMatt View Post
    Yup that looks like a nice drivers car, and the seats look very comfy. The rest of the interior is still bleh which is a big thing for me. The rear spoiler looks a bit funny too, other than that it sounds like a nice little beast. Clearly need to see an RS vs MPS3 drag.
    I dont think there would be a contest... Mazda would be sitting at the start (with engine stop technology) and on the get-go, the RS would be goneski............

    Mind you, on a price to price comparrison, the MPS would be "smiling" all the way to the bank for sure...

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    Quote Originally Posted by MPSMatt View Post
    Yup that looks like a nice drivers car, and the seats look very comfy. The rest of the interior is still bleh which is a big thing for me. The rear spoiler looks a bit funny too, other than that it sounds like a nice little beast. Clearly need to see an RS vs MPS3 drag.
    RS is quicker around Nurbs
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    2009 Focus RS Brochure

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    Quote Originally Posted by armthehomeless View Post
    You know the MPS is made up of Ford parts right?
    it is!! u lift open your fuse box ans look on the under side of the plastic, the words ford motor company scream at you!! i was like....o!! hahah
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    Ford Focus RS

    The wait is over, the new Focus RS is here, and Auto Express has already put it through its paces!


    Text: Chris Thorp / Photos: Matt Vosper
    February 2009

    Following in the tracks of legends like the whale-tail Sierra Cosworth of the Eighties and the famous Escort Cossie of the Nineties, the new Focus RS has some ground to make up if it is to be accepted as an all-time fast Ford great.
    The Mk1 Focus RS is fondly remembered, yet its wayward torque steering handling took the shine off the driving experience.

    At first glance, it’s clear Ford has not held anything back with its latest high performance model. From the deep gloss black front splitter at the front to the swollen wheel arches at the sides and the huge tailgate roof spoiler, this Focus screams RS from every panel. And that theme continues when you start the engine…

    A heavily re-engineered version of the ST’s powerplant, the five-cylinder unit settles to a subdued idle. However, once on the move it sounds like it’s tearing its way through the air, whooshing and popping as it delivers devastating pace.

    Ford claims a 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds, and we have no reason to doubt it. The engine’s full torque isn’t available in first gear, but once you slot the gearbox into second the instant thrust continues right up to the extended 7,050rpm redline. Grab the next ratio and the onslaught of acceleration continues.

    But surely with all this torque going through the front tyres, the wheels couldn’t possibly cope with cornering, too? On smooth, dry tarmac at least, they can. Ford has developed a clever new suspension set-up called RevoKnuckle, which aims to rid the Focus of a writhing steering wheel under full throttle acceleration.

    Apply the power when cornering and it’s clear the technology really works. Where the Focus ST would push wide, the RS grips and goes with the efficiency of a true supercar. While the meaty steering keeps you informed with what’s going on, there’s none of the playful handling traits of a hot hatch. Instead, Ford has created a true high performance model with both road and track pace that few cars will be able to match.

    Our test route on the challenging mountain roads above Nice in France were perfect for showing off the Focus’s amazing performance…but did its fuel economy no favours. By the end of the day the trip read-out told us we had averaged 14mpg! That’s what we’d expect from a supercar, and less than half the official 30mpg combined figure.

    While you’ll have to set aside huge sums for fuel and insurance, the Ford’s list price is less imposing. At £24,995, the RS seems pricey for a Focus, but this is no modified hatchback, it’s a tremendous performance machine.

    The RS legend lives on!
    Source: Autoexpress

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr Nasa View Post
    it is!! u lift open your fuse box ans look on the under side of the plastic, the words ford motor company scream at you!! i was like....o!! hahah
    The MPS is probably more Ford than the XR5...

    My car is full of Volvo bits

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wardski View Post
    I dont think there would be a contest... Mazda would be sitting at the start (with engine stop technology) and on the get-go, the RS would be goneski............

    Mind you, on a price to price comparrison, the MPS would be "smiling" all the way to the bank for sure...
    Oh i have no doubt it would destroy it, but i would still be interested to see.

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    so this thing isnt coming to Aus then !!?? thats sucks.. i would do the step sideways i feel if it did....... looks nice as and goes too.. luv it

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    I'm with dotty....had Mazda's for over 25yrs and wont have anything else...

    The Focus does look good but........found on rubbish dump.

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    LoL, and i bet you would use the mentally retarded defence is you ever went to court too

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