Could be interesting: Focus RS

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Dec 18, 2007 | 01:17 PM

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EvoBroMA

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Originally Posted by SICK SPEED

Another great car we will not see in the US

*sigh*

Dec 18, 2007 | 01:22 PM

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RoBear

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Originally Posted by FastCoEVO

No they wouldnt. Two completely different markets for cars. Most people buying a Mustang want a Mustang. Not a compact with awd and 4 doors.

I can see your point, but I also don't think ford wants anything that will compete with the mustang in it's price range.

Dec 18, 2007 | 07:42 PM

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EvoBroMA

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Originally Posted by RoBear

I can see your point, but I also don't think ford wants anything that will compete with the mustang in it's price range.

sad but true.

Dec 18, 2007 | 07:45 PM

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CGK

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Yup. It will be a long time before the RS makes it to the US.

Dec 19, 2007 | 02:54 AM

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Fishey

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Fail, the 2.5L I5 is a POS...

The Ford RS in review.

S60R gearbox, AWD, Engine block, S80TT setup, focus body.

How and why this is a failure.

1. 2.5L motor is garbage compared to the earlier 2.3L motor
2. Head will not be the same as a S60R
3. AWD system is a weak system for power.
4. TT setup is going to be bad for power.
5. Good thing is the focus body!

Now, How it should have been made..
2.3L block
S60R head
Single Turbo (16g-20g) (KKK27-KKK29)
FWD S40 6speed gearbox W/LSD
Focus Body

Last edited by Fishey; Dec 19, 2007 at 02:59 AM.

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