Focus RS
I thought classic cars (i.e., 25+ year old cars) qualified for Smog Exemption in CA. http://www.carsdirect.com/dmv/do-cla...-in-california
What do you mean by bringing up to spec?
What do you mean by bringing up to spec?
they are federally legal and legal in all states except CA.
legal? yes, because the 1989 Nissan Skyline will be federally legal to import once it’s 25 years old in 2014, but no because vehicles 1975 or newer are subject to direct import laws in California.
1976 or newer, needs to be smogged in California every 2 years.
1975 or newer, must meet Direct Import requirements (FTP testing).
1968 to 1974, exempt from smog but still needs to meet USEPA requirements in effect on the specific date of 11/15/1972.
1967 and older, no smog and no modifications or testing are required to register the vehicle in California.
1) Vehicle over 25 years old: NHTSA- FMVSS exempt
2) Vehicle over 21 years old: EPA exempt in original configuration
3) Vehicle 1968 or newer, registration in California: you are screwed.
1975 or newer, must meet Direct Import requirements (FTP testing).
1968 to 1974, exempt from smog but still needs to meet USEPA requirements in effect on the specific date of 11/15/1972.
1967 and older, no smog and no modifications or testing are required to register the vehicle in California.
1) Vehicle over 25 years old: NHTSA- FMVSS exempt
2) Vehicle over 21 years old: EPA exempt in original configuration
3) Vehicle 1968 or newer, registration in California: you are screwed.
Last edited by kaj; Sep 24, 2015 at 08:45 AM.
liberals are probably the ones responsible. "whaaaaa global warming is caused by emissions". "whaaaaaaa smog is caused by nothing but tail pipe emissions".
it's really tough to enjoy performance vehicles in CA, which is a shame because it's one of the best places to enjoy them.
This, so much.
Looks like there are dealerships taking deposits and guaranteeing sale at MSRP http://www.focusrs.org/forum/11-focu...-markup-2.html
Last edited by nemsin; Sep 24, 2015 at 10:56 AM.
Looks like there are dealerships taking deposits and guaranteeing sale at MSRP http://www.focusrs.org/forum/11-focu...-markup-2.html
Ok in all seriousness, every dealer can not get 2 vehicles, there are over 3k dealers in the US alone and there is no way Ford is making that type of volume for this vehicle at launch
Yes there is a lot of chaff in that thread. But there are some gold nuggets in there too. Like post #17 where Chuck Kramer, GM/Operating Partner at Planet Ford, guarantees sale at MSRP to MidCow3.
At the very least you could call Chuck and try to get the same deal.
At the very least you could call Chuck and try to get the same deal.
Don't know how much truth there is to this...
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...ford-focus-rs/
Weight
The U.S.-market Focus ST weighs 3,223 pounds, according to Ford. The all-wheel-drive system on the RS certainly isn’t that light, and there are other heavy performance bits including additional cooling elements, larger brakes, bigger wheels, etc. The quoted European weight for the Focus RS is 3,370 pounds. We’ll see once we get U.S. numbers and put the Focus RS on the scales but, frankly, 3,370 pounds seems a touch light to me. Volkswagen quotes 3,283 pounds for the Golf R with a six-speed manual (3,340 pounds with the dual-clutch gearbox), but remember that the Golf uses VW’s light MQB platform. The Golf GTI four-door hatchback with the six-speed manual comes in at an impressive 3,030 pounds, nearly 200 pounds lighter than the Focus ST. Subaru says its WRX STI weights 3,386 pounds (or 3,429 pounds for the more luxurious Limited model).
When does it go on sale?
Dealers in the U.S. will have the official order guide for the 2016 Ford Focus RS on October 1 and can start placing orders October 12. Production begins in January 2016, and cars will start arriving in the U.S. by the spring. Just keep in mind that production will be very limited -- I’m hearing similar volume to the Shelby GT350 -- so there will surely be far more demand than supply, at least early on.
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...ford-focus-rs/
Weight
The U.S.-market Focus ST weighs 3,223 pounds, according to Ford. The all-wheel-drive system on the RS certainly isn’t that light, and there are other heavy performance bits including additional cooling elements, larger brakes, bigger wheels, etc. The quoted European weight for the Focus RS is 3,370 pounds. We’ll see once we get U.S. numbers and put the Focus RS on the scales but, frankly, 3,370 pounds seems a touch light to me. Volkswagen quotes 3,283 pounds for the Golf R with a six-speed manual (3,340 pounds with the dual-clutch gearbox), but remember that the Golf uses VW’s light MQB platform. The Golf GTI four-door hatchback with the six-speed manual comes in at an impressive 3,030 pounds, nearly 200 pounds lighter than the Focus ST. Subaru says its WRX STI weights 3,386 pounds (or 3,429 pounds for the more luxurious Limited model).
When does it go on sale?
Dealers in the U.S. will have the official order guide for the 2016 Ford Focus RS on October 1 and can start placing orders October 12. Production begins in January 2016, and cars will start arriving in the U.S. by the spring. Just keep in mind that production will be very limited -- I’m hearing similar volume to the Shelby GT350 -- so there will surely be far more demand than supply, at least early on.
Last edited by ak47po; Sep 25, 2015 at 04:35 PM.
Don't know how truth there is to this...
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...ford-focus-rs/
Weight
The U.S.-market Focus ST weighs 3,223 pounds, according to Ford. The all-wheel-drive system on the RS certainly isn’t that light, and there are other heavy performance bits including additional cooling elements, larger brakes, bigger wheels, etc. The quoted European weight for the Focus RS is 3,370 pounds. We’ll see once we get U.S. numbers and put the Focus RS on the scales but, frankly, 3,370 pounds seems a touch light to me. Volkswagen quotes 3,283 pounds for the Golf R with a six-speed manual (3,340 pounds with the dual-clutch gearbox), but remember that the Golf uses VW’s light MQB platform. The Golf GTI four-door hatchback with the six-speed manual comes in at an impressive 3,030 pounds, nearly 200 pounds lighter than the Focus ST. Subaru says its WRX STI weights 3,386 pounds (or 3,429 pounds for the more luxurious Limited model).
When does it go on sale?
Dealers in the U.S. will have the official order guide for the 2016 Ford Focus RS on October 1 and can start placing orders October 12. Production begins in January 2016, and cars will start arriving in the U.S. by the spring. Just keep in mind that production will be very limited -- I’m hearing similar volume to the Shelby GT350 -- so there will surely be far more demand than supply, at least early on.
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...ford-focus-rs/
Weight
The U.S.-market Focus ST weighs 3,223 pounds, according to Ford. The all-wheel-drive system on the RS certainly isn’t that light, and there are other heavy performance bits including additional cooling elements, larger brakes, bigger wheels, etc. The quoted European weight for the Focus RS is 3,370 pounds. We’ll see once we get U.S. numbers and put the Focus RS on the scales but, frankly, 3,370 pounds seems a touch light to me. Volkswagen quotes 3,283 pounds for the Golf R with a six-speed manual (3,340 pounds with the dual-clutch gearbox), but remember that the Golf uses VW’s light MQB platform. The Golf GTI four-door hatchback with the six-speed manual comes in at an impressive 3,030 pounds, nearly 200 pounds lighter than the Focus ST. Subaru says its WRX STI weights 3,386 pounds (or 3,429 pounds for the more luxurious Limited model).
When does it go on sale?
Dealers in the U.S. will have the official order guide for the 2016 Ford Focus RS on October 1 and can start placing orders October 12. Production begins in January 2016, and cars will start arriving in the U.S. by the spring. Just keep in mind that production will be very limited -- I’m hearing similar volume to the Shelby GT350 -- so there will surely be far more demand than supply, at least early on.
But we will see what happens
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Focus RS: Rebirth of an Icon – Ep 1: Project Kick-Off Featuring Ken Block
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Well, guys, I found some disappointing news, it seems the AWD system for RS isn't that good to me.
What do you guys think?
I had high hope for the car, but now it seems like a down grade to me. I may still consider it, but keep it stock.
The AWD system seems to have system longitivy and environment friendly on top of the priorities.
It doesnot sound like a TRUE AWD.
For anyone who is interested, you can read more here: http://www.focusrs.org/forum/9-focus-rs-discussions/436-interview-gkn-focus-rs-awd-designer-12.html
http://www.fordrsnation.com/threads/442-AWD-Questions?p=3119#post3119
What do you guys think?
I had high hope for the car, but now it seems like a down grade to me. I may still consider it, but keep it stock.
The AWD system seems to have system longitivy and environment friendly on top of the priorities.
It doesnot sound like a TRUE AWD.
For anyone who is interested, you can read more here: http://www.focusrs.org/forum/9-focus-rs-discussions/436-interview-gkn-focus-rs-awd-designer-12.html
http://www.fordrsnation.com/threads/442-AWD-Questions?p=3119#post3119
You can't add any more output to the rear halfshafts if that's what you're asking. Because the torque transfer limitation is a mechanical property of the clutch plates it is not something you can calibrate and change like timing or fuel maps in the engine. The torque transfer to the rear is continuously variable up to its maximum capacity. It's never a fixed ratio, but it is a fixed hardware limitation. So your added power doesn't necessarily go straight to the front wheels. Just because you tuned the engine and added an extra 100Nm of torque doesn't mean that it is instantly all at the front. It still takes some range of RPM before your torque curve exceeds the OEM torque peak. At or below this level the balance of the torque distribution will remain stock-like. It's only when you push beyond this that the car will begin to feel more front-wheel biased as you are now applying additional torque the AWD system can't transfer rearward.
Does that make sense?
Does that make sense?
Last edited by yifuqiao; Oct 3, 2015 at 10:14 AM.