PeterJMC Posted January 3, 2012 Share Posted January 3, 2012 I was browsing through the Ford page and came across the Focus ST page. I think it looks pretty awesome! The Focus has come a long way. 2.0L 250hp ecoBoost http://www.ford.com/cars/focus/focusst/ Ford is really stepping up their game in visual appeal of their cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uberwagon Posted January 3, 2012 Share Posted January 3, 2012 niiiice !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolksey85 Posted January 3, 2012 Share Posted January 3, 2012 Pretty sweet! Let's hope it doesn't bring the dildo stigmata with it that the SRT-4 did, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGT For ME Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Looks nice, now if it only came with some type of AWD system.... But I do love the idea of getting a DI 2.0T, similar power but better MPG, win win in my book. Oh yeah and the new STI's/EVO's are in $30k + range and the Focus would be in the $25k range helps as well. I say drop the 3.5 ecoboost into a AWD focus or revised Fusion....money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmanaenk Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Would be nice if it had an LSD up front. 666 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRoc7822 Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 I like everything but the color. Maybe it will grow on me. But I've heard thats the only color available for it. But for the price... you can get a Mazdaspeed 3 for prolly a lil bit cheaper. Or a 08/09 Speed 3 for alot cheaper. I just have a feeling this will go the way the SVT did back in the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShrinerMonkey Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 I like everything but the color. Maybe it will grow on me. But I've heard thats the only color available for it. But for the price... you can get a Mazdaspeed 3 for prolly a lil bit cheaper. Or a 08/09 Speed 3 for alot cheaper. I just have a feeling this will go the way the SVT did back in the day. The Focus interior will be far superior to the Mazdaspeed3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psi365 Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 I like everything but the color. Maybe it will grow on me. But I've heard thats the only color available for it. They take a page out of Subie's book about special models in only one color? I thought Ford was going to do an ELD and basically use abs as a locker. The race version is an interesting idea. Buy one that is already gutted and ready to race. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 About time we get the nice stuff the European market gets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 I drove a 2008 model with the Volvo 2.5 liter 5cyl motor. Really nice engine. Horrible torque-steer... Hope this one is better. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sactojesse Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Looks like the GTI and MS3 will have some company in the FWD turbo hot-hatch class. Let's hope it doesn't bring the dildo stigmata with it that the SRT-4 did, though. I trust you meant "stigma," not "stigmata." Stigmata are the marks of crucifixion, although I'm not sure what that has to do with dildoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gearboy Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 My wife just bought a 2012 SE with the sport package. Quite impressive. http://www.autoblog.com/2010/10/25/ford-offering-sport-packages-for-2012-focus-se-titanium/ It's a lot of fun to drive, even without the turbo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdisco Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 http://www.fpv.com.au/ ^ Still waiting for Ford to bring some of these bad boys over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssbtech Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Ford is really stepping up their game in visual appeal of their cars. It's amazing what you can do when you hire a couple of competent designers and do a little innovating instead of lobby government for bailout money... Now, what would you rather drive? A Sanitary Towel or a Sexualiiy Transmitted infection? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolksey85 Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 I trust you meant "stigma," not "stigmata." Stigmata are the marks of crucifixion, although I'm not sure what that has to do with dildoes. *Insert face palm* You are 100% correct. But SRT-4's still are associated with dildos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 Looks nice, now if it only came with some type of AWD system.... But I do love the idea of getting a DI 2.0T, similar power but better MPG, win win in my book. Oh yeah and the new STI's/EVO's are in $30k + range and the Focus would be in the $25k range helps as well. I say drop the 3.5 ecoboost into a AWD focus or revised Fusion....money Too bad no AWD. FWD with 247hp/250tq has got to be a lot of torque steer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Too bad no AWD. FWD with 247hp/250tq has got to be a lot of torque steer! Ever driven a turbo Civic? Not quite as scary but still a handful in the rain. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carguyco Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Actually SRT-4s are generally associated with fake dildos i.e. Dicks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 I saw that Ford retired the Focus RS: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/hatchbacks/1009_2012_ford_focus_st_revealed/viewall.html And it looks like they aren't selling the ST in Europe anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRoc7822 Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 The Focus interior will be far superior to the Mazdaspeed3. I actually enjoyed the interior in the Speed 3. Thought the seats were a perfect combo of both comfort and being able to hold you in there when getting crazy. They take a page out of Subie's book about special models in only one color? I thought Ford was going to do an ELD and basically use abs as a locker. The race version is an interesting idea. Buy one that is already gutted and ready to race. I've just never been a fan of the burnt orange color. Any other crazy color would be fine with me lol. I actually like the green on the RS. And to the people that are worried about the torque steer, I got used to the torque steer in the Speed 3 I had. Launching the car was pretty pointless anyways cause they limit boost in 1/2 gear. Wonder if something like this will happen on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psi365 Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 I'm still interested in price. I have only heard rumors of what it will be. For some reason I am very interested in this car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baddog Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I work at a Ford dealership. Been waiting for these to come in and the new GT500's. However I am not too excited about the new Escape that is coming out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGT For ME Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I read somewhere that the ST's price would be around $25k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 9, 2012 Author Share Posted January 9, 2012 I work at a Ford dealership. Been waiting for these to come in and the new GT500's. However I am not too excited about the new Escape that is coming out Why by an Escape when you have the Edge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 Why by an Escape when you have the Edge? Ohh damn I take that back... Look at this 2013 Ford Escape! http://www.ford.com/suvs/escape/2013/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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