jpowell79 0 Posted March 30, 2010 seeing as I get a Ford employee discount, I'm seriously considering putting my order in for one of these!! http://www.focusrs500.com/img/wallpapers/1280x1024/FORDFOCUSRS500_WALLPAPER_1280x1024_09.jpg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin Bacon 5 Posted March 30, 2010 Nice! Any specs? I assume it's a hark back to the 500 Sierra RS Cosworth's homologated for racing? Awesome :D Fast fords are back 8) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matty.vrt 0 Posted March 30, 2010 Thats one smart looking ford wonder what poke its got. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat_McCrotch 0 Posted March 30, 2010 I think I just made a mess :? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jpowell79 0 Posted March 30, 2010 •Strictly limited run of 500 vehicles marks the end of current Focus RS production •Each RS500 will carry a metal plaque on the centre console, hand-engraved with a unique identification number from 001 to 500. •Tuned 350 PS, 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine with 460 Nm of torque provides muscular performance •Technical enhancements improve engine's breathing and combustion •Upgraded powertrain teamed with class-leading chassis to deliver the definitive Focus RS driving experience •Unique matt black 'foil' paint finish •Matching matt balck 19-inch alloy wheels •Premium specification for all vehicles, combining enhanced standard luxury equipment and special RS500 detailing In addition to the comprehensive equipment levels on the standard Focus RS, the RS500 includes the following features as standard: • Dual-zone automatic climate control • Heated windscreen • Rear parking distance sensors • Tyre deflation detection system • Automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers • Auto dimming rear-view mirror • Ford key-free start • Enhanced connectivity with Bluetooth®, voice control and USB port • Sony 6-CD audio system • Recaro sports front seats with partial leather trim The two optional features are touchscreen DVD navigation and audio system, and the full leather Recaro front seats in red. Preliminary performance figures for the Focus RS500 indicate that it achieves 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds, with a top speed of 263 km/h Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 2 Posted March 30, 2010 Jesus.. that's one good looking car. There's a new shape 'normal' Focus RS on a drive up the road and I have to say it has enormous road presence... it's so wide and stern looking. I love it! This takes it to another level though. Heard what these sound like too? Makes me think of a big Audi with that really distinctive 5 cylinder howl... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
big ben 10 Posted March 30, 2010 looks awesome!! i would buy one and use it daily if i had the money, like the RS's (the only ford i haved liked for years) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattnorgrove 0 Posted March 30, 2010 Very nice, FWD or 4x4? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 2 Posted March 30, 2010 Believe it'll still be FWD.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danny B 0 Posted March 30, 2010 ooo errr very nice 8) Love the idea of matt paint but never seems to work on any car I have seen in the flesh ........although it would probably be the bank manager and not the colour that would stop me :norty: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy665 0 Posted March 30, 2010 Apparently the engine is to Mountune 350 spec that has been available virtually since launch. Sure to appreciate in value but hardly subtle is it - not that I'd say no to one. Well done to Ford for being the only big manufacturer to follow Renaults lead and produce politically incorrect "in yer face" models Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattnorgrove 0 Posted March 30, 2010 Well done to Ford for being the only big manufacturer to follow Renaults lead and produce politically incorrect "in yer face" models Yep, if only VW had the same kind of vision, to produce a super quick, mean as fook Scirocco. The wimps! :lol: I know the "R" is coming, but I don't think it'll have anywhere near the kind of presence that thing has. :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Forinor 0 Posted March 30, 2010 VERY nice!!! Go for it, buy it, put a deposit down, get your order in, hand over your cash, take the keys!!! :D That's one mean look bugga! I would love to have one! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ozowen 2 Posted March 30, 2010 Saw a normal RS for the first time yesterday on the A417. It looked lovely and the RS500 just looks so so mean. Yep if I was to leave VAG marquees then I would love to have one of them sat in the driveway. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin Bacon 5 Posted March 30, 2010 •Tuned 350 PS, 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine with 460 Nm of torque provides muscular performance Tasty 8) Yep, if only VW had the same kind of vision, to produce a super quick, mean as fook Scirocco. The wimps! :lol: I know the "R" is coming, but I don't think it'll have anywhere near the kind of presence that thing has. :( I initially thought VAG wouldn't dream of alienating it's John Lewis and Habitat loving customer base with something so crass and in yer face :lol: And then I remembered these monstrosities..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daves16v 1 Posted March 30, 2010 I always thought that Polo was made up by some crazy owner, you mean VW sold it like that :pukeright: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coullstar 0 Posted March 30, 2010 I dont like it, dont know why. Its like it trying too hard. Theres quite a few going about up here but Im not taken by it for some reason but then Ive never been a Ford man. No denying its ability. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Forinor 0 Posted March 30, 2010 Dont like the interior though... Clicky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jpowell79 0 Posted March 30, 2010 I dont like it, dont know why. Its like it trying too hard. Theres quite a few going about up here but Im not taken by it for some reason but then Ive never been a Ford man. No denying its ability. Its funny you should say that, because I've never actually been a big fan of the standard (if you can call it that!) RS, as I really didn't like the flagship "lime green" colour, as I thought it was too loud and in yer face, and screamed "LOOK AT ME!"..... but I find the new RS500's matt black actually changed my opinion, and because it's not as "visually" loud as a lime-green RS, it appeals to me more. It kinda reminds me of a modern day kitt out of knightrider! :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MK1Campaign 0 Posted March 30, 2010 I always thought that Polo was made up by some crazy owner, you mean VW sold it like that :pukeright: Google Polo Harlequin. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin Bacon 5 Posted March 30, 2010 Dont like the interior though... Clicky I quite like it, reminds me of the Integra DC5 interior, which is a great place to be. The seats are near perfection. I'm not sure about the exterior now i've seen those extra shots :? Looks a bit Mad Max. If that came past me I'd expect to see a severed arm on a chain dragging along the road behind it..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iR6 0 Posted March 30, 2010 Apparently on top of the standard RS limited slip it has 'RevoKnuckle front suspension' ?! Anyone know what that revoknuckle is? Sounds like a 'porn move'! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattnorgrove 0 Posted March 30, 2010 :epicfail: :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kempy 0 Posted March 30, 2010 :epicfail: :lol: i seen one of these recently, it had colours in different places, are they all different? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin Bacon 5 Posted March 30, 2010 Apparently on top of the standard RS limited slip it has 'RevoKnuckle front suspension' ?! Anyone know what that revoknuckle is? Sounds like a 'porn move'! google it. It's Ford's attempt at taming torque steer. Renault claim to have invented it first though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
