2016 Focus RS discussion - Page 14

byrrul · 29-07-2016, 06:25 PM

Anyone heard the rumour that they will recalled and the 'drift' mode removed?

Disclaimer, I'm an old fart and probably wouldn't have used it anyway........ Check calendar, no, it's not April 1st.

xrfan · 29-07-2016, 06:35 PM

Removing a feature after purchase? There's this thing called Australian Consumer Law - Did I get what I paid for?

https://www.accc.gov.au/business/tre...lying-to-goods

Mowdit · 02-08-2016, 07:16 PM

Got to say, there isn't much chatter here, on a Ford Forum, about the RS

Being hyped as is has been to be the king of hot hatches

Either not many members have one, or are still waiting

(maybe too busy off driving/enjoying ? )

Michelle 333 · 02-08-2016, 07:28 PM

Me too. I want to read lots of stuff like i did with the ST

Cheech · 03-08-2016, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mowdit

Got to say, there isn't much chatter here, on a Ford Forum, about the RS

Being hyped as is has been to be the king of hot hatches

Either not many members have one, or are still waiting

(maybe too busy off driving/enjoying ? )

In the scheme of things we will probably get a maximum of 600 units over the two year production cycle. So they will still be faiirly short supply.
And yes, we've been busy driving it like its stolen.
If the weathers good the RS will be on display at Fords in the park on Sunday 7/8. Say gday if you're out there.

xrfan · 03-08-2016, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cheech

In the scheme of things we will probably get a maximum of 600 units over the two year production cycle. So they will still be faiirly short supply.
And yes, we've been busy driving it like its stolen.
If the weathers good the RS will be on display at Fords in the park on Sunday 7/8. Say gday if you're out there.

I'll try to come down for a look and say hi in the morning

**PepeLePew** · 03-08-2016, 03:06 PM

Actually thought i saw my first 'on the road' one yesterday black one heading north on Pt Wakefield Rd in Adelaide. But in retrospect looking at the current FoST a fly-by look is tough to pick from the front given the DRL setup is similar and you need time to play spot the badge or cut of the front. (talking 90km/h opposite directions)

Reckon it was a FoST i spotted. I actually love spotting ST's anyway, they're always shmick looking, never standard plates, and some of the colours look excellent. Still a bloody good underrated car.

Martyvan · 04-08-2016, 09:08 PM

Looks like the specials are coming out.....!

http://southsideford.com.au/um12058-...ocus-2016.html

byrrul · 05-08-2016, 10:11 AM

$74,000 drive away! Cripes........

Michelle 333 · 05-08-2016, 10:39 AM

$74000 ! With standard wheels. I have been quoted less than $60k with performance wheels.

**DJM83** · 05-08-2016, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martyvan

Looks like the specials are coming out.....!

http://southsideford.com.au/um12058-...ocus-2016.html

Look at their advert.
Why do business with us?
-we wont be beaten on price

WindsorXR · 05-08-2016, 01:36 PM

That is expensive. Would still be with all the options as well.

**PepeLePew** · 05-08-2016, 06:06 PM

Few dealers playing that game a white one in Stillwell Ford showroom in Adelaide bet it ain't cheap. It's BS when many are STILL waiting for their cars.

On another note i'm a littlish fella at 5'7" and not overly wide and damn those Recaros fit PERFECTLY. And seat too high? What a load of nit picking ballocks, at my height range anyway. Perfect. Comfortable as all buggery too.

**PepeLePew** · 05-08-2016, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michelle 333

$74000 ! With standard wheels. I have been quoted less than $60k with performance wheels.

Yeah they're just trying to catch the 'i want it now' brigade

**DJM83** · 05-08-2016, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PepeLePew

Few dealers playing that game a white one in Stillwell Ford showroom in Adelaide bet it ain't cheap. It's BS when many are STILL waiting for their cars.

On another note i'm a littlish fella at 5'7" and not overly wide and damn those Recaros fit PERFECTLY. And seat too high? What a load of nit picking ballocks, at my height range anyway. Perfect. Comfortable as all buggery too.

Even the ST seats are awesome. I get in any other car and I move around so much I hate it. Drove the missus commodore and I just rolled around in the seat same as dad's bf.

Mowdit · 07-08-2016, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cheech

In the scheme of things we will probably get a maximum of 600 units over the two year production cycle. So they will still be faiirly short supply.
And yes, we've been busy driving it like its stolen.
If the weathers good the RS will be on display at Fords in the park on Sunday 7/8. Say gday if you're out there.

Made it all the way out there
Mrs Cheech was kind enough to start the RS so we could have a listen

She is most definitely full of praise for the RS and clearly loves it

Nice vehicle

Thanks

Cheech · 07-08-2016, 08:21 PM

No worries. Sorry i wasnt there for a few hours - had a hockey game.
Yeah, she loves the car.
If she could fit it into the bedroom she would, and I would be in the garage.

**PepeLePew** · 07-08-2016, 08:59 PM

Wonder if the Mountune upgrades are close for Aus. While not the best in ultimate power at least a step up with warranty.

There was some comment by road testers for the ST's that didn't make a significant impression on them though? Yay or nay? Maybe the RS versions are also a fizzer?

pajoda · 09-08-2016, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJM83

Even the ST seats are awesome. I get in any other car and I move around so much I hate it. Drove the missus commodore and I just rolled around in the seat same as dad's bf.

I am indulging right now, have both in the garage, the RS seats are very nice and look great, those ST seats are the winner though

happy1 · 14-08-2016, 03:35 AM

Hi,
An engineering article describing some of the features of the RS AWD;
http://www.car-engineer.com/2015-whe...ford-focus-rs/
Cheers,

RACERED · 14-08-2016, 09:43 AM

Jarvis ford norwood told me they've sold several rs focus but im yet to see one on the road.... think I'll test drive one soon

**PepeLePew** · 14-08-2016, 09:46 AM

Someone has a test driver? Only spares I know of live in showrooms with ridiculously inflated price tags! ;)

pajoda · 14-08-2016, 06:21 PM

Test driver? unheard of, everything coming in is ordered already

rayoulden@dcsi. · 28-08-2016, 10:13 PM

I'm looking for 4 Rs rims, either standard or forged , with or without tyres

RACERED · 28-08-2016, 10:18 PM

I love my ST seats..... except on longer drives. An RS would be an unreal upgrade..Shmee150 and his mates do my head in.... how they can afford all the cars they buy..

**PepeLePew** · 30-08-2016, 01:45 PM

Odd spotto'ed a single one on the roads and find this in the street next to work...

The blue doesn't really stand out in the dull weather unfortunately (what does), be great to see it clean and in the sun. I'm in the school where i used to love the balls out look of the mk2's, mk3 still looks great but the muscular look of the mk2 would've really capped it for me. Instant recognition material the mk2.

GeeDubF6 · 31-08-2016, 02:00 AM

Had the absolute pleasure of enjoying an RS last night. Both as passenger and as a driver. From an owner of both a BF Typhoon and a Fiesta ST, wow!!! This thing is all the hype, and way more.
What a time to be a Ford fan!

Think I will go and order one...

Cheech · 06-09-2016, 10:37 AM

Oh dear.......and this is why I won't be drifting on a public road.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOelONV_unQ

Sucks to be this guy.

**PepeLePew** · 06-09-2016, 11:12 AM

I don't usually use Forrest quotes but 'stupid is as stupid does' ;) The shocking thing is this did not happen in Australia, where of course with our tiny IQ's we cannot handle that button and it should be removed forthwith.

Waiting for Cadogan to post and say 'i told ya so ya morons'

Cheech · 07-09-2016, 10:11 AM

Video in post #418 is now private.

New link here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asLA5qMTJec