The Official Next-Gen 2012 Focus Thread w/Pics!
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Like any enthusiast is going to keep an EcoBoost stock. The first to shell out tunes will solve any problems...cough FSWerks...:evilgrin:
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Just as with the Fiesta, don't think for a moment that Ford won't build on the positive momentum these cars are generating by not offering "enhanced" versions.
Don't expect to see anything the first year or two, these cars are going to sell very well as is. But if I were a bettin' man…
Don't expect to see anything the first year or two, these cars are going to sell very well as is. But if I were a bettin' man…
Why not? 230 would be a step down from the current ST that makes 260, less than 230 would be pretty sad from a turbo DI TiVCT this that engine.
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Awww....come on the front fascia and the fogs, also the dent on the doors.. and the hood....
I wishing people!
Please someone tell me they look a little a like?!:dunno:
^ yes. agreed.
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@ rockfela
problem I see is people are generally stupid and forget things quickly if its not in-their-face all the time... If people decide to forget about the gas price run up the other year then all the high mpg stuff is a moot point, and people will go back to horsepower shopping. :dunno:
I still think a premium trim engine option should have been announced.
problem I see is people are generally stupid and forget things quickly if its not in-their-face all the time... If people decide to forget about the gas price run up the other year then all the high mpg stuff is a moot point, and people will go back to horsepower shopping. :dunno:
I still think a premium trim engine option should have been announced.
you gotta remember this car was designed to replace the C1 focus not the US focus.
its dimensions are ~ the same as the current European focus. the Euro Focus weighs~ 2700lbs+ ( the US 09 weighs ~2600.) I know ford is trying hard to keep weight down, we will have to weight and see.
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It took two years for the MK1 SVT to come out, everybody relax and start saving your money.
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the front bumper is awful
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Whereas the new Fiesta shares 60% of its parts with the Euro model, the Focus will share 80%.
There are certain mandated items that will simply be different on both cars, there is no way around that.
But, one thing that WILL be the same are the front and rear fascias. No more Euro-swaps needed.
There are certain mandated items that will simply be different on both cars, there is no way around that.
But, one thing that WILL be the same are the front and rear fascias. No more Euro-swaps needed.
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lol
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Exactly. I should have clarified my comments about the size. I was basing vs. the Euro MKII version, not the USDM.
I'm with you jorge. I dont think Graphics likes the hatch...
yet.
Plus I doubt the US version would keep the same overly aggressive front. I am willing to bet that ours will be toned down a bit.
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True..It took two years for the MK1 SVT to come out, everybody relax and start saving your money.
I'll be quiet now:lol:
I personally think its one of the best looking attributes of the new Focus..the front bumper is awful
You have a really valid point Ron.
x2:lol:
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Also, this is the car that will also be offered as a pure EV, And will be built in the Wayne plant as well.
That plant is getting a $550 Million makeover to produce this car along with some other coming small vehicles.
That plant is getting a $550 Million makeover to produce this car along with some other coming small vehicles.
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Another point that was heavily emphasized in our briefing was the quality of craftsmanship that this car will bring to the table. A couple of points mentioned:
Wind/Road/Powertrain noise levels will be on par with the Fusion. And will be better than the Jetta, Corolla and Civic.
The car is getting world class paint, what's called a "Three wet, high solid" process.
Wind/Road/Powertrain noise levels will be on par with the Fusion. And will be better than the Jetta, Corolla and Civic.
The car is getting world class paint, what's called a "Three wet, high solid" process.
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