2010 Ford

RS Direct are extremely humbled to be able to offer for sale this stunning low mileage Ford Focus RS500, the RS500 was launched in 2010 to mark the end of production of the current Ford Focus RS at that time, only 500 cars were produced for twenty European markets with 101 destined for the UK market, each car carries a metal plaque on the centre console for authenticity, hand-engraved with a unique identification number from 001 to 500. Demand for the RS500 on launch far exceed supply by a considerable margin with some owners being offered premiums even before collections had taken place.

The RS500 hosts some unique extras over and above the Mark2 Focus RS these include Power which is increased by 45PS to 350PS at 6,000rpm, while torque has been increased from 440 to 460Nm, delivered across a broad speed range from 2,500 to 4,500rpm, the RS500 is no slow coach with a 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds, other performance upgrades include a significantly larger air-to-air intercooler to deliver a cooler, denser charge; a larger air filter box for increased airflow; larger diameter exhaust downpipe; and an uprated fuel pump, along with an updated software calibration to optimise the performance of the revised engine.

The exterior is where the RS500 really gives you the most visual impact with its stunning panther black coachwork covered in satin black 3M wrap, the interior was also refined to let you know you were really driving something more than just a normal Focus RS these included changes to the stitching on the seats from blue to red the theme was carried through the car and this included the steering wheel, gear lever gaitor and door trims, unique carbon-effect finish to the bezel which carries a distinctive RS pattern,

Standard premium specification for all vehicles included

• 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

• For the UK market you only had the option of touchscreen DVD navigation and this particular car has this option.

This two owner car was purchased by its current owner back in 2010 when it was only a month old, the car has been always dry stored and the reason for the little use was the owner is serving in the military and he often spends a lot of his time outside of the UK, he decided it was time to sell as he has small collection of other cars. We have a file of various press clippings both keys hand books and a service book, the vehicle has had one service which was completed by Ford, this car will come fully serviced by our local Ford main agent prior to collection by its new owner, the price of the car has been priced in line with other vehicles that have come to market place and sold very quickly, these cars have become very collectable and are now an appreciating asset, customer discretion is assured.

“We believe that customers lucky enough to secure one of the limited edition Focus RS500 models will be getting a real collectors item,” said Joe Bakaj. “From its stunning looks, to its immense driver appeal and its complete specification, the Focus RS500 provides enthusiasts with the ultimate performance Ford for the road.”