Overview

The Focus RS was only built for a short period of time, limiting numbers to little more than a couple of thousand in the UK. It may lack the Cosworth badge many buyers were hoping to see, but it’s still viewed as a Ford classic, not least because it looks fantastic and is very exciting to drive. Clean used examples hold their value well, but the even-more-powerful second generation Focus ST – although not as exclusive – is arguably more tempting for buyers of fast Fords.

Parkers top buying tips

As with all used purchases, do remember to get a car history check. It might just save you from an unpleasant surprise later down the line. Also, don’t forget you can use our valuation tool to get an idea of how much you should be paying for a car. You can also check our reviews section for more information about the cars you are interested in.