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Used 2009 Ford Focus for sale
Ford Focus RS
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€30,400
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 4 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 4 people together: the advert records 4 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 17 years old and 144,840 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You regularly help children or passengers into the rear: fewer doors can make access awkward. Try your child seats and usual passenger routine before deciding.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the Mk2 (facelifted Mk2.5) Focus era — common petrol engines (1.4–1.8) with manual gearboxes are mechanically simple and don’t have DPFs, so they’re less expensive to run in town than diesels but are not as frugal on long runs. The manual clutch and possibly a dual‑mass flywheel can need attention at higher mileages, and small electrical niggles (window regulators, central locking, sensors) and age‑related corrosion on sills/wheelarches are typical; parts are widely available and inexpensive in Ireland.
- Clutch operation and take‑off for slipping or vibration; listen for dual‑mass flywheel rattle under load.
- Manual gearbox synchros — try all gears cold and hot (1st/2nd can show wear).
- Corrosion at sills, rear wheelarches and lower door edges; check inside boot seams and under trim for hidden rust.
- Front suspension, anti‑roll bar links and bushes for knocks; check wheel bearings for rumble at speed.
- Timing‑belt/cambelt replacement history for the fitted petrol engine and cooling system condition (water pump/thermostat).
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2019 Ford Focus RS 2.5 Mark-2 410bhp (Dec 09 registration). Full service history and heavy performance specification including Stage 3 upgrades, anti-lag and launch control. Just in from the UK. Future collectors car — rising in value. Price €30,400. Mileage: 52,000 miles. Price includes VRT, NCT, full service, professional valet and warranty. Free nationwide delivery available from our forecourt to your front door at no extra cost. Top Spec Motors, Newmarket, Co. Cork — the prestige and performance specialists. Vehicle sourcing is also available. Card machine available on site.