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Ford’s rally inspired Focus WRC ST 525 and WRC-S

Ford’s rally inspired Focus WRC ST 525 and WRC-S

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Ford has released two limited edition versions of its Euro-spec Focus hatchback to commemorate its recent successes in WRC. The more exclusive of the two is the Focus WRC ST 525, of which there will be just 150 examples. The car features a five-cylinder motor displacing 2.5L, hence the ‘525’ nomenclature, and outputs a healthy 225hp.

It’s only available in black but has grey detailing on the grille and rear diffuser with chrome reserved for the side-mirrors. Inside, there’s leather and Alcantara trim as well as WRC labeling and aluminum highlights.

The second car is the existing WRC-S, which is powered by a 136hp 2.0L turbodiesel and is limited to 666 units in total. There are no mechanical changes over the standard model but the car is based on the sporty XR range and features the same suspension set-up and 18in wheels shod with 225mm rubber. The interior features leather trim, aluminum pedals and a plaque signed by rally legend Marcus Grönholm.



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  1. By chris Posted: 10/5/2007 10:59am PDT

    so...... limited edition signature models.. that are effectively no different from the standard S and ST models. I love ford, I love rally, and I love Gronholm, but even I wonder why.
     
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  2. By Gus Posted: 10/5/2007 4:19pm PDT

    Well, they will never appear here in the US, where people think racing is a "stock" car going in circles.
    If they at least used "stock" cars it might be interesting, but I digress...
     
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  3. By Nate Posted: 10/5/2007 8:46pm PDT

    Are they really releasing a car with '666' on the side?
     
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  4. By Gus Posted: 10/6/2007 11:07am PDT

    Didn't even notice that, good catch!
    I'm not overly religious, but that would make me uncomfortable...
     
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