Hello everyone.

Just wondering if this thread is still active as a point of reference for me to collect more info/knowledge on Focus. I'm getting my car soon and any valuable info shared here is truly appreciated.

Hi evoHahn,

I've surveyed almost all the listings for Ford Focus Sport that's currently available on sale. Saw about 15 units of them and test drove 9 of them before settling with what I'm currently getting, a Midnight Sky unit. Needless to say, I have seen Focii Sport ranging from very bad to near mint running conditions.

There are about 165-170 listings on Carlist now for both the sedan and the sport, but in actual fact there are probably only about 20 odd unique units on sale; the rest are duplicate posts or the same car that was bounced from one dealership to another.

This black unit stands out as being the only 1.5 EcoBoost unit on sale, and I've seen the car myself. I can confirm that they did not allow test drive, and only allow startup of the car. Even then the vibration of the engine is harsh (bad mountings perhaps) and there are indeed fresh paint marks on the rear and front of the car. It was a bit out of my budget but I went on to look at it anyway, giving it a benefit of doubt being one of the newer units on sale. It's not worth the time.

I dare to say that out of the 15 units that I've seen, only 2 or 3 units has full service record and untampered odometer (I've learned the signs to see the tampered mileage as well). There is one particular 2.0 S+ unit that stands out among the rest with a tampered odometer and incomplete service record, but the price is a bit on the higher side. I can share more with you or anyone who is on the lookout for a used Mk3 Focus, if you are interested.

It's a bit hard to find used Mk3.5 on the market now. I'm guessing because of the short sales period (IIANM Ford sold it only for 2 years from 2015-2017), and also the problems associated with the Mk3 may have affected their total sales number for the Mk3.5. That didnt stop me from getting the Mk3, tho.

If you are interested in the Mk3, however, I know a few units that are currently available and in great condition out there. You'll be hard pressed to look for units in better condition than what I've filtered out. Took me 3 weeks of surveying.

I've test driven a few units that judders at gearchange and also one particular unit that had its radiator leaking after the test drive (everything else is perfect other than this problem). One test drive for less than 10 minutes and the radiator went completely empty.

The fact that the car got bounced from Johor to Cheras should raise some concerns about it. There are a number of Focii in the used car market that have been passed around from dealership to dealership for months, maybe even years. I dont see why nobody would snap them up if the cars are mechanically sound.

Your friend saw it in Johor, I saw the same car at Kajang.

This post has been edited by xandras: Aug 6 2019, 07:42 AM

2016, EcoBoost model? If EcoBoost model not much problems with the gearbox as it is running on good ol' torque converter box.

But good luck searching for a used one. Seeing a 2016 Focus on the road is like finding a unicorn. The sedan version is even harder to come by.

I just received my 2013/14 Mk3 2.0. Rewarding driving experience, indeed. Have you test driven both the Elantra and Focus?

2016 Mk3? That's very specific and rare, no? The mk3.5 is launched in 2016 March, I'm not sure if you can find any MK3 of that year tho. Perhaps you should look at the grant first.

That said, a 2016 model will give you more peace of mind as the clutch and TCM will still be under warranty until at least 2021. I'm saying this because I am not sure if the 2016 Mk3 receives Ford's extended warranty on the gearbox. But I've been looking at many units of Focus before settling with mine and I've not yet seen a 2016 Mk3 yet. If you do come across one, do share with us here.

FORD FOCUS S+ 2.0 (A) Mk3 Upgraded STAGE 1
YEAR MAKE - 2015
REGISTER - 2016

This is written in the description itself. A 2015 made model registered in 2016.

I think I sort of know who is the owner of this car, but I might be wrong.

The owner is selling the car for 73k together with all the modifications. I dont know if you think those modifications are worth it, but they do cost a lot to install to begin with. Most importantly is you should try to look for one that is in good condition. Go take a look at a few different Focii to learn more about the car before you commit to a decision. If you are in KL, I can assist you on this too.

Hello dares. You also driving Focus ke? Hahaha. Persona is still there lah.

This post has been edited by xandras: Aug 21 2019, 09:15 AM

Fiesta EcoBoost? How's the turbo on that one?

We should definitely have a small TT session again... it's been so long since i went for one during the more glorious days of PPLYN.

K jom. Bila?

Can... I'll ask the otai2 like zeng & zapdos to come join also. Hahaha.

If you know what to look for, you dont have to worry about buying from a used car dealership. Let's just see how it goes and when you come back perhaps you can go take a look at a few different cars first.

For some reason when I was surveying for my Focus, I couldnt find any Focus in the Kepong/Selayang area. They are all scattered around Ampang and Cheras/Kajang area.

I havent done my research on the mods on the Focus yet. Thinking whether it's worth modding or not considering that the parts are not cheap. Perhaps senior members that love modding can enlighten you on this.

This post has been edited by xandras: Aug 21 2019, 06:45 PM

Looks like a neat job, jiash87. Well done!

Hello Don. Welcome to the dead club

No worries about the clutch. Ford offers a 7 year warranty on the clutch and 10 years for the TCM. But it is best if you can get a second opinion and let someone else who drives a Focus Mk3 to give it a go so that you can compare the transmission feel. You might wanna check your car registration to find out when is your DCT warranty expiring (7 years from the date of manufacture, somewhere in 2020 for your case).

IIANM Ford Malaysia halted all sales of their passenger car models except for the Mustang & Ranger late last year or early this year.

This post has been edited by xandras: Nov 12 2019, 08:29 AM

Of course, of course.

What I do know is the dry clutch kits that we get from Ford SC (with FoMoCo box, stickers and whatnot) are manufactured by LUK.

Engine oil (Total Quartz 9000 5W30) RM245

Oil filter RM35

Air filter RM95

Spark plugs iridium RM240

Fuel Filter RM180

Brake fluid RM35

Labour charges not included, these are prices for parts only.

Your Focus has keys? 😶

No experience in that department yet. Lol.

Uhh. I've tried double parking with my gear in N and handbrake down. No problem locking the car if that's what you're asking.

That's cheap. Where did you get it? I'm looking for a set of replacement too.

I was looking into this as well. Did some research and looked into other forums as well as websites of custom steering makers (link below).

From my readings I understood that the steering for ST, RS & MK3.5 has the same mounting points as the MK3 and even MK2, and therefore fits like a glove. The only thing that bothers me is the functionality of the extra buttons such as cruise control & SYNC voice control & music controls. The steering on the Mk3.5 does not have SYNC & Media control buttons IIANM. The cruise control should still work with the correct slip ring for the Mk3.5 steering.

If you are driving a MK3 S+ and you want a Mk3.5-looking steering while retaining the functionalities of a MK3 S+, then you might wanna look at custom made ones such as the one in the link below.

SoCal Garageworks



Mk3.5 steering mount (bracket):


Mk3 steering mount:


This post has been edited by xandras: Dec 2 2019, 04:37 PM

The paddleshift can be separated from the steering wheel. Just thought you should know. You can also find Mk3.5 steering wheel that doesn't come with the paddleshift attached.

This post has been edited by xandras: Dec 3 2019, 08:55 AM