Ford Focus RS500 (MK2)(diecast 1:43, Minichamps)
- Ford Focus RS500 (MK2) (from 2010)
- Minichamps
- 1:43
- Showcase model / No engine
- diecast
- black
- 400088104
- Perfect mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- Not for sale
Ford Focus RS500 Mk2: production model with special edition
The basis for this miniature is the Ford Focus RS500, a special version of the Focus RS limited to 500 cars. It belongs to the second Focus generation, the Ford Focus Mk2, which was built from 2004 to 2011. The Ford Focus RS500 appeared in 2010 as the final RS model of this generation. Its predecessor was the first-generation Focus RS from 2002 to 2003, whose drivetrain also used a turbocharged five-cylinder engine. The body of the Ford Focus RS500 is based on the three-door hatchback of the Mk2 and was fitted with widened wheel arches, prominent bumpers, a large rear wing, and two exhaust tips. That made it clearly stand out from the regular Focus models. The styling of the Mk2 was led by Martin Smith; Ford Europe’s RS activities at the time were shaped, among others, by Jost Capito at Ford TeamRS. The limited cars were assembled at the Ford plant in Saarlouis, while the RS500 conversion was then carried out by an external specialist.
Five-cylinder turbo, front axle, and suspension tech
Under the hood of the Ford Focus RS500 sits a transverse 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder engine with a turbocharger. Compared with the regular Focus RS, output rose from 305 to 350 hp; peak torque was 460 Nm (339.5 lb-ft). It uses a manual six-speed gearbox, and power goes to the front wheels only. To reduce torque steer in the steering, Ford used the RevoKnuckle front suspension, a wheel carrier setup different from the usual MacPherson design. It was paired with a torque-sensing limited-slip differential from Quaife. Quaife is a British drivetrain and gearbox company founded in London in 1965, well known for limited-slip differentials and transmission components. The suspension of the Ford Focus RS500 was lowered compared with the standard Focus and combined with a multi-link rear axle. Up front, ventilated brake discs with a diameter of 336 millimeters (13.2 inches) were used, while the rear got 300-millimeter (11.8-inch) discs. Ford stated a 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) time of around 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 265 km/h (164.7 mph) for the Ford Focus RS500.
Panther Black and matte wrap in 1/43 scale
The example from Modelly member “Walter1” is a model car in 1/43 scale, made by Minichamps. The miniature is made from die-cast metal and sits on a black display base. The label says “Ford Focus RS500” and “Panther-Schwarz mit matter Folierung” (“Panther Black with matte wrap”). That matches a key feature of the real car: every Ford Focus RS500 was painted in Panther Black and then covered with a matte black wrap. Because of that, the surface looks almost black, but it reflects light differently from a glossy paint finish. On the model, you can see the dark body, the tinted windows, the slim red tail lights, and the blue-and-white Ford badges. The front license plate reads “K RS 350”, while the rear shows the RS500 badge as a small colored accent. The black multi-spoke wheels have blue hub details. The shown roof spoiler, the wide rear bumper with two exhaust tips, the RS badges on the sides, and the front air intakes all echo the shape of the Ford Focus RS500.
Minichamps collector model on a labeled base
As a 1/43 scale model by Minichamps, this piece includes several details that matter to collectors: separately molded side mirrors, a roof antenna, windshield wipers, an interior with front seats and steering wheel, and detailed light inserts. The front headlights are made with clear parts; inside them, you can see reflector elements and light graphics. The big grille, lower front opening, and fog lights are set off against the matte body surface. The wheel arches and side skirts also copy the wider RS body. The model’s effect comes from the contrast between the matte black wrap look, the shinier windows, the red tail lights, and the small blue accents on the badges and wheel hubs. The base shows the edition marking “1 of 3,744 pcs”; so this is a limited run of 3,744 pieces worldwide. The side view makes the three-door body shape, the rising window line, and the long rear roof spoiler especially easy to notice.
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I own a model of this car myself. I think it's absolutely beautiful, the Focus RS500! 👍👍👍👏👏
Chriskitt
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I own a model of this car myself. I think it's absolutely beautiful, the Focus RS500! 👍👍👍👏👏