This Ford Focus got away, but there are more like it here.

This 2003 Ford Focus was the subject of a custom build started by the previous owner and completed by the current owner in 2020. Work included a drivetrain swap along with cosmetic modifications and a repaint in Ford Fury Orange. Power is provided by a fuel-injected 5.0-liter V8 paired with a Tremec five-speed manual transmission and a 3.73:1 limited-slip rear differential. The engine, transmission, and 8.8″ solid rear axle were fitted with fabricated braces and mounts, and additional modifications include GT40 cylinder heads, a Cobra intake manifold, a Ford Motorsports camshaft, a Pro 5.0 short shifter assembly, 17″ SVT wheels, adjustable rear coilovers, SVT-spec bumpers, and a custom exhaust system exiting in front of the front wheels. Additional equipment includes power windows, heated front seats, and a CD stereo. This V8-powered Focus is now offered with build photos and records and a branded Texas title in the seller’s name.

Rear-Wheel-Drive 2003 Ford Focus V8 5-Speed

The body was refinished in Ford Fury Orange in 2020 and features SVT-spec front and rear bumpers covers, integrated front fog lamps, and a rear wiper. The side and rear glass features dark tint, and custom exhaust tips exit through the front bumper cover ahead of each front wheel.

Rear-Wheel-Drive 2003 Ford Focus V8 5-Speed

17″ SVT five-spoke alloy wheels are wrapped in Velozza tires. Braking is handled by power-assisted four-wheel discs, and chassis modifications include a tubular front suspension crossmember, a front anti-roll bar, a Mustang-sourced power steering rack, and a bolt-in tubular rear suspension mount kit with adjustable coilovers and an anti-roll bar fitted to the Ford 8.8″ rear axle.

Rear-Wheel-Drive 2003 Ford Focus V8 5-Speed

The interior features front bucket seats and a rear split bench upholstered in black vinyl with patterned cloth inserts, matching door panels, black carpets, and a black dash. Additional equipment includes heated front seats, power windows, drilled aluminum pedal pads, and a Pro 5.0 short-throw shifter. The air-conditioning system does not work.

Rear-Wheel-Drive 2003 Ford Focus V8 5-Speed

White SVT instruments include a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for coolant temperature, fuel level, oil temperature, and oil pressure. The digital odometer shows 70k chassis miles, approximately 2,500 of which were added by the seller since May 2020. The Texas title states “Not Actual Miles”, although the seller believes this is due to a clerical error.

Rear-Wheel-Drive 2003 Ford Focus V8 5-Speed

The 5.0-liter V8 was sourced from a Fox-body Mustang and was rebuilt using a Ford Performance E303 camshaft, GT40 cylinder heads, and a Cobra intake manifold. The engine was fitted by the previous owner using a custom-fabricated engine cradle and crossmember as well as forward-facing exhaust headers. An aluminum fuel cell is mounted to the trunk floor along with a black battery box.

Rear-Wheel-Drive 2003 Ford Focus V8 5-Speed

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Tremec five-speed manual transmission and a Ford 8.8″ rear axle with a 3.73:1 Ford Motorsport limited-slip differential.

The Carfax report indicates no accidents or other damage and shows registration history in Illinois, Indiana, and Texas. It also shows that the titles in Indiana and Texas were issued with “not actual mileage” brands beginning in 2019. The seller has provided a copy of a Carfax report from 2019 indicating no mileage issues.

The seller has provided overview and walk-around videos above as well as driving videos below. Additional burnout and drive-by videos can be seen on the seller’s YouTube channel.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $27,500 by Srhvw
Auction Ended March 18, 2021 at 12:55PM PT
Bids 54
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Seller: CoreyRueth
Location: Austin, Texas 78704
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 3FAFP31313R131268
  • 70k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 5.0-Liter V8
  • Tremec Five-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Ford 8.8" Rear Axle
  • 3.73:1 Limited-Slip Differential
  • Ford Fury Orange Paint
  • Black Vinyl and Cloth Upholstery
  • Adjustable Rear Coilovers
  • 17" SVT Wheels
  • GT40 Cylinder Heads
  • Cobra-Spec Intake Manifold
  • Ford Performance Camshaft
  • Custom Front-Exit Exhaust
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #44760