Eric Bloodaxe Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hi all, when I bought my Focus I got a very good deal on a stock car - would have preferred one with sport pack but none available at the time and I needed a car PDQ. I have considered having the sport pack (which I believe just consists of lowered springs and 18" wheels with appropriate tyres) retrofitted but wonder what the effect on the ride/handling would be? Would appreciate any comments from anyone with a sport pack equipped car. Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Clark IOM Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hello Eric, I take it your talking about the mk3, I don't have the sport pack but do have the 18s, if you do retro fit it post some pics up, the 18s look class but add a lowering kit I'd imagine it would be one aggressive looking motor. Keep us updated buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Bloodaxe Posted October 6, 2011 Author Share Posted October 6, 2011 Hello Eric, I take it your talking about the mk3, I don't have the sport pack but do have the 18s, if you do retro fit it post some pics up, the 18s look class but add a lowering kit I'd imagine it would be one aggressive looking motor. Keep us updated buddy. Hi Will, no I'm referring to a 2010 Mk2.5, not the Mk3. The sport pack was available as a factory option at £550 whereas to retrofit with new parts/tyres I'm looking at £1500 or so. Improved cosmetics aside, I wonder if any handling benefits are negated by worse ride. Unfortunately, although I've driven several STs and found the ride/handling balance ok, I've not managed to try a sport pack equipped "normal" Focus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeebowhite Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 not got one personally however, it really depends exactly what parts your using. for example, are you replacing struts / suspension / dampers / wheels / tyres or just a few of the above? You really need to look at all of the above to give it a good handling, and of course to improve performance you would need to look at engine. If your looking at just the springs and wheels, you will get a marginal handling improvement, but if you want much better you need to look further afield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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