Focus RS Mk3 — Appreciating Asset

The Focus RS Mk3 is now firmly in appreciation territory. As the last of the truly analogue hot hatches with a manual gearbox and hydraulic steering, it's becoming a modern classic.

Prices bottomed out in 2023 and have been climbing since. Low-mileage examples in Nitrous Blue are the most sought-after. The head gasket recall status is the single most important factor in pricing — cars with the recall completed command a significant premium.

Special editions (Heritage Edition, Limited Edition) are already commanding strong premiums and are likely to continue appreciating.