Project 6

2005 Ford Focus ZXW | 2.0L Duratec

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In early 2014, I embarked on a challenging quest to find the perfect car, a true "unicorn" among vehicles. My desire was to acquire a 2004+ wagon with a 5-speed manual transmission, equipped with cruise control and a sunroof, but with a color that deviated from the ordinary gold or silver. This particular car seemed elusive, as it was either plagued by a salvage title, had accumulated over 200,000 miles, or was listed at an exorbitant price far beyond its actual worth. Despite occasional appearances of such wagons for sale, these flaws prevented me from making a move.

However, amidst this exhaustive search, I stumbled upon a wagon that possessed all the features I had been seeking, conveniently located in Southern California. Filled with excitement, I promptly contacted the owner, informing them of my intention to purchase the car and assuring them that I had the cash readily available. With anticipation building, I embarked on a journey lasting over an hour to pick up this prized possession. Yet, just when victory seemed within reach, a text message abruptly shattered my hopes. The heart-wrenching message read: "The car is sold, don't come."

At that moment, I made peace with the notion of never finding the perfect car. Accepting this reality, I redirected my focus and decided to settle for the Project 7 Ford Focus ZXW Station Wagon, which boasted remarkably low mileage. Although it didn't fulfill all my initial criteria, it provided a solid foundation for what was to come.

Driven by an unyielding passion, I immediately commenced a series of modifications to elevate this humble station wagon into a remarkable vehicle capable of turning heads at local car shows. Each alteration brought me closer to my vision of transforming it into an automobile that effortlessly blended in with the finest display of automotive excellence.

Modifications

Exterior

  • Roush Side-skirts
    – Street Appearance Package Front Bumper
    – Tinted Windows
    – Painted roof rack cross-bars
    – Vogtland Springs
    – 2014 Fiesta ST Wheels

Performance

  • K&N Fuel Injection Performance Kit (FIPK)
    – Flowmaster Cat-Back Exhaust

Interior

  •  Kenwood In-Dash DVD Player with bluetooth and rear-view camera
    – Sony Subwoofer from a 2014 Ford Focus ST with Kenwood amp
    – Added Rear seat map light
    – Wood Flooring in the trunk/cargo area

Suspenion

  • Vogtland Springs

  • KYB Dampners