Sonic the SVT Focus
Blog for Sonic, Knuckles, and Metal Sonic, the MK1 Ford Focuses owned by Jason Hodges
History and modifications to "Sonic", a 2003 Ford SVT Focus purchased by Jason Hodges in August 2003
06/24/2026
Recaro Repair update. The replacement frame now has the Recaro bolster supports tack welded onto it. It shouldn't be long until they are fully welded and I can begin reassembly and then install in !
06/20/2026
Brackets removed off the broken frame and they are ready to be welded on the new frame so I can start using the Recaros in Metal Sonic soon!
One year ago today, SonicSVTFocus was totaled. That car meant a lot to me but it's opened up so many new things for me. I can only see it as a net positive.
This did not proceed the way I was wanting...
06/16/2026
Repairing the Recaros for Metal Sonic isn't too hard, just massively tedious. The hard part is still to come by reinstalling the covers....
This community is incredible and I'm glad to be a part of it! Focus Rising Carlisle Ford Nationals
06/12/2026
Some of my favorite Fords from Carlisle Ford Nationals this year. Yes, most are Euro Fords. 🤣
This beautifully themed Focus ST belongs to Chris Roth.
I attended the Carlisle Ford Nationals and Focus Rising without a car! What was it like?
06/08/2026
I was able to pick up the remaining US MK1 Focus brochure at Carlisle Ford Nationals this past weekend to complete my collection of mainline brochures. 00-11. I also have 2000 and 2004 Focus accessories, S2, Sony Edition, 02-04 SVT Focus, plus a few small card versions.
Now to find a Kona Edition, Mach Edition, Street Edition, and any other Focus accessories ones out there.
Anyone have some Focus brochures they want to get rid of?
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