Ford Focus Sport
Specifications
| Year | 2016 |
| Mileage | 125,475 mi |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Body Style | Hatchback |
| Condition | Fair |
| Title Status | Clean |
| Exterior Color | Grey |
| Engine | 4 cylinders |
| VIN | 1FADP3L90GL262981 |
Owner's Pitch
"2016 Ford Focus Sport Hatchback with the highly sought-after manual transmission. This is a clean-title Southern California car that avoids the common automatic transmission failures of this era. While it currently needs an engine, the chassis and interior are in fair condition, making it an ideal project for a mechanic or DIY enthusiast."
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Description
Overview: This 2016 Ford Focus Sport Hatchback is being offered as a mechanic's special. The vehicle is finished in grey and features a clean title, but it currently requires a replacement engine.
Specifications: This is the Sport trim equipped with a 4-cylinder gas engine and a desirable manual transmission. The hatchback body style offers excellent utility and a more modern aesthetic than the sedan.
Condition and History: The car is in fair condition with 125,475 miles on the odometer. It has been kept in the Long Beach area and has a clean title, making it a viable candidate for a rebuild or engine swap.
Market Highlights
- The Mechanic's Special: In 2026, the market for affordable project cars remains steady, but pricing must reflect the cost of repairs. A non-running Focus is valued primarily for its chassis and the rarity of its manual transmission, which bypasses the model's most notorious mechanical flaw.
- Manual Transmission Advantage: The 5-speed manual in the 2016 Focus is the 'holy grail' for this generation. While automatic versions often end up in salvage yards due to gearbox failure, the manual versions are worth saving, providing a much higher floor value for a project car.
- Southern California Context: Being a Long Beach car, the lack of rust is a major selling point. A clean, rust-free chassis from SoCal is a valuable asset for someone looking to perform an engine swap, as it ensures the vehicle's longevity once it is back on the road.