Ok, so it's not the RS but that doesn't mean it's not a great car and the LW series has been around just long enough for it to become an attractive proposition if you're wanting something outside of the mainstream but don't want to buy new. For around $19,000 - $25,000 AUD you'll get a decent ride with less than a 100,000 k's on the clock. For your money you'll get a punchy turbo intercooled 2.0litre 4 cylinder, producing 184kW@ 5500rpm, with 340Nm torque available from as low 2000rpm the ST punches hard. The 0 to 100km/h dash is a quick 6.5 seconds and traffic light drags should be an ace... if you buy one in lurid orange you'll be faster again.

Australian Car Sales

New & Used Ford Focus ST LW MKII Hatch cars for sale in Australia under $25,000.00 - carsales.com.au

UK Car Sales

Used Ford Focus ST cars for sale with PistonHeads

US Car Sales

Ford Focus Hatchbacks for Sale in Beverly Hills, CA 90210 - Autotrader