Mack what you say may have been true 30 years ago but since then much has changed. The Ford 2 liter that the Focus uses is rock solid as is the GM ecotech line of engines. Even the engine used in the Neons were built solid. Many a tuners use them because they can withstand almost 30 lbs of boost without destroying themselves from the pressure. The GM engines are used extensively throughout NA, Saab, Opel and Vauxhaul  in Europe. A great little powerplant.