I own one, a 2017 with the MP215 and absolutely agree with almost everything thing you have said here, it will be a legend in years to come, it is already a cult classic in it’s own time ! Smile every time I drive it. Only thing I can not agree on and I think you’re stretching it a bit, is regarding the exhaust sound ... it has none ... the standard exhaust does not sound good, it’s far too quiet.
Watching your videos is what made me buy my ST, loved it, best car I've ever driven, and then it got stolen on Tuesday, use a wheel lock guys! The one day I forget to put mine on, absolutely gutted!
Still currently sorting the insurance out buddy, luckily I had GAP but I lost my no claims and as a 20 year old guy my insurance has rocketed which is so frustrating as it wasn't my fault! Only had the car two months :(
+Garyjames1701 thanks man, hopefully I can get a reasonable ST again, and take more precautions this time! Can't wait to see an RS video from you, keep up the cool videos mate :)
Hi mate, I have actually been thinking of buying a 208 gti, been thinking about that or the st3, both which I would eventually map, what is different from the 208 to the ST , thanks !
@@dec392 I know I'm a year late but if you get the 208 GTi you'll get the 1.6 thp that has a lot of problems with the timing chain! I test drove 2 DS3's(same engine) and both were making strange noises from timing chain. Went with the ST and... Damn! Glad I did it!!!
I just picked one of these up last week. A blue 2015 5-door with light front damage. $2900 USD...repaired for $6K all in. Better than $17-18K used lol. This video makes me very excited to finish it next week and give it a go ;) .
Great video mate, I agree with all your points, particularly the last 5! I first came across your channel when I watched your "living with the fiesta ST" video, before I took the plunge! Im now the proud owner of a new MO ST3 and am seriously loving it! It's just hit 1k miles so I took it out into the Cotswolds Saturday to stretch its legs and wow! what a car! I just got this video recommended by CZcams and also went back and watched your vlogs. I watch STG, SOL and SHMEE etc and I agree it's great to see someone driving cars that are achievable to "normal" people and you come across great on camera so well done! I'm very envious of your RS order, that car is something special!! I'd love to be in a position to order one of them but as a 19 year old even if I could afford the car I wouldn't be able to run it, haha! I'm looking forward to some RS content though (albeit in 12 months time) and looking forward to more fez content in the mean time, keep up the good work!
Cheers for the reply, just realised i follow you on instagram as well, haha. Enjoy the states, also a question about your exhaust, is it the standard exhaust? I didnt think the ST exhaust had any noise to it at all really but you can hear a fair bit in your clips.
great video again Gary and thanks for the reply on the previous one regarding the build quality, will be looking to purchase one the back end of this year.
well i was thinking of buying a white st3 and after watch this video and others im more intrigued and more excited to get one. haven't read a bad review.
Hi dude. Great review! I'm thinking of getting myself one. Possibly a molten orange coloured ST . Just a quick question. How reliable is the car? Most probably going to buy a 2014 model which is second hand.
+Garyjames1701 yea was looking at getting the springs done.. gonna wait till the warranty gone and probably upgrade to the mr230.. but gonna wait and try the 215 for a few months with the catback
Beenbwatching ur vids since the ST review vids and been wanting one ever since. We in aussie are lucky enough to get the ST-2(since lauch in 2013 only ST-1 is available and not options could be added as it is imported just in one spec) pack here this sept but the only difference is that we dont get the beautiful partial leather seat instead we get cloth versions of the recaro. A question, with a new generation coming up for next year, you recon its still a good purchase or its vetter to wait for the next ST? Well i think the ST wont be launched at the same time as the regular ST, probably 2-3years after. Great vid!
Only one. Fiesta ST is new Honda CRX vtec.... Everyone has been waiting for CRX return what Honda never did because they are simply stupid but Ford has never let us down. So thank you Ford....
Nice video. I'm picking up my fiST tomorrow and will drive it for a month or two and get used to it, but I am hoping to get the Mountune MP215 upgrade. Can you tell me a little about the upgrade and does it make a noticeable difference? Cheers
Great review gary, im planning to get one within the next couple of weeks or so, and i am definelty going to be upgrading to the mp215 at some point. What exactly is included in the mp215 package other than a remap?
Car Focused watching your vlogs has made me want the ST even more mate. Living in Cornwall, we have some roads just made for the ST. Firm ride is the only thing that bothers me but like you say that's the pay off for the handling. Our main car is an Audi A3 so that will always be the comfort drive. The ST would be my runaround
Have you already driven a Ford Focus RS? If yes: Would you prefer the RS over the ST or perhaps keep both (I got a ST200 and am thinking about selling it for buying a Focus RS)?
+Garyjames1701 completely agree! Just prefer the looks of the clio by far! Love the 5 door coupe look, also isn't the clio more torquey? Like off the line much faster?
Is the ST really that good? Im facing a dilemma: I have to choose between an older Evo VIII vs new Fiesta ST. One is a moder hot hatch the other is a "legend", but old. I want something new. But thats an EVO...
can't wait to get rid of mine. rattles constantly, ride is so crashy also. Had worse cars but I was used to having audi's before and everything feels a bit cheap. Great for a country hack but thats about it
Went for an A3 S line. Interior quality is in a different realm than the fiesta and I'm only paying a tiny bit more a month. was a good car to have but not to live with every day
***** Well I haven't sat in the golf, but my friends have merc and bmw and a Lexus in all you see the Quality of the. Cabin is nice , I made a horrible mistake Sold my focus ST, mk2 needed a few quid spent on it I had it for about 5 years pit had been a good friend lots of laughs etc, I wanted something bigger and more Eco, didn't want to do diesels, bought a Mondeo 62 regs Eco boost titanium x 1.6 and remapped it , It built quite well for a ford I got no rattles or squeaks yet , plenty of gadgets, but it's no racing car more like a canal boat , I don't even know why I bought it now. The fiesta is too small but I'm considering a 13plate focus ST,
A lot , if you want a quick fiesta go for the 1L ecoboost u can get them up to 160bhp wich is pretty nippy had one and loved it moved to the ST on my 19th birthday
@@kylemartin1229 u can't go wrong with a 2005 Renault Clio, not the fastest car but fuck me are they a laugh to drive. You can proper rag them about the corners and twisty road, plus they're not that bad to insure or run, proper cheap to buy as well.
Being lazy and not wanting to google whats the Mountune pack cost and did you fit some parts yourself. I want an induction kit and to get the ecu remapped?
mountune 215 upgrade will be roughly 600 fitted, include ecu remap, induction kit and different air feed. this remap can be fitted at most for main dealers and doesn't affect your warranty :)
thanks ryan i can get it slightly cheaper from collins performance in congleton though they have a custom setup thats hard to beat and allows you to remap at your own convenience :) thanks for the info though
I own one, a 2017 with the MP215 and absolutely agree with almost everything thing you have said here, it will be a legend in years to come, it is already a cult classic in it’s own time ! Smile every time I drive it. Only thing I can not agree on and I think you’re stretching it a bit, is regarding the exhaust sound ... it has none ... the standard exhaust does not sound good, it’s far too quiet.
Just bought an st-2, cant wait to go pick it up in a few days!
Just bought my Fiesta ST-3 Spirit Blue today. Over the moon.
Getting mine soon in spirit blue as well! How you finding it? Test drove one today and it was insane fun!
@@designanddevelop585 They are an apsolute blast. Been having clutch issues tho so it has to go in
@@lewisdwyer1536 Yeah unreal! What's the specific issue? Also what reg is the car? Just so I can look out for this.
@@designanddevelop585 it's a 15 reg
@@designanddevelop585 on MK7s its a common issue
Watching your videos is what made me buy my ST, loved it, best car I've ever driven, and then it got stolen on Tuesday, use a wheel lock guys! The one day I forget to put mine on, absolutely gutted!
Still currently sorting the insurance out buddy, luckily I had GAP but I lost my no claims and as a 20 year old guy my insurance has rocketed which is so frustrating as it wasn't my fault! Only had the car two months :(
+Garyjames1701 thanks man, hopefully I can get a reasonable ST again, and take more precautions this time! Can't wait to see an RS video from you, keep up the cool videos mate :)
I am going to pick up mine tomorrow and I'll drive
1200km back to my hometown. 😁
Good video mate. A real enthusiast. Test drove an St2 yesterday and bought it. Has what my old yet capable 208 Gti lacked...charisma and fun.
Hi mate, I have actually been thinking of buying a 208 gti, been thinking about that or the st3, both which I would eventually map, what is different from the 208 to the ST , thanks !
@@dec392 I know I'm a year late but if you get the 208 GTi you'll get the 1.6 thp that has a lot of problems with the timing chain! I test drove 2 DS3's(same engine) and both were making strange noises from timing chain. Went with the ST and... Damn! Glad I did it!!!
I just picked one of these up last week. A blue 2015 5-door with light front damage. $2900 USD...repaired for $6K all in. Better than $17-18K used lol. This video makes me very excited to finish it next week and give it a go ;) .
Picking up the mk 7 ST-3 tomorrow I can't wait
Ive got mine last week, how is yours going
@@calmillward1119 I’m looking to get one soon how is yours going haha
@@FCrazyGaminglet's keep this going with no one replying to anyone updating them. I'm loving my car. Did you get one? How's it going?
@@cloudisfast3361 probably been stolen that's why no one is replying
@@thurmanmerman9099 I'm glad mine hasn't been stolen :)
Picking mine up next week thanks to this video and a few others. Wanted one since launch but been waiting for good ones to fall into my budget.
Sadly, discontinued in the US for 2020 but I'll try one and maybe buy used. Looks fun.
Thanks for the video, really enjoyed that and I'm in the middle of selling my 05 plate mk6 fiesta st 'deposit taken' for a mk7 fiesta st 😎👌👌👌
Your enthusiasm for this car is great, thanks for the videos i've enjoyed watching them, my st3 mountune in blue arrives this week.
Great video mate, I agree with all your points, particularly the last 5! I first came across your channel when I watched your "living with the fiesta ST" video, before I took the plunge! Im now the proud owner of a new MO ST3 and am seriously loving it! It's just hit 1k miles so I took it out into the Cotswolds Saturday to stretch its legs and wow! what a car! I just got this video recommended by CZcams and also went back and watched your vlogs. I watch STG, SOL and SHMEE etc and I agree it's great to see someone driving cars that are achievable to "normal" people and you come across great on camera so well done! I'm very envious of your RS order, that car is something special!! I'd love to be in a position to order one of them but as a 19 year old even if I could afford the car I wouldn't be able to run it, haha! I'm looking forward to some RS content though (albeit in 12 months time) and looking forward to more fez content in the mean time, keep up the good work!
Cheers for the reply, just realised i follow you on instagram as well, haha. Enjoy the states, also a question about your exhaust, is it the standard exhaust? I didnt think the ST exhaust had any noise to it at all really but you can hear a fair bit in your clips.
great video again Gary and thanks for the reply on the previous one regarding the build quality, will be looking to purchase one the back end of this year.
Got the st1 its fantastic no stop start button which i was happy with rather use a key and the recaros are nice 👍
brought 1 got it yesterday and really in love, got a st3 in black:)
Some great deals for used ST2 but insurance is the killer ! Might look into to the ST-line models . just for starters
StudentStyle I got 850 a year for a 18 year old on a ST3
Red dead Money man where’d you live though
Swaran Bains uk Preston
You have a similar car history to myself. I have owned 2 Focus ST-2 mk2, currently own a Fiesta ST-2 MP215 and have a Focus RS on order.
I just got a 2019 fiesta st and i love it
Great video - I too share your passion for the little ST. I'm on my second one now!
I traded my two year old SE for a 2016 ST. Couldn't be happier!
well i was thinking of buying a white st3 and after watch this video and others im more intrigued and more excited to get one. haven't read a bad review.
Another great video about the fez gary big thumbs up mate.
Pick up ST-2 on 20th of Dec! Buzzing even more after watching this!!!
Hi dude. Great review! I'm thinking of getting myself one. Possibly a molten orange coloured ST . Just a quick question. How reliable is the car? Most probably going to buy a 2014 model which is second hand.
got mine 3 weeks ago in molten orange absolutely love it.. gonna get the mounting upgrade and mounting cutback
Yea I love the way the gold flickers in the sun the colour really comes alive
That last comment meant to end mountune catback lol
+Garyjames1701 yea was looking at getting the springs done.. gonna wait till the warranty gone and probably upgrade to the mr230.. but gonna wait and try the 215 for a few months with the catback
Can't wait to get mine, its my dream car.
i do not live in the U.K, i live in the netherlands so the roads are better :p
I love my ST Fiesta too, great fun!!
Got my 5 door version in Kona Blue, this past March. This lil BeaST is a blaST to drive. And that's without any mods or or a tune.
Beenbwatching ur vids since the ST review vids and been wanting one ever since. We in aussie are lucky enough to get the ST-2(since lauch in 2013 only ST-1 is available and not options could be added as it is imported just in one spec) pack here this sept but the only difference is that we dont get the beautiful partial leather seat instead we get cloth versions of the recaro. A question, with a new generation coming up for next year, you recon its still a good purchase or its vetter to wait for the next ST? Well i think the ST wont be launched at the same time as the regular ST, probably 2-3years after. Great vid!
Only one. Fiesta ST is new Honda CRX vtec.... Everyone has been waiting for CRX return what Honda never did because they are simply stupid but Ford has never let us down. So thank you Ford....
Nice wheels !
Nice video.
I'm picking up my fiST tomorrow and will drive it for a month or two and get used to it, but I am hoping to get the Mountune MP215 upgrade.
Can you tell me a little about the upgrade and does it make a noticeable difference?
Cheers
I love your videos mate ! I've just purchased my fiesta st in race red , is the mountune kit worth it ??
couldn't agree more! I like your videos
I wish: 1) the U.S. got the 2-door version; and 2) Ford, in their infinite stupidity, didn't kill the Fiesta and Focus in the U.S.
Hi mate great video, I've got a quick question and the monetune upgrade, around how much does it cost and would you recommend it?
only say that cos at the end of video when your in your house on the side table there's a pic that looks like a police badge
Great review gary, im planning to get one within the next couple of weeks or so, and i am definelty going to be upgrading to the mp215 at some point. What exactly is included in the mp215 package other than a remap?
Thanks for the response, definetly something ill consider when i get mine. Itll be worth holding out for the RS though, the car will be a beast!
I'm looking at getting one of these! What exact Mountune upgrades have you got on your ST? Great video btw
+Garyjames1701 nice one thankyou! I'm looking at getting one in the pearlescent orange, looks very smart
nice motor mate. I've got the 1.0 ecoboost 123 but fancy getting the ST next year. Did the Mountune 215 knock your insurance premium up by much?
Car Focused thanks for the reply. I'm nearly 50 so insurance shouldn't be too bad 😊
Car Focused was there a noticeable difference from stock compared with the MP215 mod?
Car Focused watching your vlogs has made me want the ST even more mate. Living in Cornwall, we have some roads just made for the ST. Firm ride is the only thing that bothers me but like you say that's the pay off for the handling. Our main car is an Audi A3 so that will always be the comfort drive. The ST would be my runaround
Great car iv got one love it
also I work for Ford so git a 14 plate for good price
.they bringing the fiesta rs out at the end of the year.
After 6 years still waiting for that miraculous Ford "inside" info from you about the RS!...
Have you already driven a Ford Focus RS? If yes: Would you prefer the RS over the ST or perhaps keep both (I got a ST200 and am thinking about selling it for buying a Focus RS)?
I forgot to ask, besides the Mountune MP215 do you have any other mods, exhaust etc?
but i already have one, i jot the lighter wheels tho, everyone seemed to go for the darker ones so i feel special now lol
Picking up one today 👍
How u finding it?
@@davocarlo yeah can't complain great drive and better mpg then my clio197
I prefer the clio's looks and tech... But it's EDC gearbox has without questioning made me opt for the ST.
+Garyjames1701 completely agree! Just prefer the looks of the clio by far! Love the 5 door coupe look, also isn't the clio more torquey? Like off the line much faster?
Stuck between this and a scirocco
Just literally picked up an ST last week having come from a 330i and I have zero regrets. Much more fun to drive!
VW are crap
Road noise was so loud I couldn't hear the first minute, maybe because of reason no. 1?
How much was the Mountune 215 package if you don't mind me asking?
£599 usually + fitting
MP215 £599 will be cheapest you see.
Other Stage 1 are available and cheaper but warranty covered on Mp215
Yeah many people have upgraded to bigger brakes, the big brembo's don't fit though!
+Garyjames1701 stoneacre York by any chance 🤔
Would you sale your ford st?
Picking up a fiesta ST200 in 19 days!!
Is the ST really that good?
Im facing a dilemma:
I have to choose between an older Evo VIII vs new Fiesta ST. One is a moder hot hatch the other is a "legend", but old. I want something new. But thats an EVO...
Its a great little car, but i do think the next gen Fiesta is going to be released in 2017
yes however the next gen ST wont be out till at least 2018 and thats not guarenteed yet.
Considering the roaring success of the current ST, they'll have one out sooner rather than later.
Where the hell are you from? Them roads look amazing, need to take my Fiesta down them!!
I need to find these roads, and the spot where you was parked up could spend hours just sitting there
can't wait to get rid of mine. rattles constantly, ride is so crashy also. Had worse cars but I was used to having audi's before and everything feels a bit cheap. Great for a country hack but thats about it
Yeah the focus is built better than that,.
sold mine now. Bought a new audi, far nicer
Went for an A3 S line. Interior quality is in a different realm than the fiesta and I'm only paying a tiny bit more a month. was a good car to have but not to live with every day
*****
You pay for what you get .
Fiesta cost £17grand
Scirocco nearly twice the price .
*****
Well I haven't sat in the golf, but my friends have merc and bmw and a Lexus in all you see the Quality of the. Cabin is nice , I made a horrible mistake Sold my focus ST, mk2 needed a few quid spent on it I had it for about 5 years pit had been a good friend lots of laughs etc, I wanted something bigger and more Eco, didn't want to do diesels, bought a Mondeo 62 regs Eco boost titanium x 1.6 and remapped it ,
It built quite well for a ford I got no rattles or squeaks yet , plenty of gadgets, but it's no racing car more like a canal boat , I don't even know why I bought it now. The fiesta is too small but I'm considering a 13plate focus ST,
I do share your enthusiasm for this car though for the price,fun factor and driving experience you won't get a better car. end of
Nice video....would you still recommend an st?
Car Focused I will check out the video now....I'm test driving an st3 tomorrow 😁
is that near Sleaford?
Do you think that you could find Insurance for this as a first car
+Garyjames1701 thanks
Mine was £800 for the year in York with Admiral and I was 21 at the time (I'm 22 now). In Liverpool it was closer to £1500.
Is that stock exhaust?
I don't think you would get into the 40''s ever
are you a police officer
Moved onto an RS now?
Gaz
I have the chance to buy a fiesta st-1 it's done over 40,000miles it's a 63 plate it's less than £10,000 should I do it?
Garyjames1701 it's £9,600
It has the style pack as well
I prefer the cloth seats. It has the same performance that's all I'm bothered about. I think lol
Lol true but it has DAB just no nav. I care about performance
The performance is the same regardless of whether it's an st-1,2 or 3 is it not matey
Is it reliable car?
Everyone says. Super reliable
bouncy bouncy!
Im 17 in a few months and I’m going 2nd driver on my fathers insurance. How much do you think it would be to insure a fiesta st for my first car?
a fucking lot
Kyle Martin I got quoted 3k two years driving experience 😂
Yeh since this comment I’ve been quoted 6k😂😂trying find a nice little fast car for my first that will be cheap-ish on insurance
A lot , if you want a quick fiesta go for the 1L ecoboost u can get them up to 160bhp wich is pretty nippy had one and loved it moved to the ST on my 19th birthday
@@kylemartin1229 u can't go wrong with a 2005 Renault Clio, not the fastest car but fuck me are they a laugh to drive. You can proper rag them about the corners and twisty road, plus they're not that bad to insure or run, proper cheap to buy as well.
0 reasons are needed,just by one
Being lazy and not wanting to google whats the Mountune pack cost and did you fit some parts yourself. I want an induction kit and to get the ecu remapped?
mountune 215 upgrade will be roughly 600 fitted, include ecu remap, induction kit and different air feed. this remap can be fitted at most for main dealers and doesn't affect your warranty :)
thanks ryan i can get it slightly cheaper from collins performance in congleton though they have a custom setup thats hard to beat and allows you to remap at your own convenience :) thanks for the info though
+samfisherchaos Read up on Mountune, it's backed by Ford and doesn't affect your warranty, that's worth a lot! :)