4 Year Focus ST Review
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- čas přidán 17. 03. 2020
- I have had my Focus ST for over 4 years now and wanted to bring you my thoughts on the car. let me know what you think in the comments and what other videos you would like to see on my car.
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The virus may stop me from staying on campus for school, buying toilet paper, and going on a cruise this month but it will not stop me from driving my FOST every day for no reason other than driving it
hahaha I love it
It might. Lockdown coming soon
The ST. A raw, track-bred, performance machine. Couldn’t agree more😂
I just bought a 17 Oxford white st3 a week ago. It’s my first manual and I absolutely love it so far! Thanks for all your informative videos 👍
You got it! Congrats on the ST
I have always loved the focus line since I was a kid and saw the svt for the first time, and a couple of months ago found a fantastic deal for a never sold 2017 ST3 with only 20 miles on it at the ford dealer. It was like it was waiting there for me to find it and your videos were such an inspiration to buy it. Very keen to see your next modifications. I’m sure all the focus community will love them!!
Wilfredo Vives ; Wilfredo, if you don’t mind me asking; How much did you pay for it? Were they willing to negotiate at the Ford Dealer for it? My guess is you paid $ 27,000. Am I close? Have fun with it! They are great cars.
Philip Rosenthale Hello Philip! They weren’t willing to negotiate at all. They told me it was already a “sale” price, which was true, as I paid $25,000 tax included. I think it was a very good price. Thanks! I am having a blast with it! Do you own one?
Thanks for the great video as always. I have a 2018 FOST and absolutely love it can’t wait to go get in it every morning and head off to work it’s great on the weekends to love it!
Keep it up yo! I love my ST. I have had it for 2.5 years now and I always get the itch to mod it but don’t like the typical mods that people do. Plus, working as a technician I appreciate oem parts. Anyways keep up the videos and I’d love to see more “OEM plus” type mods.
I bought a 2018 ST3 in stealth grey 2 weeks ago. Your videos really helped me look for things before buying as well as giving me options for the future. Great videos and informative. Shaun UK.
Oooh I just picked up a stealth grey ST3 today. I didn't like the MK4 ST so decided to get the best MK3 I could get. UK obviously as ford for some reason won't sell the mk4in the US.
Love your videos man! Putting in my Ford Performance exhaust Friday! Watched your videos on it and how much you enjoyed it and I was sold. Anyways, Keep up the good work man!
Love the content of your videos!! I’ve been interested in buying a used Focus ST for a while and after watching most of your videos I pretty much know everything about the car already! Keep up the good job man
Thank you! Glad the videos help!
So glad I'm going to see more ST content🥺🙏🏻 AND YES MAN VIDEOS WITH CAMERON ALFORD
LoL nice editing. Beard looks great!
Just over two weeks of driving my 2016 St2 and it's a great car!
I came from a first year 2006 gen4 Mitsubishi Eclipse
You are right about not getting the first year of a generation... avoid it if you can.
And this thing feels like a futuristic lovely piece of equipment I must say.
The eclipse grew on me, but this is just on a whole other level.
Focus is @ 20,600 miles right now. Hoping for many years to come
I’m at 2 years with my 2015 focus st and just hit 65000 miles and I just realized I subscribed to you after buying my focus. Love this channel and my car has worn very little surprisingly. The only complaint I have is my seats stain really easily since I have st1 and paint chips other then that I Love my car ❤️.
Lmao love the humor as always. I heard you talk about the Mountune performance package - I suggest getting a custom tune from Brian Tyson at JST performance. Throw an Intercooler and DP on and a world of a difference 🤙
Thanks Gjeebs, great video, and still your love for the car
A video i need right now! More on the focus st! Im still hoping to buy one here in New Zealand shortly
💯 on the suspension love the handling on these cars from factory and even with upgrades and a tune the chassis can handle the slight bump in power
That beautiful white WRX at 3:40, surprised you didn't highlight it in post. Great video though, just like all your other ones :)
Fascinating video, interesting how fuel octane changes in different countries. In the Uk our minimum is 95 but I buy 99 octane for my M140i. We also have ethanol added to the fuel but not at the higher octane.Looking forward to many more videos to come with both the ST and M2 👍
Hi Andrew! In the US we use another formula to calculate the octane. In the Uk as in most places in Europe they use the Research Octane Number (RON) formula. There is another formula used mostly in some countries in the Pacific, Motor Octane Number (MON) formula. In the US we use the Anti-knock Index (ROM + MON)/2. Making the Anti-Knock Index between 4 to 6 numbers lower than your ROM rating for the same gas. Our 93 will be between 97 to 99 octane in your country. I actually buy unleaded 101 for my car that will correspond to 105 to107 in UK.. Just different measurement system.
My ST3 is my daily as well as my warrior for work trips, the seats are just angled enough where your legs start to ache after 4/5 hours in the car... Same complaint is just driving in traffic in the city. Otherwise the car is great, I moved dressers, fish tanks, ladders everything in this hatch, dont think I'd get any other type of car besides a wagon after this. Keep up the good work!!
I notice wear on my steering wheel as well, including the threads coming loose where my thumbs sit at the 9 and 3 grips. I've just started wearing driving gloves whenever i'm in the car. That has basically arrested the wear on the wheel almost entirely. I would recommend gloves as well, because not only will they protect the wheel but they also give you more grip. Leather-on-leather ensures no chance of slipping, yet somehow lets you maintain perfect control of how much traction you have on the wheel so you can still let it slip through your hands in parking lots and such. Also with the smooth shifter- gloves are practically a must with dry hands.
Also BECAUSE RACE CAR
Nice to see another video on the ST. Wondering why you never upgraded the intercooler, it is probably the best first mod to do to the car. Looking forward to see more videos on the ST and maybe even the collaboration with Cameron. Only recently discovered his channel and he has some nice content as well. No fan of the look of that Tomei exhaust, but in real life it may be not so bad. If I understood correct, Cameron will sell his ST shortly? Anyway this comment is getting to large, try keep up the good stuff and keep strong in the hard Corona times
I just got my 2015 ST back from the dealership due to a blown turbo, and cracked head at 98k miles. I still love my ST though, so far its running great.
Great video brother. I've been considering upgrading to a Quaife ATB LSD on my 2018 ST1. It's not something I see mentioned much in mod lists but the reviews on the Mountune website suggest doing it first before adding any power. Thoughts?
Hi Gjeebs.
Currently in self isolation here in Northern Ireland cough cough 🤢😷
I have the mountune mp275 installed, and I would highly recommend it. Would also recommend that you get a decent intercooler and a gearbox mount for the extra torque as well.
I am definitely going to get the mountune mp300 that also gives you 480nm of torque. You would need to get a downpipe sports cat for that. Also a good modification to get is the focus rs clutch kit fits perfectly into your st.
Lol I love your vids man keep it up
Dude your so funny love your videos
Suggest you look into the Mountune B1 package (Cobb accesport with custom tune and intercooler). With the B1 accesport you can download other tuner's tunes unlike the MP275 package where the accesport is locked for only mountunes mtunes. B1 is $1K and you can get the intercooler piping for around $450. That's $1,450 (B1) vs $2k (MP275). The only thing the MP275 adds is a filter and intake. With the B1 you get a versatile accesport minus a filter and intake. Mountune also recently HAD the quaife LSD on sale for $800 (now back to $1k). I would recommend the B1 package along with the LSD, when it goes back on sale. Although, I bet you can finagle a deal with mountune since your a youtube star
just hit 20k on my 2018 st2 magnetic metallic w/ snowflake wheels
I would love a collab video with Cameron where you drive each other's cars and share your opinions on them!!!
Yo peep that 2.5rs at 3:39. Damn it looks clean, I need.
One of my buddies had the St & he did a way bigger Turbo upgrade & all the piping exhaust downpipe intake all at the same time made about 350hp almost 400tq motor was completely stock he just traded it for the Focus RS & now he drives a gt350r
Got 73k now , I think I have the same issue that you have with that evap system. But other than that its been reliable
110k on my '16 and have loved all 109,994mi. I put on it... All stock, not 1 issue with it to date. Upgrades began now 😁
That’s great to hear
@@Gjeebs Yes SIRRRRRRR!... So far, so good. A very reliable car if you ask my opinion. Wish Ford had put an ST footrest in it but, Weather Tech solved that issue.
There’s probably a solenoid on the M2. My E90 335i had one on the driver’s side. Unhook it and you will have exhaust out of both sides all the time. That was before active exhaust buttons and drive modes.
Try drive the new fiesta st bro, amazing car. If you do anything to your focus st fit a proper lsd, mountune offer one i think
Like the beard. You look like Richard Hammond.
Hey Gjeebs great vlog. I'd like to throw this one out, my 2017 has little less than 17K miles still have the F1 Good Year tyres and I notice on the edge of all 4 tyres have small chunks or deep cuts on them as if it we're Rot Tyres... any ideas what it might be? Any suggestion would be appreciated.
Watching your video let me sold my 2015 Mustang GT for a 2017 Focus ST.
Nice how do you like it compared to the mustang?
Hi Gjeebs. I’m living in the SF Bay Area, driving a V8 is really useless (heavy traffic and horrible jams). And my Mustang is a 2015 model, the MyFord Touch system is total garbage. Now I have Sync3! And I got 26 MPG in the city to compare with my Mustang which was 17 MPG. Daily my Mustang has to refill the gas a lot. I put Borla exhaust (sound symposer deleted) and K/N Air intake on my FoST. After the change to FoST, I could take a nap in my back seat and I also get a sunroof. And I love the sound, power (with good MPG), and control (with Recaro) up till now.
I would have loved to keep my ST, it was great daily driver with plenty of power and lots of space. However in the one year i owned my brand new 2018 ST, it had transmission and brake line issues. Sure its covered under warranty but for a car that had under 9k miles in my opinion it shouldnt be having those kinds of issues.
you can go big turbo while keepin it really reliable !
OMG haha im so glad im not the only one that does that. 2:40 People are so damn impatient haha. I drive an RSX and I could easily not let them pass but it takes alot to keep my cool and just carry on. Fucking people lol congrats on the ST also. I've been looking to get one for a couple weeks now but the for the price i've also been wanting to get an S2K. Two completely different cars I know, but I love both. Your ST videos always make me want to get one.
Hey Gjeebs. What do you think about the 228i/230i (if you've driven them)? They seem to be going for roughly the same price as low mileage BRZs.
Hey Gjeebs I have a White 2015 ST2 and could be in the video of the comparison with Cameron Alfred
Also in the Phoenix/Chandler area
I sold my 2013 ST3 about four months ago. I got a loaded Audi A6 Premium Plus with the suspension package, 19” wheels, cold weather package which includes heated steering wheel, four zone HVAC, heated seats front and rear. The car has LED everything including LED headlights! It has virtually the exact same hp & torque 2.0 liter turbo, intercooled four banger as my ST3. One more ft lb of torque...that’s the difference in the two motors output. The big difference is my A6 weighs 800 lbs more than the Ford does. Also I have a ZF 8 Speed Tiptronic transmission vs a 6 speed manual. Yes, I miss shifting but that ZF box is a legend as anyone who is familiar with it already knows. They put that transmission in so many different high end cars it’s ridiculous. I love the Audi experience but I’m not gonna lie, I do miss the playfulness of the ST3. It really is a track car for the street.
Congrats on the A6!
Do you have a full mod list, I went crazy when I bought mine in August, Megan racing downpipe, depo racing intercooler stratified tune stage 2 very very fun
You’re channel is sweet tho, follow me on Instagram drew__st
Do you have a ceramic coating on your car? It looks really nice. I did a ceramic coating on my 2019 Si.. when you wash it it looks like it's waxed it's a trip & it protects from a lot of dirt I haven't washed in 3 weeks cuz of all the rain haha I live in Phoenix like you do
I enjoy the shit out of my Honda Civic SI I've driven a lot of other cars but afterward for some reason I just miss my Honda & when I get back in it I feel like I'm at home. It does have a lot of tech because it's a new car but relatively simple, awsome feeling 6-speed manual w limited slip diff, good size tires 235/40/18 plenty of power especially after a reflash. reliable & easy to work on the small shit. Honda doesn't really need much air filter & oil change. Mine does NOT have that oil dilution issue I check it all the time & never seen any problem whatsoever. But nice ass cars u have dude!
I would suggest Mitch at CPE he is a magician with our platform for any build daily or track car
Is anyone else still having warm start issues after the PCV recall? At 60,000 km and no codes are thrown when it happens.
what exhaust mods do you have on your st?
LSD is missing from that track race machine
Agree. It’s would enhance the driving experience a lot
MP275 coming soon?
THAT 2.5rs tho 3:38
link for video explaining corona?
It’s up now. Sorry!
@@Gjeebs all good just wanted you to know before thousands of views!
Just got a focus st, what should my first upgrade be, and than the next 3 after that
Intercooler rear motor mount accessport/tune and exhasut
@@facerapi2920 agreed. +CatchCan first maybe.
Forgot about that haha
@@facerapi2920 Me too until like 55kmiles... Facepalm. Lol
I got 33k and yet to get one. Probably the next thing to come.
Please do a colab!!!!
I’m looking at a 15 st3 with 97k on it no upgrades wondering if it’s a gonna be reliable anyone tell me any things to look out for
Trying to get one too
Any advice on looking for a used ST?
Check if the AGS are still on, if they are that means they most likely never had an intercooler put on and the tuning was not very extreme. Check the condition of the seats and interior thoroughly. If this is very clean, most likely the car was properly maintained. Get VIN number and call ford dealership to make sure there are no outstanding recalls and if there are can they fix them for free. Those are a couple to start
Gjeebs thanks man appreciate it
The way he keeps talking about the handling, you would think he's driving a porsche lol
C-Wavy I own both, Might as well be a hatch 911 😂😂
M2 will open up second pipe once you get on it
I wanna sell my 2018 Focus st3 but I still owe $17900 and I just had a kid my wife is telling me to get a bigger car but my credit if f***ed what can I do?
Try and sell it for as close to 17,900 as possible or go to the dealership and see if they can get you out of it and into a new car without piling on to that debt
dieself450fx4 not knowing the full details of your situation i’d suggest selling the focus and NOT going to a dealer for another new car get something used off facebook marketplace that will be reliable and doesnt cost a fortune to have worked on. use that car while you save money and fix your credit. dave ramsey makes good videos on people in your situation
dieself450fx4 not knowing the full details of your situation i’d suggest selling the focus and NOT going to a dealer for another new car get something used off facebook marketplace that will be reliable and doesnt cost a fortune to have worked on. use that car while you save money and fix your credit. dave ramsey makes good videos for people in your situation
Go and trade in your ST for a cheap but reliable car that's got low running costs etc. Pay around $5k maybe, don't go too cheap or it'll probably have problems and cost you loads. It will be a boring 2.0 or 1.6 diesel probably, I'm not really sure what's properly reliable in that bracket.
You might find that the dealer gives you less than $17900 for your car, let's say $15000 at a guess. Then they will add the $2900 to the used car you're buying for $5k and you will end up financing $7900 over however long you need, maybe 3-4 years? Hopefully they will give you more for it, best care scenario is they pay it off completely and you have extra cash to put towards the new cheap runabout.
That's about the only thing you can do in your situation apart from convincing the mrs to keep the st.
Oh and next time don't borrow so much, that's where I'm at. I'm doing ok but realise I'm spending too much monthly and it's for 4 years. My next car will probably be an ST tbh but I'm saving up, waiting until my finance is up and then I'll only have to finance about 1/3 of the coat of the car over around 2 years. Plus I'll save up after I've paid off my finance for 6 months or so to save up a lot more so I borrow less.
Wassup Pimps!!
WHAT UP PIMPS! lol
About 10 thousand will die out of 7.5 billion, its not that bad 🤷🏻♂️
Kirk cousins drives an st? huh