A thread for our beloved econobox pocket rockets. Talk experiences, ask for advice and questions and generally shitpost about the Fiesta ST.
Previous Thread: Fuck if I know >"I got the Civic mate" edition Have any of you ever driven a Type-R hot hatch? Was it actually any good?
>What is a "Hot Hatch"? A Hot Hatch is a manufacturer produced, performance oriented variant of a standard hatchback, designed for improved handling, increased top speed, acceleration and generally enhance the driving experience.
>Are all Hot Hatches FWD? No. Whilst most Hot Hatches are FWD, some are AWD or even RWD.
>Isn't FWD shit? No. Just because you can't get the arse out by stamping on the accelerator doesn't mean you can't have fun.
>Aren't Hot Hatches just for Europoors? No; with the launch of the Fiesta and Focus ST to joining the MS3 and Abarth in the US, it seems like the Hot Hatch is beginning to take off on the other side of the Atlantic, but Europoors definitely have more choice.
>Is the Fiesta ST actually good? The Fiesta ST is one of the best small hot hatches on offer at the minute; so yeah they're pretty good.
drove an FN2 a couple of months ago, what do you want to know?
I consider revving the shit out of an engine fun, so to say I quite liked was an understatement. Transmission is about as much fun as it gets in transverse setup. seats, steering etc are just as good as you'd expect from a Honda back then. It also had an LSD so it kinda pulled into the corner under power which felt amazing.
Suspension is very stiff though, almost too stiff for using it outside a racetrack. All in all a great car imho,and it looks amazing in white.
totally would own, but I'm in a comfy phase right now and content with my W124
Brody Jones
Twas thinking of a Fiesta ST, but the standard features, options, and really low prices on a used MazdaSpeed3 is REALLY hard to pass up.
Nolan King
Ms3 is pretty glorious, good buy either way bud
Austin Peterson
I had one as a company car for a bit, sort of wish I still did
Jace Morales
I'm considering getting a used 135i, what should be aware of these cars? Other than lolbmwreliability.
