Ford Fiesta (2008 - 2017) 1.6 (134bhp) S1600 3d (2011/60) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I am a Ford fan!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Lots of people look at it and turn their heads when they see it. They ask what it is. Most people think it's an ST but having to explain it is not is a little annoying :P!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes - or the Fiesta metal which also looks brilliant. For the money, it looks great, sounds nice and has decent performance with decent mpg. Its all you need on the road in my opinion.

What are you likely to buy next?

Who knows?! Another Ford for sure.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£10,000

When did you buy the car?

February 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Car was reduced because the S1600 model was hard to sell due to it's white alloys and white stripes. Doesn't appeal to everyone!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Special edition Fiesta and 1 of 500.

What was the dealer like?

Good all round service.

What's it like to drive?

The engine has an extra 14bhp over the standard Zetec-S which takes it to 134bhp. Overall it is more eager and pulls away much quicker in 1st and has a 1.7 second increase to 60mph which takes only 8.2 seconds (Ford + Top gear tested) Mid range is a little flat so you will be finding yourself using 3rd gear a lot at higher speeds and revving it hard for overtakes. 4th and 5th gear aren't very powerful at all but the car makes a decent sound still. Double exhaust sounds nice especially in 2nd. Handling is brilliant. Typical Ford!

What's it like to park?

Very good. Never had a problem with cars this small.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing at all.

What's most practical about your car?

Decent boot for a supermini.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated leather seats.