Ford Fiesta (2008 - 2017) 1.6 Zetec S 3d (2008/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
My car is slightly modified, so probably boy racer :(.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My friends are so jealous, my family think it is really 'flashy'. My neighbour wants to buy it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
If it had the engine from the old ST and a 6th gear then definitely.
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 118i mainly because of the rear wheel drive, 6th gear and slightly quicker.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,500
When did you buy the car?
September 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
I got a very good deal when buying the car. I wanted a white one but it seemed so much more expensive than my one which is black.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Liked the look of the car. Good price.
What was the dealer like?
I was very happy, got the brakes changed and paint touched up.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It is a great car to drive, handling is brilliant. Could do with a bit more power as it probably looks faster than it is. The one thing that really anoys me is no sixth gear, I do mostly motorway driving and drive really economically and only get 36-38mpg at 70 because its revving so much.
What's it like to park?
Very easy, the adaptive steering is really good.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The only things I have had is every now and then (99% of the time in winter) I get a message come up on start up saying there is is a brake system malfunction but there is no problem. I think it is just water freezing on them as the brakes work fine. Another thing I have had is loss of power for a short time but has only happened twice.
What's most practical about your car?
I suppose the boot is ok for the size of the car.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
My favourite bits about the car is the Zetec S bodykit over the standard looking car. The 17" alloys are nice too.
