Ford Fiesta ST (2005 - 2008) 2.0 ST (11/05-) 3d (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Enthusiastic about cars, probably that I'm an enthusiastic driver too.

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

They think its the best car I've owned so far, no negative comments so far!

Would you buy this car again and why?

If I were getting rid of my old Fiesta again, yes, I would certainly buy another Fiesta ST. From here upwards I can only imagine myself stepping up to perhaps a Focus ST or RS.

What are you likely to buy next?

Focus ST.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,250

When did you buy the car?

March 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Fair deal - part exchanged my 2000 100k Fiesta for £500 against the cost of the new car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Always been a fan of the Fiesta and the ST was a logical step up. Like the styling and had heard good things about the engine and handling.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly, helpful.

What's it like to drive?

Very nice indeed - handles absolutely brilliantly on B roads, motorway cruising could be better with the addition of a 6th gear - the engine revs too highly at 70mph. On track, it's a great handling little car, a small amount of understeer when accelerating but easily corrected. Grips well with the correct tyres.

What's it like to park?

Very easy indeed. It has a reverse gear, it has windows. What more do you need?

Have you had any problems with the car?

Air Conditioning needed re-gassing.

What's most practical about your car?

Flat folding rear seats, can fit a fair amount of stuff in the back when the seats are folded all the way down.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Trip computer or 6CD changer.