Better late than never as they say?
At last here is my Green FiST! I?ve had it for about 7 weeks and it has been a blast! My previous cars were a Mk4 Jetta, 8th Gen Civic Si (FG2) and an FR-S. If these first few weeks are any indication, this is definitely the best one yet.
I cross shopped primarily between the GTI and WRX. In the end this silly little hatchback won out, though it was a tough choice between it and the Subaru.
Like many of us I couldn?t find what I wanted on the lot, or any lot within 500 miles for that matter, so I ordered. I placed mine through Ted Britt Ford in Fairfax, VA. Had a great experience with them, ask for Bernie, he is the man!
I only wanted two options. Green and Recaros. I had seen a picture a few years back of Gotta Have it Green on a Mustang, and thought it was a really cool color. After studying hundreds of pictures of Fiestas, I decided that although white and silver were the most handsome, the green had won my heart over. It?s a ridiculous color for a ridiculous car. As far as Recaros, I was very wishy washy as my first impression wasn?t favorable. I figured if I did not like them, there was bound to be someone who would take them off my hands. Long story short, I am very glad I ordered them.
No crazy plans as of yet. Probably some of the usual powertrain mods and perhaps a few small cosmetic or functional changes. So far the only noteworthy addition is a small Kenwood under the seat sub.
Friend, family, and coworker reactions have been entertaining to say the least and run the spectrum, though I have been surprised at the people who ultimately admit they kinda like it. As for me, I'm hooked.
Here are some personal ?Achievements Unlocked? just for fun?
First Hatchback
First ?Domestic? Car
First Powertrain that isn?t a N/A 2.0
Lightest Car
Least Expensive Car (adjusted for inflation, still close even not adjusted)
Second car assembled in Mexico
First non-neutral color
Gratuitous Sunset Shot
At last here is my Green FiST! I?ve had it for about 7 weeks and it has been a blast! My previous cars were a Mk4 Jetta, 8th Gen Civic Si (FG2) and an FR-S. If these first few weeks are any indication, this is definitely the best one yet.
I cross shopped primarily between the GTI and WRX. In the end this silly little hatchback won out, though it was a tough choice between it and the Subaru.
Like many of us I couldn?t find what I wanted on the lot, or any lot within 500 miles for that matter, so I ordered. I placed mine through Ted Britt Ford in Fairfax, VA. Had a great experience with them, ask for Bernie, he is the man!
I only wanted two options. Green and Recaros. I had seen a picture a few years back of Gotta Have it Green on a Mustang, and thought it was a really cool color. After studying hundreds of pictures of Fiestas, I decided that although white and silver were the most handsome, the green had won my heart over. It?s a ridiculous color for a ridiculous car. As far as Recaros, I was very wishy washy as my first impression wasn?t favorable. I figured if I did not like them, there was bound to be someone who would take them off my hands. Long story short, I am very glad I ordered them.
No crazy plans as of yet. Probably some of the usual powertrain mods and perhaps a few small cosmetic or functional changes. So far the only noteworthy addition is a small Kenwood under the seat sub.
Friend, family, and coworker reactions have been entertaining to say the least and run the spectrum, though I have been surprised at the people who ultimately admit they kinda like it. As for me, I'm hooked.
Here are some personal ?Achievements Unlocked? just for fun?
First Hatchback
First ?Domestic? Car
First Powertrain that isn?t a N/A 2.0
Lightest Car
Least Expensive Car (adjusted for inflation, still close even not adjusted)
Second car assembled in Mexico
First non-neutral color
Gratuitous Sunset Shot
