Hi everyone.
Just got out of an old Jeep Cherokee. It was great for camping, exploring the mountains here in Colorado and my dog loved it. However, the gas mileage was terrible and most of my driving was commuting. I missed having a fun car.
My brother drives a 2017 Focus ST that he does autoX with. I went with him a couple months ago and was hooked. So my search began. I wanted something fun but not too flashy that would still be practical enough for a Colorado dog owner. While I liked the FoST, it didn't feel all that special. I was looking at the Toyota 86 chassis, the GTI, a WRX, and even a Civic Si. Those all had things I liked but still didn't feel like they fit what I wanted.
Honestly, I almost completely looked over the Fiesta ST. Long story short, I ended up test driving a used 2016 FiST with the Recaro seat option and fell in love! Plus this 3 year old car only had 8,000 miles.
I've been driving it for about 3 weeks now and do not regret it one bit. I could see myself owning this thing for many years.
I don't plan on doing too much to it. Mostly just the common entry upgrades: RMM, 2-point brace, good tires, weather tech mats. I may get a second set of wheels/tires to autoX with for next spring. Mostly l just want to maintain it and keep it classy. It is my DD.
So hi!
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Just got out of an old Jeep Cherokee. It was great for camping, exploring the mountains here in Colorado and my dog loved it. However, the gas mileage was terrible and most of my driving was commuting. I missed having a fun car.
My brother drives a 2017 Focus ST that he does autoX with. I went with him a couple months ago and was hooked. So my search began. I wanted something fun but not too flashy that would still be practical enough for a Colorado dog owner. While I liked the FoST, it didn't feel all that special. I was looking at the Toyota 86 chassis, the GTI, a WRX, and even a Civic Si. Those all had things I liked but still didn't feel like they fit what I wanted.
Honestly, I almost completely looked over the Fiesta ST. Long story short, I ended up test driving a used 2016 FiST with the Recaro seat option and fell in love! Plus this 3 year old car only had 8,000 miles.
I've been driving it for about 3 weeks now and do not regret it one bit. I could see myself owning this thing for many years.
I don't plan on doing too much to it. Mostly just the common entry upgrades: RMM, 2-point brace, good tires, weather tech mats. I may get a second set of wheels/tires to autoX with for next spring. Mostly l just want to maintain it and keep it classy. It is my DD.
So hi!
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