Ford Fiesta ST180 review after 4 years and 61,000 miles... 

Hi Mark I have only just come across your video, rather by accident and realised, that's my car! How are you? Quick update; set a PB at Wiscombe Park in April, 2nd in Class at Abingdon in June with a Class win on the second course but they add the best from two courses for the result and I was driving like an old f**t in the morning. Finished off at Goodwood with a Class win in September, 3.8 seconds faster than I'd managed in my Alfa and 3.6s faster than in a borrowed Honda S2000(my son's). Just starting to get the hang of it when winter arrived. I've done nothing to the car except check those hoses, glued the o/side front door seal to the window frame and checked the oil level. We did 1000 miles last week through France, Belgium and Germany and, apart from the noise under load it was fine, returning 44mpg without trying to economise. Now I am going to clean those seats. Again! 66,000 miles on the clock and thinking about how to go faster next year.

anyone else notice the merc in front of him do a savage pass at 6:28

0:24 RIP Pigeon

I skipped the MP215 package, I went straight to Stage 2 with Revo, got to say, glad I didn't bother with the MP215 or any other Stage 1 package, the difference in power and 'shove' as you say is truly epic, couldn't imagine having my ST any other way now. It's incredibly fun to drive! I imagine it's very similar to the MR230, but my ST with Revo Stage 2 is running just over 240hp so probably has a little bit more 'go' in it than the MR kit, but probably isn't much in it in the real world! Was certainly a lot cheaper though! To go from stock to Stage 2 with Revo it only cost me £2150, everything included (fitting etc.), couldn't be happier!

Had my 17 ST for a year now, put in 13k miles. So far no problems

I spent the whole time watching this video wounding why you gave up a fiesta st for some Hyundai...properly confused the whole time. Happy to here a proper explanation

Thanks for the head up on the Fiesta ST, they look a great hot hatch.

I'm going to leave the RS standard he says, let's see how long he can resist the urge lol. I'm currently running a white fiesta st myself. Had it new since nov 2016. Great car, already got mods planned for it.

Got the MP215 and the shift kit. Everybody likes more power, but any more would change it too much, I think, for me. The extra torque and top end power make it plenty quick for daily driving, while keeping it quiet and smooth.

at first it was a sad video, letting the fiesta go (especially for a hyandai) but good on ya, the rs is a great car to trade up to. for me I'll be enjoying my fiesta st as long as I can, and thanks for the vedeos, the St community Is top notch

Hey Mark, what an excellent review you've put together here. I purchased a Fiesta ST last week and have already found much of what you have said to be true. Great to know about the boost clamps e.t.c and your opinion of the MP215 - which will be my Christmas present to myself. Once again, thanks for the excellent video.

Great video! Love the clips and pictures you’ll look back on this in years to come with cracking memories

Great summary of the ST. Detailed graphs! Crazy driving by the Focus at 6.30min.

Shame to see your beloved Fiesta go but I'm looking forward to seeing what you make of the RS, especially on track. Maybe grab another passenger lap with you round Goodwood some time?

Excited for the new videos. A person down the road from me has a 17 plate blue mk3 RS and it looks stunning.

Fantastic review, very informative. Thank you. Just thinking about buying a used one of these, so your video has come in very handy. Good luck with your RS hope you enjoy it, look forward to seeing your reviews on that too.

I’m test driving a silver ST tomorrow. I’ve heard about the paint issues from many sources, so I’m looking into painting the car one day.

Four years. With Ford finance the annual milage limit is 6000 miles .24000.

great review seems the only issues where when you modified it. depreciation image etc stealability worst points

Have owned Focus RS mk2 and Focus rs mk3 focus st m3 x6 slk 55 amg rrs etc now 2017 fiesta st the best all rounder money can buy

Good video thanks. I will be following your route from ST to RS but my ST has only done 20,000 so far in 3 years so hoping to keep it another year or two then maybe get a used RS. I always seem to be 2 or 3 years behind everybody when it comes to cars haha. Thanks for uploading!

The wheel colour is Oyster grey. That’s what ford told me after checking a curbed wheel

Very honest review. Thank you!

This was much more heartbreaking than a Titanic movie. In video it seems like there will be a hole in your heart that no AWD beast can fill again :-D

Hello Mark, I really hope you'll still reply to comments left on this video after 3 years. I'm in a situation where I might make an opposite swap as to what you've done. I've recently lived a year with a 430hp M135i and have now been living with an F87 M2 N55 for the past year. Full exhaust, downpipes, intercooler, chargepipes, tune running 440HP and 640NM. I'm now about to start building my house, and I think I'll be selling my M2 so I can use the money for the house instead of borrowing more and paying interest on that. So I was looking for a very cheap but mainly fun car and the best solution I seem to have come to is the mk7.5 fiesta st. I can pick one up with exactly 61.000 miles for very cheap (6k pounds). It's an ST2 with the leather and heated seats ect. I was wondering in your experience, will I be happy with the exchange and find peace and fun in the fiesta st? Or is it a horrible horrible downgrade which I'll regret every day of the ownership experience. Everyone seems to scream off rooftops about how fun these fiesta's are, but I guess thats speaking in relative terms when you're comparing them to other 6-9k cars, not against 45k cars? Your opinion on this could really help me in my purchasing process. Kind regards, Aaron

You must live near me! Driving through fontwell, yapton ect..

I love the Fiesta ST. They are really great little cars. Enjoy the RS. I really love the RS as well. They are amazing cars. I am a huge Ford enthusiast. I own 2 Fords. I love and adore both of my Fords. I will be watching your next vids for sure.

What do you advise about the wet timing belt i always wanyed a ford fiesta st i c Got a second hand one 55 ,000 i made them change the timing belt and water pump ive be told a service change every year sholud be fine i enjoyed you videos

Nice vid, look forward to RS videos, I'm sure they are going to be great :)

thank you

mk2 RS at 06:45

Hi Mark. Really enjoy your videos. I know you are a Focus RS owner now (very jealous), but just a quick question on the Fiesta ST with Mountune upgrades. I have a FiST 2015 with the MP215 kit and tune (with mTune etc), plus Mountune Catback exhaust and other add ons... soon to get a Mishimoto OCC and an intercooler upgrades.... slowly working up towards full Stage 2 hardware and tune (aka MR230 like you had). I also hear lot of great things about Peron 1+ and 2 tunes, but to use them, I'd have to spend over double on the Peron programmer hardware and software... where I can just pay for the MR230 upgrade tune at a fraction of the cost when ready and that would be more than enough for the odd track day etc. My question is, when you get the upgraded MR230 tune on the mTune handset, does it overwrite the MP215 tune? Ideally, I'd like to revert between the MP215 tune - which I think is perfect (sweetspot as you say) for a daily driver tune with plenty of shove if you need it. But on a track day, the MR230 tune would be even more fun... but when back on the road, put back to MP215 as it would be more fuel efficient etc. than a more aggressive Stage 2 tune - even if driving non-enthusiastically. If the MR230 tune upgrade overwrites the MP215 tune on the mTune handset, the other option is to buy a different vendor tuner (like Peron) and run the MP215 as a daily (separate tunes/handsets). I figure the mTune being basically a restricted Euro version of the US COBB AccessPort, I know the COBB accessport can hold numerous Maps/tunes through the handset and the accessport manager software. Hopefully mTune is the same? What is your experience with this? I've emailed Mountune about this, but haven't heard back as yet. Thanks again for all your help and great content!

Thanks for this video. Speaking of the exhaust noise, how does it compare to Clio 3RS which you said you've owned previously?

Were you happy with the colour you chose? I only ask as some say it only looks Orange in sunlight and looks like a dull red the rest of the time. Thanks.

great video so you think the rs will appreciate in value and be a future classic

14’ focus st 81,000 miles no issues

That car u r in Hyundai I think occasional glimpses at the H logo on the steering wheel it seems very quiet in the cabin...which year and model is it as I want to buy a small quiet with minimal road noise car ahar..ok you mentioned it at the end did you do a review?

What gear was you in when you done that pull that surprised me how quick it got up there

I'm still enjoying mine... almost 50,000 km into ownership. I have the MP215 and I understand what you say about the sweet spot. Even with the MP215 I had to go to Bridgestone RE003 to get full grip most of the time in first. You are on the same path I am on hopefully, all but about 1 1/2 years in front of me. Is the RS Focus 2nd hand and how many kilometers and have they depreciated much...?

i read loads of gearbox some where on there 3de box !!! DMF failure and coolant leaks.that put me off big time + the plastic rattely interieur

Hi mark you said use tesco momentum petrol you had no problems using that and also did you get good miles out of that My friends tell me to use shell Vpower but I would have to drive 5 miles to get it and tesco is down the road from me this is the first st i have had so you are the best guy to ask thanks

Excellent review.

Thanks...

Subscribed 👍🏼 looking forward to seeing the RS

Excellent video, thanks for sharing as I'm looking at buying one but the st3! Looks like I'll be onto a winner and want it with or extra purchase of the mp215 👍

Is that the shell garage opposite timperley cricket?

Awesome stuff mark.

What tyres did you used to run on track and how did you find them

thanks for that mark

Hi Mark, Great channel and very informative. Looking at upgrading my ST to take the MP215 package. What is your advice in relation to insurance quotes and premium increases? My concern is that my insurance company will either reject the policy or look to add a significant premium which would negate the benefit.

What brake pads and disks did you find best? And also which tyres?

Did you PX Fiesta ST for Focus RS or sell privately?

These higher mile st 1.6 ecoboosts.... did you find it used more oil and was you topping up coolant more often as it got over 50k miles?

nice video. thanks!

Thank you very much for your thoughts on owning a Fiesta ST. I am considering getting one. The only doubt I have is of the electric assisted steering, which is a common complaint for me of modern cars since it can make the steering feel very vague especially around the straight ahead position as if there was a deadzone. How is it on the Fiesta ST you had? I need to take one on a test drive to get my view, but asking so I have more opinions on this. Cheers. Also I have subscribed.

Fantastic video!!! Thanks for a great review... Considering to buy one now :P

Great Video...keep it up !

Did you get the time to measure it on the dyno after last year's hose clamp tightening? :)

All my hose clamps seem to be the constant tension type ones. Which are the ones that are coming loose?

I thought you sold your fiesta to get a Hyundai for a second :p

Hi mark, were you not tempted by MR265? I think it would keep up or better than an RS on track

I've recently picked up an ST with the orange seats is there a particular fabric cleaner you recommended, also what tyres did you mainly run?

I understand mountune dont do a resonated exhaust, but would you of considered a resonated exhaust if you were to do it again ?

Hey , that was interesting to hear, thanks. Could you send the me the costs and sheets? I'm going to buy one soon :) thank you

Hi Mark. I'm considering buying a Fiesta ST next year for my 50th (one last hot hatch blast before being sensible again). Would you say the firm ride is liveable with? Do passengers complain?

How did you get 30+ mph!!?? Im at 27mph if im driving conservatively, 24 if im going crazy

Why do you have a Hyundai steering wheel?

Have you been running it on premium or regular petrol? And what would anyone advise on this matter?

Funny you're driving that Hyundai. I got one from the insurance for a month after i wrote off my mp215. Was that a sports cat you had on the st?

Anyone else notice the Hyundai steering wheel when mentioning fiesta snobbery

Good, useful video Mark. I am about to take delivery of a new 5 door Fiesta ST. I am contemplating getting a Mountune upgrade later on, would you say the 215 with the Symposer delete might be a good option? as I also don't like lots of noise.

Is the noise different between mp215 with mountune catback and mr230 ? 🙂

Was yours and st1, 2 or 3? Just asking as you said it didnt have nav.

wouldn't the Focus RS be louder?

Hi Mark! Just a quick question.. you mention checking for boost leakage, how do I check this on my ST? Also, I curbed my driver side alloys and they painted them a slightly darker grey to the rudo grey,.. I had no idea Ford had never released the paint code! Love the videos buddy Thanks.

Was the ST really £47 a week for fuel? -.-

Hi mark I have a fiesta ST 2017 I see on your video you did 61000 miles wot petral do you recommend to use

Knew id seen this car in bognor!!!

yea awesome video !! thank you and yes that 5th dislike\like is the same for me... always end up fighting people on the road and i always end up putting my right foot flat as the fiesta st just loves it and the other person depending on what their driving usually gets very angry IF i left them behind but hey its only a fiesta right, so why get so dam angry lol...?? i been left behind many times also tho but i don't make hand signals out the window... xD

Was that a bird at 0:23??

Ah! I see now....

Sort the lighting out on the vidio it's all in dark

why is it a problem if you perceive others dismissing your car as "just a Fiesta"? Do you have an obligation to satisfy or impress them? :p

25 seconds in - Hyundai?????

8:30 stickier tryes? thats a bike tyre!

197bhp on overboost!

How weird you love it’s ability to breake traction. Makes zero sense, since it’s front wheel drive. Think you got something about drifting wrong :)

Bognor!

0:23 did you hit a bird? Lol

Whys he drivin a hunday while talkin bout the fister

I can't take anyone who drives on the wrong side of the road seriously....

Thanks...