Joe, this video helped me a lot and I ended up getting a Fiesta ST EXACTLY like this, only without the Recaro seats. The one I got was only one of two Fiesta STs left with a 6-speed manual and I knew it was "NOW or NEVER". So far I'm extremely happy with it. The car is a secondary vehicle to my EcoBoost Mustang and it's just an absolute BLAST! Thanks for continuing to do these great videos.
I got my ST in 2014 when they first came out, I’m on my 4th set of tires, I’m 70 and have had many cars and motorcycles, box stock this is the most fun car I’ve ever had. I have intake, 3” exhaust, beefier rear motor mount, short shift kit, gas pedal spacer for better heal-toe shifting, front end lip spoiler, blacked out hood, with sticky Mitchlen tires, handles like it’s on rails, I embarrass a lot of people with that car
Hey mike,...I got a 2016 fiesta st and thinking about modifications,...what do you suggest first to boost power and handling but also keep the reliability and fuel economy intact,...thanks
Swimming with Sharks You can about 250 hp with bolt ons, first thing is get the Cobb beefier rear motor mount $155, makes a world of difference and you won’t hear the engine banging off the firewall when you throw hard shift into second and when you launch, get a short shift kit, intake 3” MBRP Exhaust, and bigger inter- cooling and all piping, combined with a Cobb stage 3 tune up. I have Mitchlen Pilot Sport A/S 3+ and they have surper grip, plus there very quiet and don’t track on the grooves on the freeway, highly recommend these tires. Enjoy your ST, there a blast to drive on 3 wheels. 🤙🏼
I'm still torn on Ford's decision to kill off their cars, Mustang excluded of course. I think it's going to backfire. Gasoline won't be sub $2/gallon forever and turbo engines never get as good gas mileage as advertised. There are still tons of Camry's, Accords, etc sold each year. I love Ford, but I think this is a bad move.
@@Rob_Nasty that's why Ford is no longer selling cars . And reliable car companies like Toyota and Honda are still selling cars . In fact Toyota sold 1 million corolla in 2017. Rob have a seat . And no need to reply .
I bought one of these, Magnetic Gray with the black wheels brand new 2019 for $16500 out the door. super happy with it, so fun to drive. i’m 6’5 and it has plenty of space for me, for a small car we have been able to fit a ton of stuff in the back, gotta love hatchbacks.
@@The_Draque it's crazy I see so many comments of low prices. They were trying to tell me it was worth $25000 in December 2019 because it's the last of a legend....I'm like you dont sell cars anymore because people want trucks, and obviously nobody but me wants this car. They of course "couldn't" go down on the price so I walked. And of course they reached out to me as the pandemic broke lol
you sir are responsible for me getting off the couch and rushing out to buy my 2018 RS LE in Nitrous Blue. i can't begin to thank you enough! btw, nice job on all the videos you post. keep up the great work! thanks!!
I’m in the market. I was thinking new, but used fiesta st’s are a tremendous value. The trick is finding them exactly like you want, at the price you want. We’ll see:)
@@scratch1200s Most STs are reliable. There was a recall on some 14s and 15s. Make sure you check the VIN before you buy one. All mid-15 and later FiSTs are good to go. There are guys on the forums with over 100,000 miles with mods, and they're still running strong.
These car companies need to get it together! Not everybody wants to drive an Suv all day everyday! Should've kept the focus rs, fiesta rs (handling tight turns) and the mustang (straight line brute force power)....give us options!
I have a 2014 Fiesta ST and still love it to this day, but one thing I regret is not getting the Recaro seats. This car is so easy to whip around corners that you need that extra bolstering, so I would HIGHLY suggest for anyone looking to buy one get the Recaros.
Awesome video brother. Love that magnetic gray with the black wheels. My '18 FiST is the metallic tri-coat white with those black wheels and a black interior. It's a great combo!! Great job as always Joe. 👍🏻
After watching this a week ago I decided to go down to my local ford dealer trade-in my Fiesta SE model for the 2019 ST. I have paid for it and awaiting delivery. They are pretty hard to get now, Only 2 near me in a 100-mile radius. I asked them to keep it wrapped for me from delivery & hoping I get close to 0 miles on the car on delivery day so I can secure a proper engine break-in procedure! I'm so excited I have been wanting this car since 2014 & finally decided! Nothing else sparked my interest and for the price, this thing is going to be amazing! I have the same paint color as this review but no black wheels or painted calipers. Thx again for the review!
@@bongodave13 It's Amazing! Even as a bigger dude I feel it has enough room and power! Already at 11k miles on my 19. So far best car. Saving for a bigger radiator & intercooler as its hot af here in Arizona.
In the market for one, I did a bit of research the last 4 weeks, Ford gives about 3K under MSRP on 2019s and up to 5K under MSRP on 2018s. They stay quite long in inventory (still niche market car), and you can even find some 2017s still new for sale for about 17K USD.
I managed to find a certified used 2016 FiST that got "lost" on the dealership after a customer bought it, wrecked the wheels, and returned it under the regret clause. It has the black painted wheels (that replaced the ones that got rekt) , Recaro seats, sunroof, and all the other stuff that you get with the highest package. Long story short, optioned-out, under 100 miles, 19k before taxes, and registration.
Great review of the FiST. Nice to see you driving the cars! The cool thing about the Fiesta ST is the warranty support for Mountune parts. You want shorter shifting? Easy. You want a LSD? They can do it. You want to make the FiST into a monster? They can do it! All warranty supported! I am not aware of any other factory warranty supported modifications offerings from other makers that make such a difference in the performance characteristics in a stock vehicle. And it stinks that Ford has given up on its US customer base in such a manner.
Thanks for the great review of this outgoing Ford product, the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST. I am seriously considering purchasing one of these, finally a dealer or two is lowering their price on their outgoing brand new Fiesta ST's. That sound as you shift through the gears is heartwarming, I wouldn't want to modify that one bit. The one I'm eyeing right now is in Super Black. Again, kudos to a great review of this car, Joe!
Thanks for the great review!! You answered my question of whether Ford was going to sell the Fiesta in 2019. I'm glad they are. It's probably going to be my next car - happily!!
Being a Ford convert, I really like this little hot hatch. I stopped knocking compact cars after seeing the Hyundai factory stunt drivers do their magic synchronized driving using plain old Hyundai Elantras. But ever heard of the 1989 Ford Festiva called the Shogun, running the Ford Taurus SHO engine? They made 7 and Jay Keno has one.
It truly is a shame they stopped making these! I enjoyed mine more than my Sti believe it or not! You also forgot to show off the cool changing lights inside. I have the same year even same color and all and never wanna get rid of her! Just a great car overall!
I’d like to see a track comparison between the RS and the FiST. Not the same league but the Fiesta sure can maintain a lot of momentum because of its handling and light weight and that pays a lot on the track.
it's a very great sport hatch, to bad they are going away, hope Ford brings something good in replacement, if not, put some money into the mustang and fix all the issues they have. Great video Joe
Go to England. They never sold a 3 door in North America. If they had, I'd have one. I had to accept 5 doors, which doesn't look as cool, is a little heavier, but also stronger in a roll-over crash. I have to admit the extra doors are useful and practical, but I'd still have gotten the big doors if there was a choice. Looks so sporty.
It's a shame you're not getting the fiesta and the focus in the United States anymore the 2019 Fiesta and focus are really really nice the interior upgrade is so good
I bought the exact color st with the same black wheels and it is every bit as awesome as you make it out to be. I just wish there was some magic way to clean the brake dust off the wheels minus the elbow grease. Any suggestions?
Yes 3 things. 1., you have to accept that there will always be dust!! But you can make things better. 2. you can buy different brakes that create less dust. I dont know which brands or setups to recommend so you will have to look in the Fiesta ST forums online and do your research - there are definitely tons of threads about brakes on FiST forums. 2. There are ceramic wheel cleaners now. They will leave a ceramic coating on the wheels which will help the brake dust clean off easier next wash. You can also use ceramic wax or ceramic "wax as you dry" products. You can use these on the black painted rims or the alloys. Right now I'm using Turtle Wax Ceramic Wet Wax. You spray it on your car after washing while it's still wet and then dry. I wash my car first with a ceramic car wash and a good clean sponge I only use on the paint, then I clean the wheels with a seperate sponge. It's cheaper and works just as good as wheel cleaner. I use a shammie to dry the car and a seperate microfiber cloth to whipe the wheels. Theres no scrubbing if you keep this up. Just wiping and polishing. Btw I maintain this even in winter and I live in an apartment near Chicago. So anyone can do it.
Great review (as always), in the market this year for upgrading my boring car and seriously considering this one, but 24k is way too much compared to what else you can get in that price range. I went to a Ford dealership a few months ago and they were still selling the '18 Focus ST at only 22k! So if I can get this for at least 20k or less it'd be worth it, otherwise I'll wait for that Hyundai Veloster N to release :)
man that thing is pretty sweet its crazy ford is going to stop making all of those models i wonder about for police if they still will make the police interceptors like the taurus and interceptor explorer the cops use
UK police are going from ford due to this, to bmw and Volvo, touch wood they will have a focus ST 250 still in operation til time for it to come out of action, as the focus ST 225 as that has the Volvo turbocharged engine and get it serviced and looked after by Volvo knowing the engine, Ford making a mistake, as they did giving up in continuing the cosworth and should of stayed with Volvo tuned engines than recent engine failure
I absolutely LOVE these cars! Why is FORD discontinuing them?? Obviously there is still a huge market for them judging by all the comments on these channels doing reviews of them. Go to some big lumbering SUV review channel and you won't see nearly as many enthusiastic comments. Seems like all the good things are being taken away one by one here in the "land of the free.."
Not sure how you can base the market size with just the comments. Could be same people that comment between all the videos. Obviously the market wasn't big enough in the US.
@@2010ngojo no it's not all the same people - I was on the market for one so I read the comments on tons of FiST vids. This car is just fun so reviews and comments make it sound like everyone has one or wants one. People who have one are more likely to watch vids and comment than your typical truck/suv/crossover/electric owner. And those people are the majority of the market, that's why Ford is done with cars. In America. Remember, the Fiesta ST is still available in Europe, and it was available there before it was made available in America. It was only made available to America in the first place because it was such a huge hit in Europe. Therefore, this being the internet and all, most of the comments are actually from viewers and owners in Europe. This is another reason it sounds like the market is huge to an American. Because it is in Europe. But it wasnt in America. The few people who did get one in America love it. You wont find any real complaints.
PokerRun388 I personally always hated the look of the FoST. Even after that refresh from the first 1 or 2 years. I don’t like the wheel. The front bumper is not agressive enough for me and the spoiler looks horrible, like it’s missing something, like it’s shy. Oddly enough, it’s basically the same as the one on the Fiesta ST but it doesn’t feel as week on the Fiesta. What I really like is the huge center exhaust but it looks more mean than the rest of the car. Wish the rest of the car matched the exhaust.
I really like This car a lot !! But what does it mean ecoboost engine ? Its not somekind of an electric car i hope ? Because it would be a big turn down for me. And fiesta ST is it the sportiest car for the fiesta ? I really like This car
EcoBoost is just Ford's terminology for a turbocharged engine! This car has an internal combustion engine. It is a ton of fun and the sportiest model in the Fiesta range.
if you live by tight, twisty, hilly backroads then go for it! as a owner in new england its great it would smoke a 350z on a backroad. But if you live in wide open flat roads kinda place then id recommend the 350z or something new hyundai brings with the N-line up.
Just picked one up!!! Got the 2019 in that white with cloth seats. I’ll be posting some Tail of the Dragon 🐉 runs after the brake in. What a sweet ride n I got the last one
Just drove one today. Going back tomorrow to see how car seats fit like. If it fits fine. Probably purchasing one. For the price, it's not bad. Also has nice torque. Better than the STI in my opinion. I can feel the pull while the sti is just dead.
Great review! I have the lava orange Recaros in my FiST and I love them! Like you said as an enthusiast your willing to deal with the drawbacks of having them cuz they can be a little difficult to get in an out of sometimes. That’s the one complaint I get from passengers but other then that they agree the seats are comfortable.
I went with a Civic Si a few years ago, faster and still handles. We just traded a 2014 Fiesta 5 speed 1.6 for another 2019 Fiesta 1.6 Hatch. We love the Fiesta but I couldent find any STs around.
Most people here in the states are buying SUVs, trucks and crossovers. And its dull cause everything basically looks the same more and more each day. I'll stick with my sedans and coupes
@@RaitisRides cool man I've been looking for a small car but everything in the class has no passing power and this one seems like it's got enough power to get out of it's own way and the mpg numbers are good sp wish me luck hopefully they got some left at the lot
2019? That makes no sens. That model year should be the new gen which we don’t get. Why make another year of the outgoing gen just for the US market. I don’t think we get that over on our side, in Canada. Didn’t see any when I bought my 18RS 2 months ago but i guess I’ll drive over to check it out. Maybe they were not out yet.
Raiti's Rides I remember back when I still had my 15 FiST. They released that video teasing the new gen and I simply couldn’t wait for the release date to get it with that popping 3 cyl and cylinder deactivation and lsd I believe.....until they cancel the American car market. Anyway. I guess I’m better of with my RS. 2wd sucks in the snow and we have it like 5 months a year
Raiti's Rides from a business perspective it makes a lot of sense. The Americas are all about trucks and SUVs. Small cars don’t sell too well. Much less performance small cars. That way they save a lot of money and grow their market share for larger vehicles. But yeah, for guys like us, it is hard to comprehend and to accept.
I came out of my cave to learn "the party is over?" I'm going back in and polish my Pacer and Gremlin. I think they just went up in value in view of what you've told us. lol Save the Wave
Ha, ha. Yeah, I guess that was a little extreme, wasn't it? How about my Bughatti and Pagani? Better? Alright already! My C3 and C6. Hey, I can even send you pics if you like. Oh that's right, I already did. Well then, I'll send you pics of their titles. Geeze, you're harder to prove things to than Homeland Security and the way you keep me running around I'm now suffering from the Agony of da-Feet! If they've gone flat, you're paying for my orthotics! Time to go back to my cave and soak my feet in mineral water. Yeah, the cave is a little wet, but the mineral water it produces is very thirst quenching and therapeutic to soak in. The only problem is that whenever I go through a metal detector, I set off the alarms. Law enforcement just doesn't buy it when I tell them it's because of magnetic personality. Oh the inhumanity of those subsequent searches.
I am surprised you didn't get a fiberglass plate in your head? Here i thought you were this big fan of Corvettes! Don't you remember that old saying, "wrap your a$$ in fiberglass?" Thank includes the head as well. lol Save the wave just don't wear you raw fiberglass mittens! lol
Of course I remember that saying. Where do you think I have that saying tattooed? And no, it's NOT on my chest! That's where I have "I LOVE MOM" inside a big heart. Unfortunately, I think she still loves my evil twin better than me. As to my fiberglass mittens, I've upgraded to carbon fiber ones. They're lighter and stronger and easier to wave while wearing.
Elantra will be more roomy, comfortable. Fiesta will be much quicker, killer handling, rough ride and cramped for passengers. You will feel everything in the road too. Elantra much better passenger car, fiesta much better drivers car, so fun!
Joe, this video helped me a lot and I ended up getting a Fiesta ST EXACTLY like this, only without the Recaro seats. The one I got was only one of two Fiesta STs left with a 6-speed manual and I knew it was "NOW or NEVER". So far I'm extremely happy with it. The car is a secondary vehicle to my EcoBoost Mustang and it's just an absolute BLAST! Thanks for continuing to do these great videos.
Thank you for sharing that! I am so glad that I could help you!
I got my ST in 2014 when they first came out, I’m on my 4th set of tires, I’m 70 and have had many cars and motorcycles, box stock this is the most fun car I’ve ever had. I have intake, 3” exhaust, beefier rear motor mount, short shift kit, gas pedal spacer for better heal-toe shifting, front end lip spoiler, blacked out hood, with sticky Mitchlen tires, handles like it’s on rails, I embarrass a lot of people with that car
Thank you so much for taking the time to share that info from your experience! She sounds like a ton of fun!
Hey mike,...I got a 2016 fiesta st and thinking about modifications,...what do you suggest first to boost power and handling but also keep the reliability and fuel economy intact,...thanks
Swimming with Sharks You can about 250 hp with bolt ons, first thing is get the Cobb beefier rear motor mount $155, makes a world of difference and you won’t hear the engine banging off the firewall when you throw hard shift into second and when you launch, get a short shift kit, intake 3” MBRP Exhaust, and bigger inter- cooling and all piping, combined with a Cobb stage 3 tune up. I have Mitchlen Pilot Sport A/S 3+ and they have surper grip, plus there very quiet and don’t track on the grooves on the freeway, highly recommend these tires. Enjoy your ST, there a blast to drive on 3 wheels. 🤙🏼
@@Chewygsxr on 3 wheels??!!!
@@nightmaster6381 Yes, in hard cornering.
I'm still torn on Ford's decision to kill off their cars, Mustang excluded of course. I think it's going to backfire. Gasoline won't be sub $2/gallon forever and turbo engines never get as good gas mileage as advertised. There are still tons of Camry's, Accords, etc sold each year. I love Ford, but I think this is a bad move.
Spencer you bring up some excellent points! Thank you so much for sharing them!
Ford made unreliable pieces of junk that's why their sales slumped . I'm glad they're gone. FOUND ON ROAD DEAD .
Turbos never get good MPG? Say that to Honda 40+MPG on a turbo... lol
@@Rob_Nasty that's why Ford is no longer selling cars . And reliable car companies like Toyota and Honda are still selling cars . In fact Toyota sold 1 million corolla in 2017. Rob have a seat . And no need to reply .
@@scaldon2 Huh?? Youre right. No need to respond. Cause it made absolutly 0 sense...
Why your mad that Toyota and Honda sell the most cars. Idk!
I bought one of these, Magnetic Gray with the black wheels brand new 2019 for $16500 out the door. super happy with it, so fun to drive. i’m 6’5 and it has plenty of space for me, for a small car we have been able to fit a ton of stuff in the back, gotta love hatchbacks.
You got a good deal. I paid quite a bit more for my '17, but I'm not complaining. It's a great car, period.
Yeah.. when did you buy? Because I was looking a few months pre pandemic and they wanted $25000+ for one......$16500??!!!
@@nightmaster6381 July 2019. Dealers wanted all the Fiestas, Focus, Fusions, and Taurus off the lots because they discontinued
@@The_Draque it's crazy I see so many comments of low prices. They were trying to tell me it was worth $25000 in December 2019 because it's the last of a legend....I'm like you dont sell cars anymore because people want trucks, and obviously nobody but me wants this car. They of course "couldn't" go down on the price so I walked. And of course they reached out to me as the pandemic broke lol
you sir are responsible for me getting off the couch and rushing out to buy my 2018 RS LE in Nitrous Blue. i can't begin to thank you enough! btw, nice job on all the videos you post. keep up the great work! thanks!!
That is really awesome of you to say! How are you liking her! You found a keeper!
I have a Fiesta ST myself, and it’s a ton of fun!! Highly recommend you purchase if you’re in the market for one. 🙃🙃🙃
Thank you for they great info based off of your experience! I totally agree!
I’m in the market. I was thinking new, but used fiesta st’s are a tremendous value. The trick is finding them exactly like you want, at the price you want. We’ll see:)
@@scratch1200s Most STs are reliable. There was a recall on some 14s and 15s. Make sure you check the VIN before you buy one. All mid-15 and later FiSTs are good to go. There are guys on the forums with over 100,000 miles with mods, and they're still running strong.
I've never driven manual before. Hard learning curve? Turn off?
@@ewhite1546 You'll have it down in a day.
These car companies need to get it together! Not everybody wants to drive an Suv all day everyday! Should've kept the focus rs, fiesta rs (handling tight turns) and the mustang (straight line brute force power)....give us options!
Mark Cuban I couldn’t agree with you more! Thanks for watching!
Car companies make cars for the average consumers first, not us enthusiasts. Sad but always true unfortunately.
@@liberty0758 That is an excellent point!
I'm assuming this isn't Shark Tank Mark Cuban?
@@sublimegt500 lol, nah i"m just a wannabe! ;) lol!
I have a 2014 Fiesta ST and still love it to this day, but one thing I regret is not getting the Recaro seats. This car is so easy to whip around corners that you need that extra bolstering, so I would HIGHLY suggest for anyone looking to buy one get the Recaros.
Thank you Jason for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate it!
i actually own a 2018 Ford Fiesta SE and its a great car to drive. although the roads here in Hawaii are the worst I always use caution when driving.
Thank you so much for sharing your input from your experience! Thank you so much for watching from Hawaii!
We have a fiesta and its amazing for the price!! Would 100 percent reccomend!!
Picking mine up tomorrow. So excited.
You are going to love it Ari! What color are you getting?
@@RaitisRides midnight black 😎
Awesome video brother. Love that magnetic gray with the black wheels. My '18 FiST is the metallic tri-coat white with those black wheels and a black interior. It's a great combo!! Great job as always Joe. 👍🏻
Thank you so much Eric for the compliments! I really appreciate you sharing your personal experience and info! I appreciate you watching!
@Ivan J You can get them in silver! It's all about the options!
@Ivan J I only like the black wheels because it contrasts so well with the white paint and red calipers
@Ivan J True that
This review is spot on. The Ford Fiesta ST is an outstanding vehicle.
Thanks Bill for saying that! I am so glad that I could share it with you!
AWESOME! Mine is coming Friday from Carvana!!
After watching this a week ago I decided to go down to my local ford dealer trade-in my Fiesta SE model for the 2019 ST. I have paid for it and awaiting delivery. They are pretty hard to get now, Only 2 near me in a 100-mile radius. I asked them to keep it wrapped for me from delivery & hoping I get close to 0 miles on the car on delivery day so I can secure a proper engine break-in procedure! I'm so excited I have been wanting this car since 2014 & finally decided! Nothing else sparked my interest and for the price, this thing is going to be amazing! I have the same paint color as this review but no black wheels or painted calipers. Thx again for the review!
update?
So, how do you like it?
@@oyouno sorry been busy driving it! 11k miles on my 19 now and its been a BLAST! worth it! No better car for me.
@@bongodave13 It's Amazing! Even as a bigger dude I feel it has enough room and power! Already at 11k miles on my 19. So far best car. Saving for a bigger radiator & intercooler as its hot af here in Arizona.
@@Keep-It-Calm I'm told the mountune radiator is really good.
Love the Rear End of this Fiesta ST, Another Awesome Review by Raiti's Rides! My Wife has the Focus ST! First On Race Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That is really great Cesar! My wife also has a Focus ST and she loves it. I really appreciate your awesome support!
In the market for one, I did a bit of research the last 4 weeks, Ford gives about 3K under MSRP on 2019s and up to 5K under MSRP on 2018s. They stay quite long in inventory (still niche market car), and you can even find some 2017s still new for sale for about 17K USD.
Great intel! You really did your homework and it shows! Thank you so much for watching!
I managed to find a certified used 2016 FiST that got "lost" on the dealership after a customer bought it, wrecked the wheels, and returned it under the regret clause.
It has the black painted wheels (that replaced the ones that got rekt) , Recaro seats, sunroof, and all the other stuff that you get with the highest package.
Long story short, optioned-out, under 100 miles, 19k before taxes, and registration.
Well done sir! It is a fun pocket rocket!
Prior FiST owner, damn that car was a blast to drive, Recaro's are a must.
Thank you so much for sharing your info! I totally agree about the Recaros!
Current owner of green envy 14 with recaros. Aka booger lol
Hi, you are the reason I have purchased a 2019 Ford Fiesta ST. Thank you❤
It’s too bad that it’s so hard to find a 2019 ST with the recarro package
Great little car at an affordable price! Looks like fun to drive especially with the seats and the handling.
holy shit nearly 100K now! Sorry I've been missing for a long time but I am here with you as always mate!
Great review of the FiST. Nice to see you driving the cars! The cool thing about the Fiesta ST is the warranty support for Mountune parts. You want shorter shifting? Easy. You want a LSD? They can do it. You want to make the FiST into a monster? They can do it! All warranty supported! I am not aware of any other factory warranty supported modifications offerings from other makers that make such a difference in the performance characteristics in a stock vehicle. And it stinks that Ford has given up on its US customer base in such a manner.
You bring up some excellent points! Thank you so much for watching!
Great review of this little gem from Ford, Joe. I really enjoyed your thoroughness!
Love it man!! So glas you made a nice long review for the FiST!!
Micah Gavlock it’s such a great car!
Thanks for the great review of this outgoing Ford product, the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST. I am seriously considering purchasing one of these, finally a dealer or two is lowering their price on their outgoing brand new Fiesta ST's. That sound as you shift through the gears is heartwarming, I wouldn't want to modify that one bit. The one I'm eyeing right now is in Super Black. Again, kudos to a great review of this car, Joe!
Change that Ford color to Shadow Black.
Thanks for the great review!! You answered my question of whether Ford was going to sell the Fiesta in 2019. I'm glad they are. It's probably going to be my next car - happily!!
Thanks Alex! I really appreciate you watching! What color do you want?
@@RaitisRides Not sure yet. I haven't found a dealer in my area with an ST model in stock yet. I'd want to see the colors in person.
Well let me know if you have any questions!
Great video! Would love to see a review of a Ford Focus as well! Keep up the great work.
Ford Focus is gone for 2019 but I will be more the happy to review my wife's Focus ST!
Being a Ford convert, I really like this little hot hatch. I stopped knocking compact cars after seeing the Hyundai factory stunt drivers do their magic synchronized driving using plain old Hyundai Elantras. But ever heard of the 1989 Ford Festiva called the Shogun, running the Ford Taurus SHO engine? They made 7 and Jay Keno has one.
Now that would be very interesting!
Because this is the last one, the ones out there are holding their value😃.
That is a very good point! Thank you so much for sharing it!
It truly is a shame they stopped making these! I enjoyed mine more than my Sti believe it or not! You also forgot to show off the cool changing lights inside. I have the same year even same color and all and never wanna get rid of her! Just a great car overall!
I’d like to see a track comparison between the RS and the FiST. Not the same league but the Fiesta sure can maintain a lot of momentum because of its handling and light weight and that pays a lot on the track.
I would definetly like to take those out on the track back to back.
Just got mine. Build date July 2nd. One of the last batches.
So the Mustang will be built outside the US? Or not built at all? Hard to hear you under this rock.
LMAO, I see what you did there!
it's a very great sport hatch, to bad they are going away, hope Ford brings something good in replacement, if not, put some money into the mustang and fix all the issues they have. Great video Joe
Those are some great points you bring up!
Have you seen the new Fiesta ST?
It’s got a three cylinder engine with 197hp and a manual gearbox only. Only for Europe and Australia.
Yes sir you guys have has that for a couple years now.
Good Day Sir....love all of your work and Your wife is a fantastic videographer.....One question.....How can I find a 2 door 2019 Ford Fiesta St?
Look on auto trader Jeffrey! Thanks for the support!
Go to England. They never sold a 3 door in North America. If they had, I'd have one. I had to accept 5 doors, which doesn't look as cool, is a little heavier, but also stronger in a roll-over crash. I have to admit the extra doors are useful and practical, but I'd still have gotten the big doors if there was a choice. Looks so sporty.
It's a shame you're not getting the fiesta and the focus in the United States anymore the 2019 Fiesta and focus are really really nice the interior upgrade is so good
You are so very right! Plus the Fiesta ST with that 3-cylinder looks like a ton of fun!
Thanks Joe , They are fun have older one .
So very true Tony!
Just needs a Rockford Fosgate sound system in it. I have 2015 fiesta I put a Rockford Fosgate sound system in it lol
I bought the exact color st with the same black wheels and it is every bit as awesome as you make it out to be. I just wish there was some magic way to clean the brake dust off the wheels minus the elbow grease. Any suggestions?
Yes 3 things. 1., you have to accept that there will always be dust!! But you can make things better. 2. you can buy different brakes that create less dust. I dont know which brands or setups to recommend so you will have to look in the Fiesta ST forums online and do your research - there are definitely tons of threads about brakes on FiST forums. 2. There are ceramic wheel cleaners now. They will leave a ceramic coating on the wheels which will help the brake dust clean off easier next wash. You can also use ceramic wax or ceramic "wax as you dry" products. You can use these on the black painted rims or the alloys.
Right now I'm using Turtle Wax Ceramic Wet Wax. You spray it on your car after washing while it's still wet and then dry. I wash my car first with a ceramic car wash and a good clean sponge I only use on the paint, then I clean the wheels with a seperate sponge. It's cheaper and works just as good as wheel cleaner. I use a shammie to dry the car and a seperate microfiber cloth to whipe the wheels. Theres no scrubbing if you keep this up. Just wiping and polishing. Btw I maintain this even in winter and I live in an apartment near Chicago. So anyone can do it.
Great review (as always), in the market this year for upgrading my boring car and seriously considering this one, but 24k is way too much compared to what else you can get in that price range. I went to a Ford dealership a few months ago and they were still selling the '18 Focus ST at only 22k! So if I can get this for at least 20k or less it'd be worth it, otherwise I'll wait for that Hyundai Veloster N to release :)
Thank you for your support and kind words. I would call Tracy about this ST because I know they want to move it fast!
DedicatedPainter got mine new for 18k it was the best buy I ever made love this car
man that thing is pretty sweet its crazy ford is going to stop making all of those models i wonder about for police if they still will make the police interceptors like the taurus and interceptor explorer the cops use
It really is such a shame that they are stopping things! Thank you so much for watching!
They will prob be in mastangs then
@@jerrybrandt9377 I could see that!
UK police are going from ford due to this, to bmw and Volvo, touch wood they will have a focus ST 250 still in operation til time for it to come out of action, as the focus ST 225 as that has the Volvo turbocharged engine and get it serviced and looked after by Volvo knowing the engine, Ford making a mistake, as they did giving up in continuing the cosworth and should of stayed with Volvo tuned engines than recent engine failure
The cars over here aren't nearly as cool as yours
You should see if Walker ford has the ultimate sleeper a ford Taurus SHO.
I will look into their inventory and see if they have one. Thanks for watching!
@Tracy Affrunti back to work joe! Lol
@Tracy Affrunti you out partying tracy?
That is true I saw it on Walker Ford's lot!
Huh?
great video.. considering buying one of them, and while doing some research, found your video. thanks for the info.
I drive the Ford Fiesta SE... And the 40 MPG is awesome... I work down slope.
Nice Rob!
It’s sad they won’t make cars anymore but I think it’s a smart move for them.
Going to buy one today brand new 2019 black on black on black. cant wait! hope its the right decision 20k
You are going to love it!
Did you get it? What do you think? I've had mine for 18 months, and I still love it.
yup, I have a 16 same MURDERED OUT. bought it brand new as of this post only 12,600 miles garage queen!
It's five years since this comment and I bet you still love your fiesta st!
The 2019 fiesta ST in Ireland has a new style for the grille and new rear
You are so very right! we are cheated here in the USA!
Nothing but good things have been said about this.
You are so very right Omar!
I'm seeing these new for as low as 17k while used 2015 models are 15k. Seems like a steal!
Looking at getting one before summer.
They are a ton of fun!
I absolutely LOVE these cars! Why is FORD discontinuing them?? Obviously there is still a huge market for them judging by all the comments on these channels doing reviews of them. Go to some big lumbering SUV review channel and you won't see nearly as many enthusiastic comments. Seems like all the good things are being taken away one by one here in the "land of the free.."
It really is disappointing!
Not sure how you can base the market size with just the comments. Could be same people that comment between all the videos. Obviously the market wasn't big enough in the US.
@@2010ngojo no it's not all the same people - I was on the market for one so I read the comments on tons of FiST vids. This car is just fun so reviews and comments make it sound like everyone has one or wants one. People who have one are more likely to watch vids and comment than your typical truck/suv/crossover/electric owner. And those people are the majority of the market, that's why Ford is done with cars. In America.
Remember, the Fiesta ST is still available in Europe, and it was available there before it was made available in America. It was only made available to America in the first place because it was such a huge hit in Europe.
Therefore, this being the internet and all, most of the comments are actually from viewers and owners in Europe. This is another reason it sounds like the market is huge to an American. Because it is in Europe. But it wasnt in America.
The few people who did get one in America love it. You wont find any real complaints.
Fun ride, Joe! I'm not feeling that color though. Perhaps it looks better in person. Great review! 👍
Thank you for letting me share it with you! It really has a nice metallic look to it in the sun.
I love the review! Im looking to buy fiesta this coming summer...! Im excited!!
I test drove a Ford Festiva St and has a lot of torque down low but once you get past 5000 RPMs theirs no power
This is very true!
@@RaitisRides yea but i want to test drive the focus st
You need to get behind the wheel of one! They are so fun to drive!
@@RaitisRides yes I do LOL
@@davej1212 yup
The factory black wheels look fantastic! I still can't figure out why Ford didn't offer black wheels on the Focus ST.
That is a really great point!
PokerRun388 I personally always hated the look of the FoST. Even after that refresh from the first 1 or 2 years.
I don’t like the wheel. The front bumper is not agressive enough for me and the spoiler looks horrible, like it’s missing something, like it’s shy. Oddly enough, it’s basically the same as the one on the Fiesta ST but it doesn’t feel as week on the Fiesta.
What I really like is the huge center exhaust but it looks more mean than the rest of the car. Wish the rest of the car matched the exhaust.
Thank you so much for sharing those points! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Why do companies still offer halogen instead of HID only now?
I really like This car a lot !! But what does it mean ecoboost engine ? Its not somekind of an electric car i hope ? Because it would be a big turn down for me. And fiesta ST is it the sportiest car for the fiesta ? I really like This car
EcoBoost is just Ford's terminology for a turbocharged engine! This car has an internal combustion engine. It is a ton of fun and the sportiest model in the Fiesta range.
@@RaitisRides oh i might consider This one on my wish list for 2019! A hard de decision on choosing between the 370z and This car lol
Yeah those are kind of polar opposites nut both very fun cars!
if you live by tight, twisty, hilly backroads then go for it! as a owner in new england its great it would smoke a 350z on a backroad. But if you live in wide open flat roads kinda place then id recommend the 350z or something new hyundai brings with the N-line up.
Sweet! Just got my 2017 Fiesta ST!
The best year. Congrats!
I am leaving right now to see a Fiesta ST-Line at my local Ford dealer. It’s only 17k. Have to check it out.
A Mustang Owner let me know what you think. No Turbo seems kind of pointless.
Raiti's Rides I didn’t know there was no turbo. When I found out I left the lot!
Yeah it is kind of sad that Ford would sell a Fiesta that looks like an ST without it have any of the magic that makes it an ST!
Raiti's Rides I did have a fun drive in my Mustang GT though and I think it was the nicest car on their lot for the short time I was there. 😃
@@CarStory well that is always a good day!
Just picked one up!!! Got the 2019 in that white with cloth seats. I’ll be posting some
Tail of the Dragon 🐉 runs after the brake in.
What a sweet ride n I got the last one
Congrats! You will love this car on the dragon!
Just drove one today. Going back tomorrow to see how car seats fit like. If it fits fine. Probably purchasing one. For the price, it's not bad. Also has nice torque. Better than the STI in my opinion. I can feel the pull while the sti is just dead.
I am so glad that you enjoyed your drive! Thank you for sharing about the experience! Keep us in the loop!
Great review! I have the lava orange Recaros in my FiST and I love them! Like you said as an enthusiast your willing to deal with the drawbacks of having them cuz they can be a little difficult to get in an out of sometimes. That’s the one complaint I get from passengers but other then that they agree the seats are comfortable.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and input! I really appreciate the compliment and thank you for watching!
Never mentioned torque vectoring and never reached for the TCS switch...
Torque vectoring is just brake bias. Nothing special.
Amazing review!
Cristho Sanchez you are the man!
I own a 2014. It breaks my heart that this is the final production year.😱😥
Same here Robbie! Just the final year for us in the USA.
I bought a 2019 fiesta st a few days ago and i love it
Congrats Ben! It is a great car!
Does it have backup cam ??
Sorry I never bought one here last year in SA as we are also not getting the new 1.5L versions.Damn.
I know how you feel!
Focus is not even listed on www.ford.com. what a shame. Seems like they have discontinued.
It's gone for good!
only manual transmission option for the ST Turbo model?
I went with a Civic Si a few years ago, faster and still handles. We just traded a 2014 Fiesta 5 speed 1.6 for another 2019 Fiesta 1.6 Hatch. We love the Fiesta but I couldent find any STs around.
It is a great car!
sayang banget ford fiesta 2019 belum di jual di Indonesia. But.. Ford Fiesta is the only one super fun car in the world..
I totally argee with you!
I had a regular Fiesta as a loaner. Fun car. I imagine the ST is much more fun. FORD what's up with giving Europe a better version??? :o/
Tell me about it! It is very frustrating especially since they are a US car company.
Most people here in the states are buying SUVs, trucks and crossovers. And its dull cause everything basically looks the same more and more each day. I'll stick with my sedans and coupes
@@dillonsrt I totally agree with you! Thank you so much for watching!
Nice car for my daughter 🤔
Awesome review Marry Christmas 🎄 Joe Tom and Family GBU
Sammy Rodrz thanks Sammy I appreciate the support and love! I hope you and your family have a merry Christmas!
Oops merry Christmas Lol
My writing ✍️ in English sucks sorry 😐
Sammy Rodrz I knew what you meant brother! No problem!
How do I knw which model years ot packages come with the LSD?
Unfortunately there is High demand for trucks and SUVs. so Ford has to adjust their lineup to remain competitive
Question did this feista st have a factory lsd since it was the last year?
Found On Road Dead - Life goes on.
Yes it does sir! I appreciate you watching!
love it FORD THE KING OF ALL CARS!!!
This is SOOOOOO much nicer than the UK MK8! Why couldn't they give us one more year with the old one before stopping production??
You really think it's better? Thanks for sharing your opinion and for watching!
@@RaitisRides Oh yeah! This one is so much more aggressive looking than the new shape. Although the interior on the new one is nicer
I can see where you are coming from! Thanks for the reply!
@@RaitisRides Subscribed! 👍
That 2019 Ford Fiesta ST looks good, Joe
kjchicago1 I’m so glad you like this one!😊👍🏻
GOD DAMN IT, GOT A GLASS TRAILER, HYPEEE, sorry watching your video now.
Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!
So I can still get a new fiesta st now ?
Because sold if they are still on the lots .
If you look they are still out there!
@@RaitisRides cool man I've been looking for a small car but everything in the class has no passing power and this one seems like it's got enough power to get out of it's own way and the mpg numbers are good sp wish me luck hopefully they got some left at the lot
I dont see any difference from my 17 FiST. Are there any?
No theer are not! This is just it for people who want to buy new ones!
Yes, rear view camera.
The 17 MY doesn't have a rear view camera?
That's correct, only 2018 & 2019 models.
Well done review!
I really appreciate you taking the time to say that!
2019? That makes no sens. That model year should be the new gen which we don’t get. Why make another year of the outgoing gen just for the US market. I don’t think we get that over on our side, in Canada. Didn’t see any when I bought my 18RS 2 months ago but i guess I’ll drive over to check it out. Maybe they were not out yet.
Matthew Thibs I totally agree with you! I want Ford to reconsider!
Raiti's Rides I remember back when I still had my 15 FiST. They released that video teasing the new gen and I simply couldn’t wait for the release date to get it with that popping 3 cyl and cylinder deactivation and lsd I believe.....until they cancel the American car market. Anyway. I guess I’m better of with my RS. 2wd sucks in the snow and we have it like 5 months a year
That is a good point about the snow. Just stink that we get stuck with nothing while other countries are getting the new stuff.
Raiti's Rides from a business perspective it makes a lot of sense. The Americas are all about trucks and SUVs. Small cars don’t sell too well. Much less performance small cars. That way they save a lot of money and grow their market share for larger vehicles.
But yeah, for guys like us, it is hard to comprehend and to accept.
You'll have to move to Europe to drive the next generation Fiesta and Focus, sucks for us North Americans.
A very stupid decision!! It's an american car that you can't buy it in America! New version just for Europe!! What it's happening to Ford?
I hope they change their mind!
I came out of my cave to learn "the party is over?" I'm going back in and polish my Pacer and Gremlin. I think they just went up in value in view of what you've told us. lol Save the Wave
There is no way I would believe that you owned either of those two cars! Good try! lol
Ha, ha. Yeah, I guess that was a little extreme, wasn't it? How about my Bughatti and Pagani? Better? Alright already! My C3 and C6. Hey, I can even send you pics if you like. Oh that's right, I already did. Well then, I'll send you pics of their titles. Geeze, you're harder to prove things to than Homeland Security and the way you keep me running around I'm now suffering from the Agony of da-Feet! If they've gone flat, you're paying for my orthotics!
Time to go back to my cave and soak my feet in mineral water. Yeah, the cave is a little wet, but the mineral water it produces is very thirst quenching and therapeutic to soak in. The only problem is that whenever I go through a metal detector, I set off the alarms. Law enforcement just doesn't buy it when I tell them it's because of magnetic personality. Oh the inhumanity of those subsequent searches.
I am surprised you didn't get a fiberglass plate in your head? Here i thought you were this big fan of Corvettes! Don't you remember that old saying, "wrap your a$$ in fiberglass?" Thank includes the head as well. lol Save the wave just don't wear you raw fiberglass mittens! lol
Of course I remember that saying. Where do you think I have that saying tattooed? And no, it's NOT on my chest! That's where I have "I LOVE MOM" inside a big heart. Unfortunately, I think she still loves my evil twin better than me. As to my fiberglass mittens, I've upgraded to carbon fiber ones. They're lighter and stronger and easier to wave while wearing.
Good idea with the carbon fiber!
Any changes minor or major mechanically between 2018 and 2019 models?
No there are not.
Question for the 2014-2018 fiesta/focus st owners, is there any differences besides size between the two?
The Focus ST has more power.
Fiesta is much smaller over all.
What a sweet little car with lots of pep! Nice!
Buy it buy it buy it. You will never have a car this fun again that's this cheap ever.
I totally agree with you!
Im upgrading from a veloster base should i get the 19 fiesta st or 19 elantra gt? n line does anyone know which will feel faster
The Fiests ST.
Elantra will be more roomy, comfortable. Fiesta will be much quicker, killer handling, rough ride and cramped for passengers. You will feel everything in the road too. Elantra much better passenger car, fiesta much better drivers car, so fun!
elbacanreal i decided on the fiesta st
I hope that ford would market the ST here in asia while they cut their Ford line in the US.
It will be intersting to see how it turns out!
Sharp little car love them wheels
Ryan Montgomery I’m so glad you liked it! Thanks for being so supportive!
Dees the fiesta st have a lsd diff?
No it does not/
You can get them, but they're not cheap. It's an option on the new ST (that we don't get) in EU.
5:29 starts the intro again haha, good video though!
Chan Park I wanted to make sure people were paying attention! 😂 sorry about that! Thanks for watching!
I thought I was losing my mind...
@@arttom9850 Maybe you have? lol . I think I fixed it best that I could! I am so sorry about that!
very nice sporty car👍👍👍
david jones I’m so glad you liked it David!😎👍🏻