5 Reasons To Buy a Fiesta ST in 2023

[@MikeSuma831]

I just picked up a '19 one and instantly fell in love with it. I daily a Honda crz and felt super familiar with the fiesta. The fiesta is everything I wanted the crz to be. Can't wait to start modding it

[@ericpowell9732]

Every reason you listed is why I am in LOVE with my '18 FiST. Such a baller car with so much potential. I feel like this car reflects my personality PERFECTLY: Serious and practical enough when it needs to be, but so ungodly fun when I want it.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Speak the TRUTH

[@jmsena]

Proud new owner of a 19 fiesta st. I’m absolutely blown away-and I already own a 981 cayman s.

[@alexchristensen7463]

Bought my '19 fiesta ST a month ago, it's been the best car I've ever owned, both good for daily driving and also fun on the weekends. Better than my 350z, G35, Mazdaspeed3, it's the best!

[@FORDST.FAMILIA]

I purchased my 2020 explorer ST a couple months ago and I just purchased a 19' Fiesta ST a week ago. Ready to start building some power. I was thinking of starting a KZbin channel based on the ST culture.

[@samuelwatts4886]

I’d subscribe 👀🤘🏼

[@Deadpoolmasterchief]

Do it please

[@anthonybryant7390]

I need a daily. Live in CA. A lot of twisty turns on the way to work. Trying to find an unmolested one for around 12k.

[@boostedfist]

I bought mine in June 2014. Took 3 trips in the two STs trying to decide which I liked more. Fiesta won and I still grin ear to ear 9 years later with 250,000kms.

[@spamcan9208]

I'm looking at a 2014 tomorrow. Anything I should watch out for?

[@boostedfist]

@@spamcan9208 I haven't had issues with mine over the last decade. So I can't really give you much other than to look for the usual clean Carfax and good records of maintenance. I'd double check there's no mods done as that's when you could run into reliability issues. From a stock perspective you should be golden. I'm sitting at 240,000kms and have yet to have anything requiring repair outside of the normal maintenance. Wheels tires, oil, filters, brakes. I know there was a recall for the coolant reservoir so check that's been done or have them do it before you pick it up. It was a preventative recall just to add a coolant level sensor. I think that's the only recall and thing I would consider looking closely at.

[@spamcan9208]

@@boostedfist thank you

[@freeaolcd]

S280 here on 92-93 octane, commuter, 35-40mpg all day baby.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Dude HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE?? I really don’t understand HahHa. It’s almost like my mpg increased when I went to the hybrid turbo

[@freeaolcd]

@@GriffinBlanchard lol not sure! Mine went up 1-2mpg with the s280, but I'm talking 65 mph cruise control mpgs.

[@Carl_JohnsonOGF]

Got my 2017 brand new for 17k and i love it. It still puts a smile on my face every time i drive it.

[@jamesmcneal8999]

It’s insane how quickly you can take corners in these. 35 mph turn, more like 60. Most people I know gave me shit when I got mine. Until I took them for a ride on a backroad and they said ohh okay I get it.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Right? They’re incredible

[@bongodave13]

Same here. My friends don't get it until I take them for a ride and get frisky in the twisties. Then they're like, "OMG! This thing rips!" 😮

[@jacobcomer802]

Picked up a stock 15 fiesta st and it’s definitely been the most enjoyable driving car I’ve been in, hitting corners and barely having to brake before I floor it through is amazing

[@anthonybryant7390]

How is Fist holding up? Worried about daily driving and reliability. Not looking to modify much other than suspension.

[@GrizleMah0gany]

i just finished rebuilding a '14 with a blown motor I picked up cheap (3500$)... im 300 miles into break in and its sooo hard to not beat on it, and its bone stock. I have a modded focus rs and a 04 sti and ill be honest the fiesta is more fun cruising around town etc.

[@grimmako4879]

Just bought an 18 st with 49k paid 18k no regret one bit o love this car and I plan on slot of upgrades lol

[@danny2607]

Trying to find one now but im “stock mafia” . Proving to be more difficult than i expected. Most seem to have some mods. I enjoy enthusiast driving without being looked at for my car. These are perfect under the radar drivers cars

[@stogusgfeem]

I bought mine in 2015 and believe it or not I don't even have 32,000 mi on it yet because it's my weekend car and it's my fun car and that's the way I like it

[@bongodave13]

Glad to see you're still having fun with it. I'll NEVER sell mine. There's nothing so light and nimble on the market anymore. And they're practical for a daily driver, too. Stone reliable. These are already becoming cult cars. Get 'em while they're cheap.

[@Atomb]

Same. What could you replace it with that is as fun? (maybe that GR Corolla). I did test drive the Kona N. That was silly fun, but I would worry about it breaking down.

[@toderickgellingtonjr6590]

I almost passed up on mine my pops told me to get it 😅 did some research I said yup

[@pfmusic1636]

Wow this car sounds like such a party!!! Mine just crossed 200,000 miles with the original motor, clutch and tranny. I bought it new in OCT 2013. I had no idea what it was, i was just trying to compare something to a Civic Si. I laughed at how much more getup this had over the Si. SO I had to get one. I still love it. I really want to regear the tranny and get a new turbo. Its stage ii right now tho.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

That’s awesome! When I bought my first one, I didn’t know what it was either, I just knew I wanted somethin with a turbo. And here I am, with a whole channel based around them 😂😂

[@barrybenkendorf672]

Wow you might have the highest mileage FiST out there? Mine's at 172k miles. How is it holding up? Any repairs/issues at those miles?

[@pfmusic1636]

@@barrybenkendorf672 i doubt it, My AC condenser cracked while still under warranty, I don't turn it below 65* anymore. I have the rough idle issue do to the poor evap system design. I had it repaired once but it came back. I just leave the AC on after filling up and it's fine. I had an axle leak and need to be replaced at 190k and the original rims go ruined by california's terrible roads 150k. Up size your tires if you haven't already. Other than that, I'd say get the COBB stage two kit if you want some more power gains. The upgraded intercooler is really good but hard to install. Also, my motor doesn't burn oil, I change the oil around 5k now and its full when i check it every time. Pretty amazing for a car with this many, mostly freeway miles. Also, change your tranny fluid, spark plugs and coolant if you haven't. Oh and I've had more than three break jobs.

[@anthonybryant7390]

​@@pfmusic1636thnx about to look for a reliable daily. Want something fun to drive in Nor Cal.

[@pfmusic1636]

@@anthonybryant7390 I’d go for a used stock focus st, they are pretty reasonable and a little bigger than the FiST. Just check that the head recall was done for it. Sadly, my Fiesta ST was totaled in hit-and-run this summer and is no longer in my possession. Happy hunting

[@MichaelGarcia-tj7di]

I bought a wrecked 14 fiesta not knowing much on em i rebuilt it back to factory spec im in it all in 2.5k clean title and now im hooked on em fixing on building it up then getting a st model aswell that way i know what im getting into before i cut into the nice one

[@motorider732]

Awesome video. I liked the music at the end, but maybe adding a video compilation of driving footage to keep people in the video. Mainly to help with the algorithms video retention aspect. I'm certain you have some historical footage you could repurpose. Just a thought. Awesome video again

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Good advice man! I’ll definitely do that next time

[@dwightdhansen]

2023? I bought one new in 2106. I'm just under 90k miles now. I've owned far faster cars but my FiST is ridiculously fun to drive.

[@DaleFredriksRacing]

FiST is the GOAT of modern hot hatchbacks imo. Golf is too clinical, CTR is too expensive, FoST and FoRS are a bit too heavy, Veloster N is kinda ugly, but the FiST is pure fun embodied. I dare anyone, anywhere, to get in a stock ST and stomp on it on the track or twisties and not be completely astonished. It's a shame they're gone forever, they will be sorely missed

[@GriffinBlanchard]

PREACH!

[@jordynpropst8915]

I had a Veloster N for 7,000 miles and sold it. So unbearably uncomfortable and constant weird issues/recalls.

[@jasonhaner2319]

I have an SE sedan...non turbo with a K&n short air intake and having a lot of fun. On a back winding road here in PA it rides like a go kart

[@khaleesibell2870]

Awesome video! Just pure comedy loved it🥰 I love my ST! Honestly it's just an amazing car the most fun you can have for the price for sure. Tons of aftermarket support definitely makes things a lot easier.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

They’re the best!

[@T_c312]

Been looking to buy a wrx for while now then discovered how amazing the fiesta st was so I started looking for a fiesta instead and I’m super excited to say that today march 1st I bought a 2016 fiesta st I’m so fucking happy with it I paid $12,500 has 60k miles all stock except wheels which I prefer I didn’t want something modded in fear of how it was driven. So mines stock but god is it not the most fun I’ve ever had. I used to have a brz and a 05 legacy gt and this fiesta is more fun by a long shot. Also love the review you’re fucking hilarious!

[@sundaycovers8060]

I just bought a 2017 for 11k today I haven’t even gotten to drive it that much and I love it

[@thedonutmiata5135]

Bruh, just checked out your channel a little more. We both running the same cars. Fiesta st and Nb Miata. Hell yeah bro!

[@zikemovat]

HP tops out a bit if you want to keep the original turbo, but quality bolt-ons and E30 get you over 300WTQ. That's 20 more than my 1000lbs heavier S4😂

[@GriffinBlanchard]

crazy right!

[@STLLSLW]

It’s ALWAYS. A good time to buy a fiesta ST

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Facts 😤

[@christolley7628]

My guy you are becoming one of my favorite KZbinrs 😂😂

[@GriffinBlanchard]

😂😂 thanks man I appreciate it

[@bongodave13]

@@GriffinBlanchard You're just having fun with it, and it shows. That's the attitude. It's literally called a party!

[@greensocks4507]

Put a Deposit on a new car back in April '22. Fiesta ST. I'm in NZ, just heard they don't make them any more. Can't wait for it arrive.

[@speedandsounds]

You are hilarious dude ! I have my little stage 2 mk7, filming some runs (check it out it's hilariously over the top) in my home country in Switzerland, such a blast each time. Those mountain roads man sometimes I feel like driving a mini rally car. One thing I also love is how easy it is to mod it. You can do soooo many mods just by yourself. Love this car

[@strohdog1]

If you don't have one, you don't know. Best car I've EVER had.

[@arrepuess]

I was hopin to see you bangin gears in this lil beast.

[@stasisdnb]

just got mine a few weeks ago but don’t even have my license 😔 i just look at the beauty every morning

[@GriffinBlanchard]

That so exciting man!!!! Stoked for you

[@AsidsTechTips]

If you can, you should buy an mk8.5 those Rare ST s are insane

[@gabeedwards8221]

I’m sad to say I broke down and sold mine but got a 2018 Taurus Sho if I still get stationed in Cali we gotta cruise.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Dude sho’s are sick! But yea I bet you miss that fiesta 😅

[@gabeedwards8221]

@@GriffinBlanchard dude I got 18000 for my fiesta and they blue book for like 11 smh

[@SPLITTINIMAGE]

Dude how do you not have more subscribers? This is entertaining af 🤣 also, I'm currently in a 2013 Civic Si that I love and im keeping bc ya kno, K24 plus boost is big fun. But I'm stuck between getting a fiesta st or a focus st. Why is this decision so difficult 💀

[@jimmynickelz]

Should i risk it and upgrade my suspension?

[@thepiratepenguin_]

The more videos I see on the ST like this, the more it makes me want to get one.

[@travis3567]

Test drove one today, I couldn’t get over how harsh it rode.

[@rolieg81]

Should I buy one? 2015 with 99k km on it, $21000 CDN in molten 🍊

[@Atomb]

Yes.

[@dominicjeanb2063]

Another banger! I didn’t know much about the FiST, I’m a Honda guy and never did I think I’d want a Ford but honestly this car checks every box for my needs and wants right now (perfect except for a high revving engine :/ lol). Just watched your last vid in why the get one and was like man I wish he made a recent one and here it is. Recently discovered your channel man and I’ve been bingeing all your vids bro😂 I’d like to get one with decent miles but they’re a bit more than I thought here in Va. I’m seeing that the cheaper ones are around that $12.5k mark for like 125k miles. What are your thoughts on one with that many miles + as I’d like to modify and make power similar to your set up?

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Glad I made this video then! Haha. I’m stoked you like the channel man that’s awesome! As long as it’s been taken car of it should be fine. I’m at 82k with basically no issues

[@dominicjeanb2063]

@@GriffinBlanchard true that, I’d prefer a lower mileage car haha what do you think a decent price to pay for these things are rn? Thanks for the responses 😝

[@michaelacton486]

I bought one under 70K miles, Mint condition for 14

[@bongodave13]

LOTS of these cars have 100,000+ miles with no real issues. Keep the fluids clean and you can drive it as hard as you want.

[@vanillasauce4788]

One of the best cars I've ever driven, and I've owned 2 of them.

[@baylenjohnstone4239]

Just bought a 2014 with 107,000km. Is that low enough to get a solid amount of time out of?

[@BrendanEvan]

For reference this car has about 277 bhp per ton. A “fast” car in my book is anything over 225bhp/ton. A Veyron is almost 500bhp/ton.

[@GriffinBlanchard]

More facts. Love it

[@ronmiller5671]

thank you Griffin! Great video!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Of course! You da man!

[@audiwtf]

how would I even buy one since u cant get one from the dealership?

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Usually the used market is the way to go with these!

[@NeverFollowTheCrowd]

How much is the insurance

[@GriffinBlanchard]

70

[@cooperblanchard8216]

papa mike could definitely sleep upright in that thang

[@GriffinBlanchard]

All day

[@n7sithis336]

I just bought a 2019 in 2024... am I too late?

[@Skitchhiker]

I owned a Fiat Abarth for a number of years and stupidly sold it back in 2019... Recently I've gotten back into the market and the FIST seems like a logical step in that direction, being the parts availability seems a lot more plentiful. I'm terrified of buying another new(er) vehicle and being stuck with a number of issues, but your videos have given me a confidence boost to trust it. I think I'm going to go test drive a few this week, and hopefully own one by the end of the week!

[@varski76]

Owner of two Fiesta STs (Had mark 6 190hp and now I own mk7 with 240hp) just go get one. They are really reliable if taken care of and just like said in the video they are fun cars that have good chunk of power to enjoy and awesome handling while still getting good gas mileage. But definitely go test drive one and try to look for one that has been taken care of even that one might be slightly tuned.

[@Skitchhiker]

@@varski76 I ended up getting a Ralliart Mirage. Not the fun zippy thing I was looking for but it's the budget friendly thing I needed lol. Maybe in a few years there will be some bolt ons to make it a bit more fun

[@varski76]

@@Skitchhiker That would be interesting car to drive as they are quite rare where I live.

[@Adamsur1]

Great video dude!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Thank you man!

[@OmegaAbyss]

hilarious, earned my sub. In all seriousness, let the rest of the car community laugh at the "cute girls car". When they get to the twisties, you'll hear the excuses start about why they can't keep up

[@GriffinBlanchard]

thanks man! and yea i agree, they wont believe it until they see it

[@tcthehelper]

I got an focus rs

[@davidmacias2663]

My ST was a lemon i wish it worked out

[@toderickgellingtonjr6590]

35mpg sum must be wrong with mine 😂 I got back n fourth from 19 n 24 mpg 😂😂

[@thevixty3006]

That’s a cool spatula 🤙😂😎

[@BrendanEvan]

As long as owning a Fiesta helps grow baller moustaches I’m in

[@GriffinBlanchard]

It will double your growth capacity

[@austingutierrez2709]

My 09’ 335i 6 speed was a great car. Incredibly comfortable, handled wonderfully. However my 2018 Fiesta st is by far more fun. No where near as fast in a straight line but around town and through the corners it’s so much better.

[@austingutierrez2709]

Also I’m a sucker and bought mine for 21K with 54K miles…only one within 300 miles of me tho so idc. Still worth 😂

[@guerian84]

Just watched ya video and snagged one

[@retroking59]

Welcome to the party, or should I say...the fiesta 🥳🎉🎉🎉🥳

[@GriffinBlanchard]

yeeeew!!

[@maxdaly8283]

Considering selling mine for a GR Corolla and beginning to wonder if it's even worth it...

[@audiwtf]

where are you located?

[@maxdaly8283]

@@audiwtf Northern California

[@jeffreysmith6233]

It’s me, the guy who’s face is on fire 🙋‍♂️

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Hahaha

[@richiea591]

Too funny, great video!

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Thank you brotha!

[@sambinogreat]

The Resident doesn't have the mental capacity to make a phone call by himself lmgdfao

[@C.RAWLA-qf1gv]

I love your car and I love mine as well 2014 here but your wheels seem to dark they look like someone put your car on blocks and stole that s*** I would go grey or white no disrespect I love your Content

[@GriffinBlanchard]

agree, i dont like the black wheels either haha

[@C.RAWLA-qf1gv]

@@GriffinBlanchard so I just seen a white fist yesterday at a car lot with black wheels, it's was sick, rs spoiler, I'll have to say that color combo looks way different in person than on camera. Is it just me or do you notice the same? the camera really takes away from what you see in person?

[@tyskiber811]

got mine $20k 40,000mi

[@GriffinBlanchard]

great deal!

[@Got_Boost]

The ultimate daily/track/canyon car😁 All around driver car! Won’t get 500+ hp out of the engine But you will feel like you have 500hp when you step on it🤘🏽

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Exactly! That’s why this thing is so fun!

[@Got_Boost]

@Aaron we needs videos!!

[@michaelacton486]

Fiesta ST Owners >

[@samhenzler1596]

Damn and I already liked fiesta sts before I saw this video..

[@sambinogreat]

Good video tho bud

[@GriffinBlanchard]

Thanks man!!

[@Atomb]

1 Reason: lift-off oversteer.

[@gapperformance]

Youre like 8 years late to the party

[@GriffinBlanchard]

whoopsie

[@ryeguy88]

Time to sell!

[@albertvargas1069]

I’m having a hard time picking between Focus St or the Fiesta St.