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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to share that info from your experience! She sounds like a ton of fun!
@swimmingwithsharks7331
5 жыл бұрын
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
@Chewygsxr
5 жыл бұрын
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. 🤙🏼
@nightmaster6381
3 жыл бұрын
@@Chewygsxr on 3 wheels??!!!
@bongodave13
Жыл бұрын
@@nightmaster6381 Yes, in hard cornering.
@BSchoon55
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing that! I am so glad that I could help you!
@Mr_Chris77
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Spencer you bring up some excellent points! Thank you so much for sharing them!
@scaldon2
5 жыл бұрын
Ford made unreliable pieces of junk that's why their sales slumped . I'm glad they're gone. FOUND ON ROAD DEAD .
@Rob_Nasty
5 жыл бұрын
Turbos never get good MPG? Say that to Honda 40+MPG on a turbo... lol
@scaldon2
5 жыл бұрын
@@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 .
@Rob_Nasty
5 жыл бұрын
@@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!
@Cageking22
5 жыл бұрын
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. 🙃🙃🙃
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for they great info based off of your experience! I totally agree!
@scratch1200s
5 жыл бұрын
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:)
@bongodave13
5 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@ewhite1546
5 жыл бұрын
I've never driven manual before. Hard learning curve? Turn off?
@bongodave13
5 жыл бұрын
@@ewhite1546 You'll have it down in a day.
@bryanpanamera
5 жыл бұрын
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!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Mark Cuban I couldn’t agree with you more! Thanks for watching!
@liberty0758
5 жыл бұрын
Car companies make cars for the average consumers first, not us enthusiasts. Sad but always true unfortunately.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
@@liberty0758 That is an excellent point!
@sublimegt500
5 жыл бұрын
I'm assuming this isn't Shark Tank Mark Cuban?
@bryanpanamera
5 жыл бұрын
@@sublimegt500 lol, nah i"m just a wannabe! ;) lol!
@The_Draque
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@bongodave13
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@nightmaster6381
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah.. when did you buy? Because I was looking a few months pre pandemic and they wanted $25000+ for one......$16500??!!!
@The_Draque
3 жыл бұрын
@@nightmaster6381 July 2019. Dealers wanted all the Fiestas, Focus, Fusions, and Taurus off the lots because they discontinued
@nightmaster6381
3 жыл бұрын
@@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
@Nexus956
5 жыл бұрын
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!!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is really awesome of you to say! How are you liking her! You found a keeper!
@jasonsejinkim
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jason for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate it!
@louisbarningham
5 жыл бұрын
We have a fiesta and its amazing for the price!! Would 100 percent reccomend!!
@pricklydingus8604
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Well done sir! It is a fun pocket rocket!
@ericd1632
5 жыл бұрын
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. 👍🏻
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Eric for the compliments! I really appreciate you sharing your personal experience and info! I appreciate you watching!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
@Ivan J You can get them in silver! It's all about the options!
@ericd1632
5 жыл бұрын
@Ivan J I only like the black wheels because it contrasts so well with the white paint and red calipers
@ericd1632
5 жыл бұрын
@Ivan J True that
@noahbaker808
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input from your experience! Thank you so much for watching from Hawaii!
@ecjaye
5 жыл бұрын
Prior FiST owner, damn that car was a blast to drive, Recaro's are a must.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your info! I totally agree about the Recaros!
@robray7106
5 жыл бұрын
Current owner of green envy 14 with recaros. Aka booger lol
@c3pobutworse
5 жыл бұрын
Picking mine up tomorrow. So excited.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You are going to love it Ari! What color are you getting?
@c3pobutworse
5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides midnight black 😎
@cessealbeach
5 жыл бұрын
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is really great Cesar! My wife also has a Focus ST and she loves it. I really appreciate your awesome support!
@MrAgnostic77
3 жыл бұрын
Great little car at an affordable price! Looks like fun to drive especially with the seats and the handling.
@Micahgavlock
5 жыл бұрын
Love it man!! So glas you made a nice long review for the FiST!!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Micah Gavlock it’s such a great car!
@billjarocki8053
5 жыл бұрын
This review is spot on. The Ford Fiesta ST is an outstanding vehicle.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bill for saying that! I am so glad that I could share it with you!
@luckyrYtArd
5 жыл бұрын
holy shit nearly 100K now! Sorry I've been missing for a long time but I am here with you as always mate!
@Keep-It-Calm
5 жыл бұрын
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!
@oyouno
5 жыл бұрын
update?
@bongodave13
4 жыл бұрын
So, how do you like it?
@Keep-It-Calm
4 жыл бұрын
@@oyouno sorry been busy driving it! 11k miles on my 19 now and its been a BLAST! worth it! No better car for me.
@Keep-It-Calm
4 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@bongodave13
4 жыл бұрын
@@Keep-It-Calm I'm told the mountune radiator is really good.
@jjacob25101
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Now that would be very interesting!
@ArnaudShanghai
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Great intel! You really did your homework and it shows! Thank you so much for watching!
@kevinl6231
5 жыл бұрын
Because this is the last one, the ones out there are holding their value😃.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is a very good point! Thank you so much for sharing it!
@bwho
4 жыл бұрын
Great review of this little gem from Ford, Joe. I really enjoyed your thoroughness!
@MarilynHoltAngela
2 жыл бұрын
AWESOME! Mine is coming Friday from Carvana!!
@YasumotoUS
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You bring up some excellent points! Thank you so much for watching!
@KenseisGarage
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Those are some great points you bring up!
@Spart1269
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I would definetly like to take those out on the track back to back.
@AA-gw2ry
5 жыл бұрын
Great video! Would love to see a review of a Ford Focus as well! Keep up the great work.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Ford Focus is gone for 2019 but I will be more the happy to review my wife's Focus ST!
@yeurrn
Жыл бұрын
Hi, you are the reason I have purchased a 2019 Ford Fiesta ST. Thank you❤
@bwho
5 жыл бұрын
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!
@bwho
5 жыл бұрын
Change that Ford color to Shadow Black.
@alexspectre962
5 жыл бұрын
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!!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex! I really appreciate you watching! What color do you want?
@alexspectre962
5 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Well let me know if you have any questions!
@dudedovahkiin3825
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You are so very right! Plus the Fiesta ST with that 3-cylinder looks like a ton of fun!
@Hubbardshash410
Ай бұрын
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!
@scaafidi
4 жыл бұрын
It’s too bad that it’s so hard to find a 2019 ST with the recarro package
@reesedaniel5835
5 жыл бұрын
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.."
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
It really is disappointing!
@2010ngojo
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@nightmaster6381
3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@bud7707
4 жыл бұрын
It’s sad they won’t make cars anymore but I think it’s a smart move for them.
@scratch1200s
5 жыл бұрын
Nothing but good things have been said about this.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You are so very right Omar!
@psyfertech
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
It really is such a shame that they are stopping things! Thank you so much for watching!
@jerrybrandt9377
5 жыл бұрын
They will prob be in mastangs then
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
@@jerrybrandt9377 I could see that!
@DB-dx8xu
5 жыл бұрын
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
@jerrybrandt9377
5 жыл бұрын
The cars over here aren't nearly as cool as yours
@DedicatedPainter
5 жыл бұрын
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 :)
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your support and kind words. I would call Tracy about this ST because I know they want to move it fast!
@ImFAULKn
5 жыл бұрын
DedicatedPainter got mine new for 18k it was the best buy I ever made love this car
@arttom9850
5 жыл бұрын
So the Mustang will be built outside the US? Or not built at all? Hard to hear you under this rock.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
LMAO, I see what you did there!
@LetsJamMan
5 жыл бұрын
I'm seeing these new for as low as 17k while used 2015 models are 15k. Seems like a steal!
@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241
4 жыл бұрын
Just got mine. Build date July 2nd. One of the last batches.
@outquick
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Congrats! You will love this car on the dragon!
@gumpster66
Жыл бұрын
great video.. considering buying one of them, and while doing some research, found your video. thanks for the info.
@robray7106
5 жыл бұрын
I own a 2014. It breaks my heart that this is the final production year.😱😥
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Same here Robbie! Just the final year for us in the USA.
@robtierney5653
4 жыл бұрын
I drive the Ford Fiesta SE... And the 40 MPG is awesome... I work down slope.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Nice Rob!
@xZOMBIFIEDx
5 жыл бұрын
Going to buy one today brand new 2019 black on black on black. cant wait! hope its the right decision 20k
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You are going to love it!
@bongodave13
5 жыл бұрын
Did you get it? What do you think? I've had mine for 18 months, and I still love it.
@BrushlessNitroSlayer
5 жыл бұрын
yup, I have a 16 same MURDERED OUT. bought it brand new as of this post only 12,600 miles garage queen!
@Cmobley_
14 күн бұрын
It's five years since this comment and I bet you still love your fiesta st!
@urideamabal
5 жыл бұрын
Fun ride, Joe! I'm not feeling that color though. Perhaps it looks better in person. Great review! 👍
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me share it with you! It really has a nice metallic look to it in the sun.
@benjaminmoon3248
5 жыл бұрын
I bought a 2019 fiesta st a few days ago and i love it
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Congrats Ben! It is a great car!
@unkn_v.i.p
5 жыл бұрын
Does it have backup cam ??
@jeffreyfalto497
2 жыл бұрын
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?
@RaitisRides
2 жыл бұрын
Look on auto trader Jeffrey! Thanks for the support!
@bongodave13
Жыл бұрын
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.
@tonyjcool5314
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe , They are fun have older one .
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
So very true Tony!
@adammuise6178
3 жыл бұрын
Just needs a Rockford Fosgate sound system in it. I have 2015 fiesta I put a Rockford Fosgate sound system in it lol
@DaveDVideoMaker
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir you guys have has that for a couple years now.
@boogabowchickadee400
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@boogabowchickadee400
5 жыл бұрын
@@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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah those are kind of polar opposites nut both very fun cars!
@jak3est
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@diegudr
4 жыл бұрын
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?
@nightmaster6381
Жыл бұрын
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.
@jt_st7608
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and input! I really appreciate the compliment and thank you for watching!
@kjchicago1
5 жыл бұрын
That 2019 Ford Fiesta ST looks good, Joe
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
kjchicago1 I’m so glad you like this one!😊👍🏻
@cristhosanchez5050
5 жыл бұрын
Amazing review!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Cristho Sanchez you are the man!
@Fingamyaz
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you enjoyed your drive! Thank you for sharing about the experience! Keep us in the loop!
@DucatiDiaries
5 жыл бұрын
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/
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it! It is very frustrating especially since they are a US car company.
@dillonsrt
5 жыл бұрын
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
5 жыл бұрын
@@dillonsrt I totally agree with you! Thank you so much for watching!
@CarStory
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
A Mustang Owner let me know what you think. No Turbo seems kind of pointless.
@CarStory
5 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides I didn’t know there was no turbo. When I found out I left the lot!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
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!
@CarStory
5 жыл бұрын
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. 😃
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
@@CarStory well that is always a good day!
@ronielozano1394
4 жыл бұрын
I love the review! Im looking to buy fiesta this coming summer...! Im excited!!
@jamesw.tillerjr.7633
3 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Just got my 2017 Fiesta ST!
@bongodave13
3 жыл бұрын
The best year. Congrats!
@petercarey6883
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
There is no way I would believe that you owned either of those two cars! Good try! lol
@petercarey6883
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
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
@petercarey6883
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Good idea with the carbon fiber!
@skeleguns10oooooo10
5 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately there is High demand for trucks and SUVs. so Ford has to adjust their lineup to remain competitive
@jackyha9445
5 жыл бұрын
GOD DAMN IT, GOT A GLASS TRAILER, HYPEEE, sorry watching your video now.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!
@sammyrodrz3763
5 жыл бұрын
Nice car for my daughter 🤔 Awesome review Marry Christmas 🎄 Joe Tom and Family GBU
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Sammy Rodrz thanks Sammy I appreciate the support and love! I hope you and your family have a merry Christmas!
@sammyrodrz3763
5 жыл бұрын
Oops merry Christmas Lol My writing ✍️ in English sucks sorry 😐
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Sammy Rodrz I knew what you meant brother! No problem!
@poker_18rs92
5 жыл бұрын
The factory black wheels look fantastic! I still can't figure out why Ford didn't offer black wheels on the Focus ST.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is a really great point!
@Spart1269
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing those points! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@Rob_Nasty
5 жыл бұрын
Found On Road Dead - Life goes on.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Yes it does sir! I appreciate you watching!
@skyviewireland8904
5 жыл бұрын
The 2019 fiesta ST in Ireland has a new style for the grille and new rear
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You are so very right! we are cheated here in the USA!
@autohelix
5 жыл бұрын
Buy it buy it buy it. You will never have a car this fun again that's this cheap ever.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@stepheng887
5 жыл бұрын
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??
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You really think it's better? Thanks for sharing your opinion and for watching!
@stepheng887
5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Oh yeah! This one is so much more aggressive looking than the new shape. Although the interior on the new one is nicer
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I can see where you are coming from! Thanks for the reply!
@stepheng887
5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Subscribed! 👍
@Rellyjuly
5 жыл бұрын
love it FORD THE KING OF ALL CARS!!!
@sherlockholmes5354
5 жыл бұрын
sayang banget ford fiesta 2019 belum di jual di Indonesia. But.. Ford Fiesta is the only one super fun car in the world..
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally argee with you!
@LGrice
5 жыл бұрын
Com’on not every American wants to drive a truck or a suv! Bring the performance car back to the U.S FORD!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
AGREED! 100%
@paulodepablo3649
5 жыл бұрын
I hope that ford would market the ST here in asia while they cut their Ford line in the US.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
It will be intersting to see how it turns out!
@crimson1953
5 жыл бұрын
Sharp little car love them wheels
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Ryan Montgomery I’m so glad you liked it! Thanks for being so supportive!
@daniellocke9534
5 жыл бұрын
Well done review!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate you taking the time to say that!
@JeepCherokeeful
5 жыл бұрын
Looking at getting one before summer.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
They are a ton of fun!
@kgthegreatone943
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
This is very true!
@kgthegreatone943
5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides yea but i want to test drive the focus st
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You need to get behind the wheel of one! They are so fun to drive!
@kgthegreatone943
5 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides yes I do LOL
@kgthegreatone943
5 жыл бұрын
@@davej1212 yup
@sneakers8025
5 жыл бұрын
What a sweet little car with lots of pep! Nice!
@jessefrancis7624
Жыл бұрын
Any changes minor or major mechanically between 2018 and 2019 models?
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
No there are not.
@ianmendez8630
5 жыл бұрын
I do not know how to drive a manual but I did purchase the 2019 fiesta st and pick it up in May. Any pointers or tips?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Left foot comes up and right foot goes down.
@chanpark4032
5 жыл бұрын
5:29 starts the intro again haha, good video though!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Chan Park I wanted to make sure people were paying attention! 😂 sorry about that! Thanks for watching!
@arttom9850
5 жыл бұрын
I thought I was losing my mind...
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
@@arttom9850 Maybe you have? lol . I think I fixed it best that I could! I am so sorry about that!
@iSwagzable
5 жыл бұрын
Question for the 2014-2018 fiesta/focus st owners, is there any differences besides size between the two?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
The Focus ST has more power.
@elbacanreal
5 жыл бұрын
Fiesta is much smaller over all.
@rainmouse2
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
It is a great car!
@bigpoppa1992
5 жыл бұрын
You should see if Walker ford has the ultimate sleeper a ford Taurus SHO.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I will look into their inventory and see if they have one. Thanks for watching!
@sublimegt500
5 жыл бұрын
@Tracy Affrunti back to work joe! Lol
@sublimegt500
5 жыл бұрын
@Tracy Affrunti you out partying tracy?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is true I saw it on Walker Ford's lot!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Huh?
@punk86
4 жыл бұрын
Why do companies still offer halogen instead of HID only now?
@SheldonMcDonell
Жыл бұрын
Question did this feista st have a factory lsd since it was the last year?
@hectorperez7655
2 жыл бұрын
only manual transmission option for the ST Turbo model?
@metaljew4456
5 жыл бұрын
Joe, the Ford dealer 10 minutes from my house has a new 2018 Fiesta ST that has been growing hair on the lot for 6 months. They can’t give this car away. Personally I find the Fiesta to be cheap looking in every way. Four lugs per wheel alone is a deal killer for me. Wheels look like they came out of a JC Whitney catalog. Cheap halogen lights-UGH. The car is To small. Rear seat sucks. Inside is so cheap looking and feeling. My Focus ST3 is as budget as I’m ever going to go. I love my ST3. After 73K miles she cost me $1100.00 to fix the blown fuel pump and fuel rail sensor. Dealer did all the work. 1st ZONK after 5 years and 73,000 miles. I can’t complain.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You did not to shabby with your Focus ST. The Fiesta ST out handles the Focus ST. I think it really depends where the dealers are located. It is nice to have options and after this 2019 they are gone.
@77GR1982
5 жыл бұрын
The Fiesta ST is a much better car, in a league of its own.
@josuemedina58
5 жыл бұрын
You obviously haven’t driven one lol
@stangbanger6445
5 жыл бұрын
i thought the same till my lady got one for her commute I sold my suby and bought one within a month. by far the most fun car for the money IMO and 36 mpg measured. Ford is dropping the ball with this one
@jasonray2526
5 жыл бұрын
I got a 2013ST 91k n havent had a plm with it rides great n fun to drive its race red color with ST2 package in it i replaced rear motor mount with a cobb one i put flowmaster American thunder cat back exhaust on it 1552 cup spoilers on it and got the ford racing performance short throw shifter put in it and put some Bravuris all season tires on it 225/40-18 on it and tinted the windows 32 front 20 all through back im going to pull the snowflake wheels off and put them in the garage and have new wheels put on it this coming month just havent decided which set wheels yet
@wtre428476
5 жыл бұрын
Used in the movie..."Toy Story 4...lol..During a snow storm you will have to tie a flag to the antenna so they can find the car to avoid the snow plows..lol...is that the best car you could get to test...that won't boost your network...Just saying ..."Short Throws". For a short car...lol...keeps me laughing
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You are too much but I appreciate you watching and commenting!
@inshalydh
5 жыл бұрын
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?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I hope they change their mind!
@ryansvloggingit5492
5 жыл бұрын
That dealer needs to take that dam license plate of the front cause it sucks the air flow away
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
It was just for the video.
@brucekendall52
5 жыл бұрын
Sorry I never bought one here last year in SA as we are also not getting the new 1.5L versions.Damn.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I know how you feel!
@davidbrowne1855
5 жыл бұрын
The one thing that puts me off is the 6-speed transmission.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I can understand where you are coming from!
@robray7106
5 жыл бұрын
Not everyone can drive a stick, but it wouldn't be any fun with auto. I have a 14' green envy with recaros, and it's very fun to drive.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
@@robray7106 It would be worth learning manual to drive one of these!
@pathtomath8970
5 жыл бұрын
it literally only took me 2 days to learn how to drive stick shift, Bought mine on a friday, spent the weekend learning to drive stick. went to work monday. Havent stalled once. If you force yourself to learn, youll be surprised by what you can do.
@Spart1269
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Matthew Thibs I totally agree with you! I want Ford to reconsider!
@Spart1269
5 жыл бұрын
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
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is a good point about the snow. Just stink that we get stuck with nothing while other countries are getting the new stuff.
@Spart1269
5 жыл бұрын
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.
@ecjaye
5 жыл бұрын
You'll have to move to Europe to drive the next generation Fiesta and Focus, sucks for us North Americans.
@miriciousvespyre
5 жыл бұрын
oh I bought my focus from there in August lmao Also I just moved to Virginia so that test drive killed me since i lived right down the road ;3;
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