JayG90 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Hi, I'm looking at getting a focus ST however not sure which one to look into - I can't find a decent review online either. Would you suggest the ST2 or ST3. I've been to the dealer and currently got £1,500 discount so far though this isnt on a 2015 model. What would you suggest in this area? Anyone who has one of you could give me some tips that would be great Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONDEO TXS 2.2 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Buy the newest, lowest mileage, F.F.S.H. ST 3 you can afford, I prefer the petrol engine model, however the derv is vey good too. There are several nearly new 15 plate examples online for around 25k or less In either guise the Focus ST 3 is simply an awesome car :) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG90 Posted November 25, 2015 Author Share Posted November 25, 2015 So you'd suggest forget looking at brand new? Another dealership has come back with £3,200 discount now I've only got that offline and haven't visited them. I'll have to get it on finance of course. Should I be looking at the current model or maybe wait till next year? As the ford dealership I went too doesn't have the 2015 model and still has the led screen which I'm trying to dodge. At least the one I've seen anyway as shows in their brouchers and online they now have touch screens in the ST-2 and up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONDEO TXS 2.2 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 The only real issues with brand new are : a ) there's a very long waiting list & : b ) depreciation I don't think there'll be many differences between a 2015 MY & a 2016 MY, mine is 2015 & has all one could want really - apart from cooled seats. Spec is of course very much a personal choice, but from what I've seen online the ST 3 depreciates slower than a ST 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford_Man Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Love my st3 best car I've ever had, mine is the derv version tho! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Focus ST = Awesome, nuff said :P But seriously, there are a fair few reviews about. I wanted new as it is the type of car I wouldn't be happy having second hand. If you want to avoid the long lead times then you'll have to find one in stock somewhere and not be too fussy about spec. For me I wanted ST3 for access to the premium sound system and bi-xenons. ST2 is a very good spec if you don't need or want anything on the ST3 though. I'm not very good reviews, better at responding to questions, so whatever you want to know just ask. There are a few of us so called "Jammy beggars" on here that can let you know our thoughts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG90 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Share Posted November 26, 2015 Was speaking to a dealer yesterday who I will be keeping in mind. They have offered £3,500 discount with £1,750 deposit contribution - however reviewing over my finances, I'm going to have too much negative on my current car to manage a figure I'm happy with which is a shame. I've decided I'm going to get the finance down a lot more on my current car, and then go for 2016 model. Either way I'll defo get a focus ST. I would prefer the RS but then we can all dream right? :p 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 I have a 2016 model :P They started building them in September. Just factor in a 3-4 month wait so you are not disappointed :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG90 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Share Posted November 26, 2015 So they are released? I've been told they aren't till next year? I've not seen one in person :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Mine is a 2016 MY Focus. If you are talking about a new shape Mk4 Focus, that will not be out until 2018/2019. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG90 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Share Posted November 26, 2015 http://img2.netcarshow.com/Ford-Focus_ST_2015_800x600_wallpaper_01.jpgThis is the one. Maybe I'm loosing my marbles lol. It's no doubt just been modified knowing my luck :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 That has been out all year, same as the one in my profile pic. 2015 onwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG90 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Share Posted November 26, 2015 How embarrassing. I thought it looked the same as the ones I've seen just different alloys. Ignore me lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 This is the 2011-2014 Focus ST: http://cdn2.autoexpress.co.uk/sites/autoexpressuk/files/1-focus-st-front-tracking-df.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artscot79 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Ide add an after market warranty into it as well seen too many st owners take a car out of it's warranty on finance and ended up with huge bills yeah the dealer will give a warranty but it wont cover most things such as clutch gearbox wheel bearings etc warranty direct would do a warranty that covers everything inc wear and tear and mot fails .i don't work for them I've had one that's saved me a fortune and know a few who got 2011 st on finance low miles fsh at a dealer and in the first year had big bills Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_60 Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Mine is also a 2016 model (2016MY) Jamie ST3 All the way 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetsleeper Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 The mk3.5 focus st I belive hasn't be released yet. According to the guy I just bought my car off there looking at 4wd like the rs.... The 3.5 is due late 2016. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONDEO TXS 2.2 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 My MK 3.5 Focus ST 3 is alive & well :) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 My MK 3.5 Focus ST 3 is alive & well :) So is mine :D The mk3.5 focus st I belive hasn't be released yet. According to the guy I just bought my car off there looking at 4wd like the rs.... The 3.5 is due late 2016. Sounds like he has no clue what he is talking about. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetsleeper Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Yeah just done a google search, sounds like ford reps have no clue sometimes...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loz Cheung Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 I've just ordered an ST-2 and they've said it'll be a marginally updated spec?I know there's a Powershift model for the diesel available to order come 2016 - so I don't know if my petrol variant has any updates that coincide with it too, but I will find out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayo10uk Posted December 5, 2015 Share Posted December 5, 2015 Get mine in 2 weeks! Can't wait. Traded in MY2015, good resale and it's a ST2,nav,cam,pglass Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayo10uk Posted December 5, 2015 Share Posted December 5, 2015 I haven't even looked at the specs, any differences ? Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexp999 Posted December 5, 2015 Share Posted December 5, 2015 Do you mean difference for 2016? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayo10uk Posted December 5, 2015 Share Posted December 5, 2015 What's new for MY2016 Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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