The misses and I test drove a Focus ST yesterday and really liked it. Nice engine note, comfy seats, pulled like a train etc. We've had a Focus before and it was a really good car so we were seriously considering the ST. Then we drove a GTi for the first time...bloody hell, what a car. We were both instantly impressed with the cabin, build quality and perfect seating position.
I had literally driven 200 yards down the road and I started laughing. Couldn't help myself - the car just felt so brilliant, it was hilarious! Any thoughts of the ST were thrown right out of the window. Then I put my foot down a little and it felt better and better (bear in mind I also own a Porsche, so I know what a decent sports car should feel like).
The funniest thing was that the misses had EXACTLY the same reaction after we swapped seats. She stepped out of the car with a massive grin on her face and basically said, "were's having one of these!"
I'm just so impressed with this car, I can't tell you. Now I understand why people love them so much.
We have a couple of very nice ones to look at this weekend, and boy, am I excited :-)
Haha nearly exactly the same story as I had 18mths ago, we'd been to see ST's, 225's, Cupras, Type R's etc but as soon as we both drove the Golf our minds were made up and I've never regretted it once, I'd go as far as saying if, and it's a bit if I ever sell this car I'll only do it to get another newer one.
