I BOUGHT A MK7 FIESTA ST TO REPLACE MY BMW M140i

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  • @willhicks96
    @willhicks96 2 роки тому +28

    I think everyone appreciates a good little Fez! The Zetec S I had taught me how to drive quickly - carrying speed was a joy with such a sharp accessibile chassis! Love the vids man, keep it up 👍🏼

  • @steshort7898
    @steshort7898 2 роки тому +15

    Nice choice, there's something so nice about going from power back down to something so fun and light hearted. Looks killer in the flesh too.

  • @feedingfrenzy123
    @feedingfrenzy123 2 роки тому +8

    Had mine for 4 years now. Still puts a smile on my face just going for a drive. I've had no major issues on mine at 90k miles, just wear and tear items plus a leaky water pump in the past. Car is totally standard. Keep on top of worn suspension + decent tyres and they will continue to feel sweet

  • @finnleyhills5181
    @finnleyhills5181 2 роки тому +5

    Absolutely love mine. Glad to see more people picking these up and loving them. Soon as you break 200bhp in these they are perfect.

  • @islamicshorts2257
    @islamicshorts2257 2 роки тому +5

    Theres just something iconic with a fiesta ST. Great choice!

  • @charliew7597
    @charliew7597 2 роки тому +1

    Another great video, love the variety on the channel!

  • @martinudall1318
    @martinudall1318 2 роки тому +4

    I had a mk7 and now a mk8.5 ST and for the money you can’t beat them for grin factor… especially throwing them around those windy country lanes 😎🚘

  • @MrBillyboyroge
    @MrBillyboyroge 2 роки тому +7

    Enjoyed the video. I’ve owned my ST3 from new since 2014. Pretty much gone through the Mountune catalogue taking it up to MR230. From experience, if you are happy with the power, then check out an aftermarket engine mount, short shifter and possibly some aftermarket springs. All relatively cheap mods, but certainly enhance the driving experience.
    Other possible mods would be to add cruise control which is fairly simple. The rear head light cluster were updated in circa 2015 to part LED units. Pick up a second hand set from the bay of flea for about 60 sheets. Plug and play jobbies that freshen up the rear end
    Great cars out the factory though. As mentioned, they have 197bhp due to the overboost feature. Marketed as 180bhp though

  • @BlindAndFrench
    @BlindAndFrench 2 роки тому +3

    Great content as always! I sold my M135 earlier this month to release some money for a house. I considered these STs as well for a replacement but ended up settling for a Audi A5 2L TFSI. Surprised at the similar 0-60 times of the A5 and what you've listed in the video! Definitely missing the pull you get from the BM though.

  • @fasthracing
    @fasthracing 2 роки тому +4

    I have had one of these which is the same age as yours from new. They all have 200 hp. Its normally 180 bhp but it has an over boost function on full throttle for about 10 secs that gives an extra 20 bhp. So the Mountune kit adds 15 bhp. Torque steer in 3rd & 4th! Time for new decent tyres. They do about 40 mpg. Decent things.

  • @ZiroOfficial
    @ZiroOfficial 2 роки тому +4

    First time coming across you videos but definitely deserve more subs, professional commentary, footage, editing. here before you hit 100k by the end of the year 👍🏼

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      Got to get to 10k first 😉
      Cheers though man ✌️

  • @drivennorthwest8003
    @drivennorthwest8003 2 роки тому +1

    First video I've just been recommended by UA-cam and massively impressed for a sub 10k subscriber channel! Nice one mate!

  • @m4rtin81
    @m4rtin81 2 роки тому +2

    Yes!!!!!!! Its all about the fiestas now. Let's goooooo.

  • @billybish833
    @billybish833 Рік тому +1

    Just test drove a 2017 ST-3 today. Was so impressed, I bought it.

  • @mickcundall4036
    @mickcundall4036 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant car. I had one for two and a half years and it was fun, cheap to run and insure and very reliable.

  • @4vep
    @4vep 2 роки тому +1

    One of the best cars I have had bought an st3 brand new in 2015 still got it has its foibles but always brings a smile to face

  • @lukewatts3284
    @lukewatts3284 2 роки тому +1

    Had an St1 till about a month ago, put the mountune exhaust on it and the mp215 kit and it was pretty mega for a little hot hatch. Upgraded to a seat cupra Leon 300 though which is a massive upgrade

  • @astradala1845
    @astradala1845 2 роки тому +1

    I used to have one, bought a JCW after. But the fiesta is a beast. Really great car.

  • @jakefull3606
    @jakefull3606 2 роки тому +5

    Such a fun car mate and much cheaper to run than the Beemer😂 You could make it a quick car for not a lot of money if you buy some decent 2nd hand parts. Had a s280 turbo mapped by Trs and it was class! 40mpg when you wanted as well

  • @Datfpv
    @Datfpv 2 роки тому

    bought a mountune 2015 ST, 1 month ago for money reasons, 34k on the clock... worried when I purchased it, will not be letting the little beast go anytime soon, absolutely love it!

  • @markjones-ej8tm
    @markjones-ej8tm 2 роки тому +12

    Had an M140. brilliant engine in a shit chassis, unless you throw a lot of money at them, and then still won’t be anywhere near the handling of an m2. Fiesta ST. Brilliant out of the box great on fuel. You made the right choice for you budget mate. !

    • @Mk1Male
      @Mk1Male 2 роки тому

      Why would you buy an M140i and chuck money at it so it handles like an M2? Have you driven an M2? Have you actually owned an M140i? Full of BS.

    • @edlakota
      @edlakota 2 роки тому +3

      Mate, I'm sure you are opening yourself up for a load of abuse but totally agree. Just sold my m140i with stage 1,.Remus and gearbox tune. Great drivetrain but a rubbish drive with lifeless steering. Way too fast for any case on UK roads except motorway on ramps. Bought an NC mx5 and now have fallen back in love with driving again.

    • @DjNikGnashers
      @DjNikGnashers 2 роки тому

      The M140i isn't going to be as good as an M2 is it, because it's a third of the price. It has a narrower track and you can't fit as large tyre, so what do you expect ?
      If it was as good as an M2, BMW wouldn't sell many M2's would they ?
      The chassis isn't 'shit' at all, it's very good, just not amazing, and a few mods can make it amazing. But that just defeats the whole point, because then for daily driving it's too crashy and stiff, which is how 95% of daily driving goes, and as a daily the M140i in comfort mode (if you have the adaptive suspension) is very nice indeed.
      I have never owned a car which is as good at doing everything so well, I absolutely love mine.

  • @soltea7926
    @soltea7926 2 роки тому +2

    I've gone from a cupra 280 to a 635d and I desperately need a small hot hatch back in my life, deffo gonna get an st if I see a nice one 👍

  • @AK-wj5wx
    @AK-wj5wx 2 роки тому +6

    Great choice! Like some have suggested, if you think the car was treated well by previous owners, which with the 40k miles sounds like it has, worth looking at going stage 2, these engines are solid and can cope with 330hp no problem, a new clutch, better brakes and you will not look back.

    • @Stallzyx
      @Stallzyx Рік тому

      haha yo dude no way I found you again here years later

  • @udgii
    @udgii 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve just went from a st to a golf R and I do miss it as you say it’s a go kart so much fun

  • @andy00grant
    @andy00grant 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. I'm currently having a similar dilemma with my 140. Not sure what to get maybe a type R or Renault sport maybe an i30N.

  • @scottpedley8488
    @scottpedley8488 2 роки тому

    I went from a mountune mr230 (big brake kit, everything mountune do) to a m140i stage 2. M140i was a lot quicker after 40mph but the fiesta was so fun!!! If you want to go fast in a corner it’s the fiesta if you wanna go sideways obviously the m140i.

  • @carllatham1558
    @carllatham1558 2 роки тому

    I had a Z4 coupe 3.0si before I went to my fez. I loved that car and miss it. But it was expensive to run and maintain and it would be even worse today. I've had the fez 5 years now and it does make me smile when out on the road. It's not fast by any means and lots of cars can leave me in their wake. But I know I can enjoy all the power it has and use more of it and most my gears compared to more powerful cars than push 300 to 400 bhp where you are doing 60 in second gear in not time. Will look forward to hearing your thoughts on the fez.

  • @TomClarke71
    @TomClarke71 2 роки тому

    I went from a fez to a clio mk4 RS. the manual is more fun but clio just goes next level in RS mode. If you're keeping get a induction kit. makes it more fun with the blow off.

  • @omara04
    @omara04 6 місяців тому +1

    Currently own both and it's a genuine struggle to decide each morning... they're both great cars in their own right

  • @svend.7324
    @svend.7324 Рік тому

    when it comes to affordable driving fun, the st mk7 was unrivaled at the time. and even today there are still plenty of people who appreciate just that. Jeremy Clarkson said: “I spend most of my life whizzing hither and thither in exotica made from platinum and rhodium and fitted with engines that roar and bellow and spit fire. And all I want on the way home is a Ford Fiesta ST.”
    It's my everyday vehicle alongside my one-off prototype and I've driven much more powerful and faster cars, but in the end I'm just like Jeremy. Good choice, mate! 🙂👍

  • @chrispole748
    @chrispole748 2 роки тому +1

    I had the HK in my 135i and I didn’t think it was much better than the mk7 ST I had before it. 135i is gone now and I’m in a mk8. Just missed my ST

  • @timothyhewitt6736
    @timothyhewitt6736 2 роки тому +3

    Like the way you reviewed this, and seemed a fair review imo. I'd love to see you a manual Golf GTD. If you want cheap motoring this could be the car for you. One minute giving you 60mpg on the motorway, but even when blasting it on a country lane, you still get 30's.
    Would also be further interesting to see how a dsg then compares on top. 🙂

  • @samcook7046
    @samcook7046 2 роки тому +1

    I got a 320bhp one of these. There’s so much you can do and great value for money

  • @ohbollox2it
    @ohbollox2it 2 роки тому +1

    Love the K truck!!!! ST was a good option too

  • @supernewf3722
    @supernewf3722 9 місяців тому +1

    I have a 2017 fiesta st and a 2019 edge st.Nice video 😀

  • @ollyhere123
    @ollyhere123 2 роки тому

    I had a fiesta st with the mountune mr230 kit on it. it was amazing but it had a battery drain so I had to keep jumpstarting it once every couple if days and no garage could find the fault, so I had to get rid off it, so gutted

  • @locky1227
    @locky1227 2 роки тому +3

    I went from a Focus RS MK3 to a Fiesta St - white as well, great car, a lot of fun to be had for little money - ironically l went to a GR4 Yaris (brilliant) BUT lm now back in a M140 - there aren’t many cars l would have twice (so much choice) but obviously the M140 is one because l have 😃 and definitely the Fiesta ST - but probably the new 1.5 (orange 👍). Another good review - l really enjoyed it 👍. Ps if any of you young men think you may grow out of performance cars - think again- lm nearly 60 and getting worse 😂😂😂😂

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      Never change Locky. Keep buying em 🤙

  • @vroom6591
    @vroom6591 2 роки тому +1

    I just went from a gt86 to a Corsa vxr nurburgring edition for money reasons and practical reasons but IV gained power ,the vxr is way qwicker and a better ride than the 86 only thing is it doesn't stand out as much . I did look at the st but you see loads of them around

  • @retrosmoke
    @retrosmoke 2 роки тому +1

    can't wait to see what courtesy car I get in a few weeks time looool

  • @max.bs6
    @max.bs6 2 роки тому +3

    Cracking motor, especially when not riced out

  • @jamiechester8300
    @jamiechester8300 2 роки тому +1

    Seen the link In the fiesta group I should have gone for a white one instead of an all black but then again it’s still as fun to drive with the same map as you and same speck loved the edits don’t doubt your self on not uploads more Videos I’d like to see what you full plans of modifications will be 😃

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      Black looks awesome for the 20 minutes it's clean 🤣

  • @bikesnjosh
    @bikesnjosh 2 роки тому +1

    been thinking about selling my Mini SD fully jcw kitted (180bhp stg 1 ) and opting for a fiesta st 🤔 still not sure what to do yet 🤣

  • @aidenleeroberts
    @aidenleeroberts 2 роки тому +1

    Ace vid! Love the honesty looking at getting one myself😁how much you looking to spend with that amount of miles on?

  • @howlett2012
    @howlett2012 2 роки тому +1

    nice to see you put your best tracksuit on to match the car image.

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      JD Sports have already been in touch about a brand deal 🤣

  • @Andrew-el8xi
    @Andrew-el8xi 2 роки тому +1

    I have this car same colour 17 plate...the new shape looks pretty dull !! Love the older look ...

  • @marc9283
    @marc9283 2 роки тому +1

    haha and im over here with virtually the same car (white ST180 with a stage 1 map) and im contemplating updating to a M140.

  • @p18dna
    @p18dna 2 роки тому +4

    Fair play mate, I went from a M240i to a manual facelift I30N recently and difference in handling is insane! proper fun round corners and fuel economy is much better!

    • @henzopereira5308
      @henzopereira5308 2 роки тому

      How you finding the longer trips? Comfortable enough?

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      Ideally I would have jumped into an i20n, but the waiting lists (unless you pick up a cancelled order) put me off

    • @p18dna
      @p18dna 2 роки тому

      @@henzopereira5308 Yeah, done a 250 mile round trip when I picked it up and put the suspension into comfort and it was great, the seats are pretty good but don't have much bolster support though

    • @p18dna
      @p18dna 2 роки тому +1

      @@lookship That would have been a great choice! yeah the waiting times are mad atm, I waited 4 months to pick mine up, enjoy the ST!

    • @jamesbeaumont237
      @jamesbeaumont237 2 роки тому

      Weird that. The i30N has a reputation for being terrible in fuel whereas the M240i have can do 30-40mpg easy.

  • @matrobroberts916
    @matrobroberts916 2 роки тому +1

    Both great cars

  • @Conzyy
    @Conzyy 2 роки тому +1

    im buying a 2016 molten orange one with only 30k miles on it and the paintwork and wheels are immaculate, i wont mention how much im paying for it but hey, its well worth it to me :)

  • @TheEryk03
    @TheEryk03 Рік тому

    The best hot hatch ever!

  • @mauromortier7808
    @mauromortier7808 2 роки тому

    Currently have a fiesta and need a change since it’s coming to the end of it’s life so i was thinking a 1series. Would you recommend it?

  • @BR-jc2bv
    @BR-jc2bv 2 роки тому +1

    Great little cars for the money

  • @danielcoates7207
    @danielcoates7207 2 роки тому +1

    Think you should get a tow bar and see it will tow the K truck ok. Fords are power houses for towing capability’s.

  • @Throttle.Monkey
    @Throttle.Monkey 2 роки тому +5

    I had a st then 140i. The st was way more fun! The 140 didn’t have much to offer other than straight line performance and the auto made things boring. Sold the 140 for an M2 and now looking for a st for weekend fun toy.

    • @ARDEN440i
      @ARDEN440i 2 роки тому +1

      Shouldn't it be the other way round? M2 for weekend Fiesta as the daily??

    • @Throttle.Monkey
      @Throttle.Monkey 2 роки тому +1

      @@ARDEN440i st more as a project build.

    • @ARDEN440i
      @ARDEN440i 2 роки тому

      @@Throttle.Monkey Fair

  • @usemoreoil
    @usemoreoil 2 роки тому +4

    Comments in here are hilarious I bet most of you haven't even got a driving license,he's had as 140i had fun in it now it's time for something more affordable, fiesta's are great little cars.

  • @TimChump
    @TimChump 2 роки тому +1

    FairPlay at least your honest it comes down to money.

  • @paulchilds8884
    @paulchilds8884 2 роки тому +1

    Just came across your channel great video will be
    subscribing to your channel

  • @peterscott5814
    @peterscott5814 2 роки тому +1

    summer is here & we need a Grom ride video

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      I best book my test! 😉😆

  • @kalheer
    @kalheer 2 роки тому +1

    I’ll be getting a fiesta to 👍🏻

  • @jasonelliott8101
    @jasonelliott8101 2 роки тому

    Will need that stage 3

  • @ryanbailey4882
    @ryanbailey4882 2 роки тому +1

    Had an st for 2 and a half years now, love it to bits, but m140 is the dream next car for me. Will keep watching your content, as enjoyed your m140 stuff

  • @elaxel1469
    @elaxel1469 Рік тому

    Is teh suspension of the Fiesta ST bearable for a daily drive use or too stiff?

  • @adambeaver1749
    @adambeaver1749 2 роки тому

    I replaced my M140i Shadow Edition with a GR Yaris ! Not looked back since 😉
    Also had a mk7 Fiesta ST2 MP215.....cracking car 👍

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +2

      Gotta admit if I had the wonga I would have done the same. Ridiculous bit of kit. Watch this space there might be another video coming on one 👀

  • @tomelliott9
    @tomelliott9 2 роки тому +1

    I'm pretty sure I was behind your 140i near Ingleby Barwick in my white ST about a month ago

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      Maybe a few months back before I sold it aye. My old man lives up there. Its in Glasgow now 🥲

  • @tomelliott9
    @tomelliott9 2 роки тому +1

    The ST180 was actually 197 in gears 3 to 6. The ST200 was 210ish 3rd onwards

    • @Gronkhsau
      @Gronkhsau 2 роки тому

      I heard its 2-5 gear and in 6 gear its back to 180. Thats also how it feel in my fiesta st

  • @stubbk3
    @stubbk3 2 роки тому +2

    your 140 was mint, the local chav kids drive st,s thats all i have to say about this

  • @-HCH-
    @-HCH- 2 роки тому +1

    @lookship
    Ive got a st 200, Get some decent tyres on yours. Ive got pilot sport 4s on mine and sorts the car out from bogging down in the dry when i give it some beans 👍

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      PS3s on this haven't let me down so far!
      Well apart from a bit of lift off oversteer haha. Brown trouser moment 🤣

  • @marcusbrereton998
    @marcusbrereton998 2 роки тому +1

    Good car them little fiestas

  • @BaysMediaWorld
    @BaysMediaWorld 2 роки тому

    I think it was a good choice but still got be sad to see the m140i go?

  • @ollybell106
    @ollybell106 2 роки тому +1

    I'd 1000% have another mk7 st any day of the week

  • @georgefernandez5362
    @georgefernandez5362 2 роки тому +1

    Not a bad decision, no one here can speak unless you buy a fiesta ST and drive it hard or in the canyons , then you will know why it’s an amazing car , this is coming from a bmw m3 owner

  • @semperbauhaus
    @semperbauhaus 2 роки тому

    I daily a 335d and have had a local ST driver trying to get into my back seat a few times. With nothing in front of me the ST gets left way behind....630nm of torque and all that...but once I hit a queue it's back up my arse again. If I was after a little weekend toy I'd consider one for sure and get it mapped and fitted out as much as possible to upset other BMW drivers like me. Plus there is an Audi driver near me who seems to think he is Ayrton Senna....one day he will end up like him. A nippy little ST would be great to wipe the smirk off of his face.

    • @craig1996
      @craig1996 2 роки тому

      all depends where you are though, if you were on a nice twisty national speed limit b road with not so many long straights i'd bet money the fiesta would still be on your bumper and constantly lifting off the throttle to not rear end you, all about location, i've noticed straight line speed in them aren't that great, had a few occasions where standard family car's have been almost neck and neck at merge points with me giving mine everything it got but as i said these come alive in the corners, brilliant cars just got bad rep from the little boys that financed them from new and ruined them Them remapped 335d's are rappid in a straight line though!

  • @JayJay-loz
    @JayJay-loz 2 роки тому +1

    Nice on the corners but in no way a upgrade from the 140i.
    Definitely need some added security, wheel lock is the first purchase before the metal dust caps and go fast stripes 😂

    • @HunterGamingHD
      @HunterGamingHD 2 роки тому +1

      if my grandmother had wheels she would've been a bike

  • @reubenlomas1545
    @reubenlomas1545 5 місяців тому +1

    So its been a year, are we able to get an update on the fiesta st?

    • @lookship
      @lookship  4 місяці тому

      Lol it's long gone. Was quite fun, but fancied something a bit nicer to sit in everyday.

  • @tomm6525
    @tomm6525 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve got one as a daily for my OG m2 and credit to the fiesta I never feel disappointed when I take the ST out. Are you sure yours is an ST-2 though as it’s got the electronic temp controls from an ST-3? It may have come standard on the earlier cars but the two st-2’s I’ve had (15 and 65 reg) both had the old temp controls

    • @georgeacres4
      @georgeacres4 2 роки тому +1

      It's got the ST-3 centre screen too so probably is an ST-3 (or has been converted to at least look like one)

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      Was told it was an ST-2 with the Sat Nav and electronic climate control optional extra. Might aswell be an ST-3. The lad who sold it to me shifts these on the regular so I presume that's the case.

    • @alientje97
      @alientje97 2 роки тому

      @@lookship looks like an st-2 with upgrades. ST-3 has keyless entry and CC.

    • @rajamustafa2499
      @rajamustafa2499 Рік тому

      Na it’s not an st 3 they come with cruise control on the steering wheel I’ve got one

    • @Pr0hunt3r18
      @Pr0hunt3r18 Рік тому

      @@rajamustafa2499 how is the st on an average road? Is it very uncomfortable and any mods to make the ride better?

  • @JT-of9qb
    @JT-of9qb 2 роки тому +1

    Just out of curiosity did you get the subframe inserts, underbody chassis brace and a decent tyre/suspension set up before writing the M140i off in the handling department?

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      I didn't. You're right there are plenty of things you can do to improve them, but straight out the box the ST is an improvement over the 140 on the roads I like to go limiter bashing on 😃

    • @JT-of9qb
      @JT-of9qb 2 роки тому

      @@lookship I totally agree mate, they're insane value for money. I had a DSG Cupra 300 and still miss how it handles! I was just intrigued to see if you'd upgraded the components above and still didn't feel the 140i was up to scratch.

  • @DannyGartside
    @DannyGartside 2 роки тому +1

    Nice hill climb test on the Saltburn esses!

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      Had the back end step out. The front end sticks like shit 😆

    • @DannyGartside
      @DannyGartside 2 роки тому

      @@lookship went up in the 140 the other week…it’s a bit shiny on that tight left handed when the bus turns, it certainly gets twitchy

  • @abigailbailey5159
    @abigailbailey5159 2 роки тому +1

    Make sure it’s got a decent alarm/immobiliser

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      Saw a guy driving one with a set of molegrips. Literally nothing you can do to stop them lmao. Just luck of the draw I guess.

  • @jeffabbott463
    @jeffabbott463 2 роки тому +2

    Nice little motor!

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      It does everything I want out of a car matey 👍

    • @jeffabbott463
      @jeffabbott463 2 роки тому +1

      @@lookship yeah I often say to myself why pay a fortune for a car as you can't use the power half of them have got in the UK roads, just get something that makes you smile. So what did I do, went and got an A35 AMG! Next time I'll listen to myself!

  • @TheUnPlayable
    @TheUnPlayable 2 роки тому

    Should have gotten a 208 bps / clio 4rs trophy / 308gti / m3rs

  • @dreamcrusher112
    @dreamcrusher112 2 роки тому +5

    I get it, money can be tight. Mad decision tho, I've seen M140s going round the nordschleife at crazy speed. Waiting for the popcorn map and universal credit mods.

  • @OllyFK
    @OllyFK 2 роки тому +2

    I came from a ST to a M135i and do not regret my decision.

    • @tomelliott9
      @tomelliott9 2 роки тому +1

      Yet

    • @Stallzyx
      @Stallzyx Рік тому

      @@tomelliott9 haha yo dude :) been a little while

  • @johnh6535
    @johnh6535 2 роки тому +1

    I had an ST2 briefly in 2014 but couldn’t get on with the seats … and moved back to BMW. My ST was initially standard then had the MP215 kit added. The Mountune kit made a huge difference to everyday driving and was very noticeable ! Definitely a good buy to get a car with it on.

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +3

      Ahh man the seats are probably my favourite part of it 😆
      Glad to hear the 215 kit was a good choice 👌

    • @johnh6535
      @johnh6535 2 роки тому +1

      @@lookship I think I’m a bit fatter than you 😅

  • @bandile_sisonke
    @bandile_sisonke 2 роки тому +1

    Isn't top speed 139mph?

  • @adam2676
    @adam2676 2 роки тому +1

    Currently on the hunt for my next car. 22 and graduating in summer. Owned a 1.4 punto since passing my test and in desperate neeed of more power. Trying to decide what to buy is so difficult. Want to go down the M135i route but not sure if its best straight away. Any ideas? Maybe something like this could be worth it 🤔

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +2

      I wanted more power ever since I passed my test. Ended up with more power than I could use in a chassis that wasn't designed to take it. The Mlites are fantastic cars, but the figures don't do them justice when it comes to using it around the corners.
      If you really really want one get it out of your system now. I never thought I'd come back to something like this, but for spirited driving over a B road it's miles more fun with 200-300bhp and a manual box.

    • @adam2676
      @adam2676 2 роки тому

      @@lookship Ive wanted one for years, always thought they looked proper cool. So might be a case of getting it now then moving on later like you suggested.
      I don't think im quite ready for an automatic just yet though 🤣, which is proving to be quite difficult to get a good spec manual for 15-17k which is kinda also throwing me off too.
      The cornering isnt something I hadn't really thought about too much also. As much as I want to be able to fly down a dual carridgeway, Ild like to be able to corner a B road without ending up in a hedge and wiping my 5y no claims🤣.

    • @jeejabuaja
      @jeejabuaja 4 дні тому

      m135i is just a poor mans m140i. chav car anyway youd be better off with an m240i imo

  • @ReeceT20
    @ReeceT20 2 роки тому +2

    Honestly in an M240i I see why you did it

  • @Hellndegenerates
    @Hellndegenerates Рік тому +1

    Cool

  • @mrstudio5389
    @mrstudio5389 2 роки тому

    I considered a Fiesta ST for it's great handling but it didn't impress me on a test drive . In the end got a megane 250 cup got LSD and basically in the same price range as an ST Mk7

    • @Gronkhsau
      @Gronkhsau 2 роки тому

      in my country the cost around 10k... so tell me how you can find a megane 250cup with an lsd for that less of money?

    • @mrstudio5389
      @mrstudio5389 2 роки тому

      @@Gronkhsau I'm not sure on your country's market but here in the UK you can get plenty Megane 250's for 10k , ofc they will have some mileage but it's expected for a 12 year old car

    • @Gronkhsau
      @Gronkhsau 2 роки тому

      @@mrstudio5389 oh okay. Thats nice.

  • @GirthFX
    @GirthFX 2 роки тому

    fair enough

  • @markfletcher6504
    @markfletcher6504 2 роки тому

    Luke, I know you said you got rid of the bmw for cornering speed. If you had the money, would you reconsider getting an s3 or golf r for the awd and handling? Would these be better on the twistys compared to the m140?

    • @lookship
      @lookship  Рік тому +1

      Standard both of those would be better in the corners as far as speed is concerned. I'm not exactly sure you'd have as much fun because the 140 was a good laugh to drive - I think it was the fact it kept you on your toes and if you got it wrong you'd die 😅
      Saying that, if I did have the money to go out and buy another large performance hatch to go fast round the bends, like a Golf R or A45, I'd probably go with the FK8 Civic Type R. I just prefer FWD in a hot hatch at the moment. I'm sure it's just a phase 😄

    • @markfletcher6504
      @markfletcher6504 Рік тому

      @@lookship haha, I used to have a mazda3 mps mk2. Was brilliant. I now have an slk350 which sounds class. Im after an awd drive car now as i need it for winter driving too. Was looking at s3 and a45, but for the same price im tempted with an older rs5. 😬😁

  • @mullermulqueen6644
    @mullermulqueen6644 2 роки тому +1

    The Mk7 is a gorgeous car and a weapon.
    Interested to know why you didn't choose the Mk8 over a Mk7 though, they are a much better car and a far better daily in my opinion (I'm biased obviously due to having a Mk8 ST-3)

    • @dreamcrusher112
      @dreamcrusher112 2 роки тому +1

      Money i imagine

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      Yep, money.
      I had a budget of about 17-18k and I was looking at 275 Trophys, but couldn't find one with the options I wanted on for the price (they do come up they're just rare af). When I looked at other things with that budget the MK8 was an option as was the JCW hatch, but I just thought why not pocket a few quid and buy some mods for the van with the change - which is what I'll be doing 🙂

    • @Rookiereece
      @Rookiereece 2 роки тому +2

      Tuning potential on the 1.6 from the Mk7 is vastly better, very robust. The Mk8 sounds alot nicer tho 🤣

  • @iz7875
    @iz7875 2 роки тому

    What B road is that?

  • @chrisd635csi
    @chrisd635csi 2 роки тому +2

    Wicked car and nice example. After 12 mths with an M140 the honeymoon period for me is well and trully over and the ride/handling is getting on my tits. I am going to spend a bit of money on mods but v interested to see how you get on with the fezza, looks great fun to drive

    • @Geeman300
      @Geeman300 2 роки тому +1

      The ST rides just as hard ifnot harder. But does stick like glue in the bends and very throwable, i came from fiST to 140i

    • @chrisd635csi
      @chrisd635csi 2 роки тому

      @@Geeman300 take your point, hard is OK, bouncing all over the shop is not though, that's the bit that is annoying me

  • @marcbirchley2418
    @marcbirchley2418 2 роки тому

    Still would of considered the Pug 208 GTI 30th/Peugeot Sport edition...
    More power, 4 pot brembos up front, torsen diff, better fuel economy and funky paint job in the red/black...
    The spec sheet states the 208 30th can achieve nearly 53mpg on cruise

  • @sleeker165
    @sleeker165 2 роки тому

    Nice enough car that 👍

  • @ashwells1059
    @ashwells1059 2 роки тому

    Cuppa petrol ?

  • @Peakwanderer
    @Peakwanderer 2 роки тому +1

    I'm off to ebay to see what's about, certainly more suited to where I drive than the BMW.

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому +1

      I paid a 11k if I remember right. Can probably pick up a newer model with a few more miles than mine for the same amount, but the mountune kit swayed it for me since I didn't want to go down the route of modifying it myself. Or so I keep saying, it's bound to happen.

    • @Stallzyx
      @Stallzyx Рік тому

      @@lookship 11k for a 63 plate seems very steep. seen 16 or 17 plates for that much

  • @bowietizzle1352
    @bowietizzle1352 2 роки тому +1

    Nice

  • @diocristo34
    @diocristo34 Рік тому +1

    Bought one one year ago, it's fantastic

  • @joestatham7106
    @joestatham7106 2 роки тому +1

    I bought a 63 plate st-2 couple weeks ago with 32000 on the clock

    • @lookship
      @lookship  2 роки тому

      Enjoying it?

    • @joestatham7106
      @joestatham7106 2 роки тому

      @@lookship haha so I’m 18 right, my insurance starts tomorrow so quite exited, I will have been driving for a year tomorrow (for some context).

    • @Doppo69
      @Doppo69 2 місяці тому +1

      @@joestatham7106how much was your insurance?! I have 15 years no claims and been driving for 20 years it was still £700 for a year for me!

    • @joestatham7106
      @joestatham7106 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Doppo69 Christ seems steep. First got mine when I was 18 cost 2.5k for a year, second year went down to 2k. Then someone crashed into my baby while she was parked up 🥲 now got a mk8 st 2019 plate and insurance is down again now to 1.7k a year 💪

    • @Doppo69
      @Doppo69 2 місяці тому

      @@joestatham7106 does seem steep mate I haven’t bought one yet though! The theft thing puts me off slightly…!