Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a Ford Focus ST

In the market to buy a Ford Focus ST? I got you :)

[johnjesusiskingofkings]

So true about oil temp. We should have a neon sign made for the rear window, that can be turned on/off by a switch.
"Oil Temp Low - Please Pass"
People probably wonder why we are driving like an ancient grandma but the oil is just cold at the moment haha

[ThatNewGenHatch]

I’ve owned my 2015 focus St st2 since 2015 and this car still makes me smile.
Big learning experience as I built it over time .
I’d definitely recommend for it for anyone looking for a fwd hot hatch

[tyronejason]

In our Manual transmission and driveline class at ford they told us you check a clutch by putting it in 4th gear and seeing if it stalls at a dead stop. Basically checking to see if the clutch is engaging or not when you release it

[tomschwartz]

Good common sense information. I tell my young kids don't step on any car until it warms up. Just retired and want an ST as my last car will be a good barn find for some kid some day. Unless my millennial kids fight over it. lol Helpful hints when looking for a good used one Thanks.

[Kazeshini]

Got my ST like 2 weeks ago, your videos have been priceless. Luckily enough mine was 100% stock, and from this video learned I have ST3 which is neat!

[jakelucas]

I’m picking up a 14’ one owner witb 18k miles Friday from the Ford dealership!! Cannot wait!!

[Marzimus]

You helped me in purchasing a good MS3 and now here I am, years later, getting ST advice. Thanks Cam!

[Jake-gbmd]

Your videos gave me everything I needed to know about the focus st! That being said, i fell in love with it and now one will be getting shipped to my door in two weeks. Thanks man!!

[jaredthecanadian]

I followed this build and I was starting to like the st, I've owned a big turbo 1.8 Jetta and a 1st gen speed 3 but i have to say the st is just beautiful, I have the st3 and I'm in love with it

[KelaBeats]

Looking at ST's right now! Thanks for the awesome video! Feel much more prepared for when I test drive and inspect.

[dannyj]

The ticking noise when engine is running is the direct injection system - the injectors are just loud when they spay- same thing in BMWs and AUDIs with DI.

[michaelreitz]

Bought a 2017 FoST brand new and had it for 3 and a half years until I traded it in for a new Mustang a couple of months ago. I out 83K miles on it and not a single problem out of it. It was slightly modified and I beat the shit out of that car. As long as you do your maintenance and you don't over modify it and be too aggressive on the tune trying to get every bit of HP you can then it is a very reliable car.

[NoootABigDeal]

I really miss my ST, but love my jdm evo vii that I got instead. Insurance is absolute balls on a rhd car tho.

[ntiy]

Im about to pick up a 2013 yellow St 2. so read for it man iv been keeping up with the st and the other ones! Definitely a banger of a car!

[legolee]

Thank you, super helpful. I just got approved for a 2017 ST3

[MarkDunstan]

180km from new my issues have been...
-2nd gear synchro is a problem x 2
-Water leaking in through vents behind back bumper, it will fill your car up with water.
- Right hand side cv shaft bearing x 2

[corz]

Love my 18’ Yellow ST-3. Garaged, stock and 35k w/o issues.

[amonGustavo]

You can disable the symposer with a tune too so it might not necessarily be stock if it still has the tupe

[emldV]

I hope in the next few years I can still find one of these. This would make an awesome daily.

[dorianeady]

Just bought a '15 ST from a dealer for 16k w/ 45k orig miles, 1 owner. Love this friggin car!