written by on 02/02/2010
Had three focus zetecs over the last ten year and being a driving enthusiast the handling is stunning disregardless of which engine you choose.The st170 is not the quickest if you look at the initial figures,but a good driver wants a car that inspires confidence.I've had three of the favourites also (cooper s/renault clio 182/ honda civic type r) the type r being the most recent, but whilst it was the fastest car i've owned the focus st170 is the better car to hurl along a good B road and inspires more confidence,especially through the steering. The type r does have a duff steering feel.A good driver in a slower great handling car will alway be quicker through the bends. So the st170 really is the best of all worlds,easy to drive, practical, and still looks great concidering the design has been around ten years.But, heres the best bit, you should find a good one between 4500-6000. The golf gti for somebody on a budget.
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