Hey everyone. I've done a full review on this car - I thought some of you may enjoy it! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/faqZprOHvtq3k6M.html
@davidgrice42352 жыл бұрын
Really good presenter, if they do a Scottish top gear you would be a shoe in! Great, informative advice mate 👍
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks so much for the comment! :)
@markwatson42382 жыл бұрын
Brillian review mate. Excellent cars, I had a 59 plate ST3 back in Dec 2013 and kept it for 3 years. Initially bought it with only around 12,000 miles on the clock and absolutely loved the car from the 1st moment I picked it up. The only issue I had with it in all the time I owned it, was it went into limp mode once. Took it to a main Ford dealer and it was diagnosed with an unseated relay somewhere (can't remember where exactly) Took them 4 hours to find and fix the fault. As you say the only things I went through were tyres, pads and disks on the front. I upgraded it very shortly using Bluefin, but as you say after a day or two the clutch started to slip. Took the mod back of the car and had no other problems with the clutch. Eventually traded it in for a MK3 ST2 on a 14 plate and kept that for almost 3 years as well and didn't have one issue with that car the entire time I owned it.
@tracieoliver23072 жыл бұрын
Great video and very informative however I have worked on these engines for many years and one of the very annoying problems I get is the customer saying he or she may have cracked liners when infact its a blown head gasket! The head gaskets fail very easy on these and under inspection its due to age, along with movement in the liners and over boosting IE running too much power, Your point on the removal of oil filler cap and check for mayo is infact quite missleading as take a car that has done very little mileage and is used infrequently as these cars will have condensation on the oil cap as a result and defo not cracked liners! I estimate I have replaced over 100 head gasket sets on the Focus ST 2.5 so I speak in confidence! Run these on a budget and you will end up with a pile of_ _ I love them great cars if serviced well and treated with respect and please wait for it to warm up first before boosting! and any blow by from exhaust on over run can be and is more likely to be worn valve stem seals and to scheck if has worn stem seals just let the car tick over then slightly rev and watch for smoke that clears
@matthewmorris28412 жыл бұрын
picking an st3 tomorrow, only car review I think I’ve ever watched to the end. Great stuff thanks bud
@chemicalyinbalanced2 жыл бұрын
How's the car going?
@benevans50129 ай бұрын
Any problems a year later?😅
@GCMYT2 жыл бұрын
10/10 from me, your a fantastic presenter.. well done.
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! And thanks for watching!
@theayatollahofrockandrollah2 жыл бұрын
You have such a lovely Scottish accent, I could listen to you all day. You get the thumbs up. Very thorough buyers guide.
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! And thanks for watching!
@TekkenBones2 жыл бұрын
I always wondered why Ford never fitted Volvo's 2.4-litre D5 diesel engine into the Mk2 Focus ST. It literally bolts straight into the Focus. Volvo actually de-tuned it slightly down to 180bhp / 400Nm (down from 185bhp) when they dropped it into the shared chassis of the Ford Focus and Volvo S40/V50 simply because the original massive intercooler from the big Volvos wouldnt fit into the Focus chasiss, so they had to fit the shitty small one (same intercooler as the stock ST intercooler). Stage 1 remap of the Volvo D5 will spit out 230-240bhp and 480Nm... So they COULD have given you a proper hot diesel Focus ST, with a 5 cylinder growl, and decent MPG!
@jameswallace70912 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised it’s never been done. Surely someone’s got sick of the abysmal mpg and thought about it haha
@madanto2394 Жыл бұрын
Volvo owned ford for some time & the Volvo s40 was fitted with 1.6 duratec/duratorq
@martincobes45325 күн бұрын
Very handy as I’m currently looking for one of these
@mikemakesmedia6689 Жыл бұрын
Quality production and presenting bud!
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@zXxAJLxXz972 жыл бұрын
Great review, bought mine 4 weeks ago. I fell victim to the dreaded cluster failure which I believe is a common fault, though not sure how you could diagnose it early on as it seemed to progressively get worse!
@MattHealey. Жыл бұрын
Had one. Was an absolute weapon. Was 9 mths old. Epic. No issues
@migueldelahozrodriguez4382 ай бұрын
You certainly don't have to know 100% English to realise that this review is excellent. Best regards from Spain. Sin duda alguna . Te dejo mi like. Que pasada. Suscribed
@TheBlake1191 Жыл бұрын
I wish we had the mk2 in America, they look so good.
@chino.lowk310 ай бұрын
how come they not in the usa?
@laurenmckenzie46662 жыл бұрын
Got to love an ST 😍
@MichaelJones-ob3bv5 ай бұрын
Had an orange one, did all the checks you suggested and all passed ok but altenator went 2 weeks after purchase and MAF sensor a few months later, no liner or turbo issues luckily and drive shafts replaced 3 years prior were genuine Ford, paintwork was terrible, but despite all that, it was so much fun to drive, engine pulled like a tank, was brutal and sounded awesome,popped and cracked a lot lol, hoping to get another one day with better paintwork 😁
@jamesgearyjames2 жыл бұрын
Heated windscreen in my mk2 (not st, sadly) was one of its best features!
@NickMorloc Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, really helpful and well presented. I'm looking at an ST this week and will be trying to remember all of these points... I think I need a written list!
@swanningabouttheworld45642 жыл бұрын
Great video man not the kind of car I'd thought I see at the cricket club lol. Loved your information short snappy and straight to the point.
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Eoghan! 😁 appreciate the comment
@germalean88g77 Жыл бұрын
Had 1 for a couple of days! Thanks for this video! Saw a few lemons till i found my standard 1 apart from an exhaust! 80k miles fulm service history! Bodywork is mint just 1 little dink on passnager door! Love it
@ConnieCatLove927 ай бұрын
Another common fault is not only the water pump which you need the timing tool but also the cam shaft position sensor. It throws the engine idle off and the timing of the engine can be read wrong as well as throw codes for your exhaust cam sensor and more. Then you end up needing your timing checked just to be safe and all your sensors because the ecu doesn't tell you 'exactly' what the fault is!!! I had a few of these cars and they all had these problems I've said. None of the others that were said thou!!! 😊
@WestHamIronsNews Жыл бұрын
Common misconception not a dodgy bonnet lock, the key wears out from constant interaction with the ignition barrel changing the characteristics of the key, if there is a spare key use that on the bonnet lock.
@amanmatharoo5010 Жыл бұрын
Just seen this now and mate thanks so much for this literally now I can see when I view an st in the future exactly what to look out for! Subscribed
@scottward34992 жыл бұрын
Great advice recently purchased my first st this video has given me a lot of confidence that I’ve found the right one very informative thanks
@Sam_weld2 жыл бұрын
This video was ace, I'm looking for a focus ST3 and will definitely have alot more confidence when viewing due to this video!!
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Best of luck with your search!
@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain2 жыл бұрын
Great little buyers guide, and I do love the noise of a 5 pot ST.
@mathewwade14152 жыл бұрын
Had my facelift st3 for 3 and a half years. I had to upgrade to a full rs clutch upgrade which was my fault for remapping the car. literally only had to change tyres disk and pads!!. Make sure it's a good example you get and look after it properly. Most who get issues buy them and they dont maintain them properly
@matthewmoore6617 ай бұрын
Great video. Thanks. What I heard is don’t get 1. The ST170 is the best but even for that car finding parts is hard and a replacement Getrag MT 285 doesn’t exist (also the parts).
@guidoheeling1179 Жыл бұрын
Nice quality video, surely goung to do these checks when i am going to shop for a mk2 st in march.
@ollieseddon77402 жыл бұрын
Going to look at and st3 today. Some really good stuff on this video. Glad I know what to look out for
@coheedandtom Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Viewing an ST this Friday, got all the info I need 👍🏻
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
good luck!
@stevensmith257710 ай бұрын
Top quality and informative . Armed and ready Subscribed 😇
@em89692 жыл бұрын
Excellent video buddy! Well done
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@davidalex-cains60972 жыл бұрын
Good buyers guide looking into maybe swapping my ST180 for one found the video handy specially pointing out the common faults :)
@A43R3W2 жыл бұрын
Love the channel 👍 Do u think the mk2 st are better than the newer st models ?
@DailyDriversUK Жыл бұрын
Great review. Thanks for this. Gonna buy one in the next few days, so this was really helpful. Liked and subbed ❤😊
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
Very welcome! Good luck with your search and thanks for the sub!
@orwhynotrandom3593 Жыл бұрын
Hey random Australian here I'm looking to buy an XR5 turbo hopefully I find one in good nick seeing I don't want to buy a commo or an XR6 like every p plater Cheers m8
@MartinJones12320 күн бұрын
Did you end up buying one?
@markbrennan4693 Жыл бұрын
Very informative. Great advice. Many thanks.
@junes1182 жыл бұрын
Epic video and a stunning example look like your enjoying the car 😄
@iamneo16902 жыл бұрын
Really good guide and my home town! 👍
@richardmckay1203 Жыл бұрын
Great review I've subscribed
@tkosho24v12 жыл бұрын
Great Video!! I have a question. My 2006 ST225 in Japan with 178km is that the near side front sems to wandering and is a handful to control on any crowned road. Is it better to replace the entire arm or arms and or just buy some Puma bushkit for the lower arms? Would it be smart to just also do both tie rod ends? The stablizer end links have been replaced. Also what is a best menue course for the engine mounts? Thnx!
@adamjones6084 Жыл бұрын
Top quality video 👏🏼
@scott2495 Жыл бұрын
Good points to look out for 👍🏻
@theamazinggoldfish87135 ай бұрын
Glad I went with the Impreza 😃👍
@ade-17722 ай бұрын
I got my st for 2k and had it for 7yrs and is all standard and I got it then had an heart attack so I don’t work anymore bud for a dole st I call it I can’t complain and love mine and it hard to keep on the road but done 30k in mine now
@aledjones96669 ай бұрын
Just a quick message 9.44 minutes in u have nail varnish on 💅 but 2 seconds before you don't 😮😂
@jontcb Жыл бұрын
Excellent presenter very informative top notch should be a top gear presenter 👍
@euanscotland2 жыл бұрын
Did you mention the faulty fuel light? ⛽ It's always on.
@Michael-xw8lv2 жыл бұрын
Lol, in my ST225 i can't drive past a fuel station without pulling into it..
@Hellndegenerates2 жыл бұрын
I've gone 4 years with only 2 maf sensors and a crank sensor .
@lazarpeuraca96182 жыл бұрын
Amazing video, keep at it! Just one question: do the problems with these differ if you opt for a facelifted vs. pre-facelift model, as in are some problems you mentioned solved, or did new problems pop up?
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Hi Lazar, I'm afraid they all apply whether its facelift or pre facelift.
@lazarpeuraca96182 жыл бұрын
@@ScottishCarClan just as i feared, thank you!
@JD-eq4dp Жыл бұрын
Pre 2008 models can suffer from ABS module failure too. No over the counter OBD reader will turn the fault off. New unit only unless you know someone who can remove and rebuild the unit.
@VredeopaardАй бұрын
Tnx mate
@tonyblackie3277 Жыл бұрын
Great presentation - really enjoyable, apart from the blasphemy :/ I wonder if you could mention approx. prices for say a clutch job, or driveshafts (or even 'gulp' engine liner fix) etc. Looking forward to more of the same 👍
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony. We do get requests asking for specific pricing, it can be tricky as everywhere charges different and part prices are always fluctuating. If there’s ever anything specific you’d like a fair price on just message one of our social pages.
@djbrad10002 жыл бұрын
Hade my st MK2 a while now even done track days one other thing to look out for is water hose bingeing to wear out also boost hoses...boost leaking etc
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for adding that!
@jasonboyle72032 жыл бұрын
Only thing that would/ is stopping me is the road tax WOW
@stevejolley88762 жыл бұрын
Mine is only driven in the summer months and has never been driven in the rain so is only taxed for 6 months each year. Yeah they do like a drink😂
@euanscotland2 жыл бұрын
It's not even £1 per day......
@Brock-Lesnar-WWE2 ай бұрын
Can't pay £450 a year as a grown man you failed.. u need to get a better job
@Boas82 жыл бұрын
To prevent the problem with the cracked Zylinder wall I wanted to install “Blockmod”. But when I opened up my engine, the Blockmod doesn’t fit inside, because it was a RS Block. I got one of the latest ST facelift editions. Does this prevent the Zylinder wall from cracking? Sry for my Bad englisch.
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, the latest facelift models had revised cooling channels and therefore were different from early mk2 ST’s. Both can have the block mod applied but you may need a different size of shim. The RS block differs as it uses a special coating on the cylinder walls amongst other changes. I hope this helps!
@paulreddy6642 жыл бұрын
My st gave me errors tried everything battery...always came up with pedal sensor..took the car to mechanic...he said it's the cluster ...but I was not convinced..I tested almost every thing ...then the last was map sensor...cleaned it put it back errors was gone but after a while it came back ...replaced the map..am error was gone
@bez7502 жыл бұрын
Great review. I have a 5 door "family" st😁 the car was already lowered on eibachs and has full powerflow decat. 86000 miles but recently had cam belt and aux belts, rs clutch, new genuine Ford front disc matched with ferodo ds2500....love my 5 pot.. Oh, and its running around 280
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Sounds an absolutely lovely package. Take good care of her!
@bez7502 жыл бұрын
@@ScottishCarClan I forgot to add. The turbo seals have gone and filling the intercooler with engine oil over time 😭 so fuck it, I'm going with the hybrid whilst it's off😁
@GregExploresEverything2 жыл бұрын
Decent channel 👍
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Decent guy you are Mason 👍🏼 😁 thanks for the comment
@raymondmcalonan92652 жыл бұрын
Bottoms of the front wings are always bad in behind skirt
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Is it even an old Ford if it ain’t hiding a bit of crust 🤣
@lukecowell7516 Жыл бұрын
Great review I'm not a young boy racer anymore so I'm looking at a mondeo estate 2.5t do they also have weaker drive shafts I'll be going for 350hp gonna sell my 330d as I no longer need a diesel my commute is only a Mile now Block mod is easily enough done anything I should look out for
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
Just make sure you view it cold, a warm engine hides a lot of the cracked block symptoms
@lukecowell7516 Жыл бұрын
@Scottish Car Clan of course the one I'm looking at has had the block mod done anyway.
@ajwest30812 жыл бұрын
I bought a 59 plate ST3 2 months ago - really pleased with it. Where is the best place to get genuine cosmetic parts from - such as new gear knob and rear light clusters ?
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for the comment. We are OE sticklers so I'd always say a Ford main dealer. If your interested in aftermarket then the worlds your oyster really.
@subikazaferi1501 Жыл бұрын
Theeeees vedeo es sooo coool
@cylturbskie2 жыл бұрын
love these cars, but the fiat made 2 liter 5 cylinder turbo is much stronger more reliable its closed deck no need for block mod internals good for 350bhp at a push 400bhp safely. no oil diaphragm to go wrong either.
@ZiggZacc Жыл бұрын
He also failed to mentioned that this car is actually, just a Volvo.
@u04pww210 ай бұрын
@@ZiggZaccincorrect the engine was sourced from Volvo, 5 cylinder Volvo engines are awesome. Fiat engines not so much.
@MH-cb8kb11 ай бұрын
Buy the car, then buy a 10 pound bonnet lock ebay, 2 liners ,buy one that hasn't been battered,.
@kinglouis69747 ай бұрын
Unfortunately 98% of Um have been well trashed , And the only ones available for a reasonable price are of higher mileage Tbh I’m here because I’m thinking of buying one With this I’m thinking of taking the engine out and modifying it Let’s be fair these cars are only gonna go up in value Because there cheap for what ya get
@cylturbskie2 жыл бұрын
always wanted an st but the reliability is just not there, just like scoobs. the best most popular cars are problem cars.
@Garth-el8kj Жыл бұрын
U wanna buy a mk4 seat Ibiza fr they are amazing once u get them modified I’ve gone right off fords
@rh67772 жыл бұрын
Quality 👏
@saintedwarrior5599 Жыл бұрын
Legend
@ozziemodo31352 жыл бұрын
and if you find none of these faults be prepaired to pay the money for a good example
@happypoop-xo2cf Жыл бұрын
I’ve got a significant squeak when I let off the throttle suddenly, mostly happens when going up or down a hill rather than flat ground. Is this likely to be the front lower arm bushings? And how can I confirm this before ordering the parts? Thanks.
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
Ideally, get it jacked or lifted off the ground and see how much play are in the lower arms. The fact that you say its when you lift off the throttle would make me suspect maybe the gearbox mount. Do you see the gearstick jump around when it does it?
@happypoop-xo2cf Жыл бұрын
@@ScottishCarClan Will jack it up and have a look. And I’m fairly certain the gear stick stays still when it happens. Only jiggles when it’s in too high of a gear for the speed and that. Is the gearbox mount accessible enough to check if it needs replacing, and any idea on how much that’ll be? Thanks
@ScottishCarClan Жыл бұрын
@@happypoop-xo2cf uprated ones are around £100. Very easy DIY job to fit if you have some tools. It's right on the bottom of the gearbox mounting onto the subframe
@uld18962 жыл бұрын
What is this front end kit??????
@spoondude2025 Жыл бұрын
i got the st2 but i dont have xenon
@SA-zoom12 жыл бұрын
Trying to buy one. Sorry to say but all the ones I have looked at have been hammered or and have had cheap repairs like sub standard driveshafts etc. So many dodgy moneypits around. Even seen ones with seriously rusty front wings and sills. Very hard to spot due to the bodykit. And that's ignoring all the badly modified ones or ones with no history... the search continues...
@NB9productions2 жыл бұрын
How’s it going im in the same place bro
@SA-zoom12 жыл бұрын
@@NB9productions scored one finally. 56 plate st3. 51k miles. Sea grey. All major works done and close to immaculate. But at over £7000 you get what you pay for.
@craigwilliams30062 жыл бұрын
Just found one after 6 months of looking and still have to do a few jobs. Good luck 👍
@NB9productions2 жыл бұрын
@@SA-zoom1 Fair play mate, i couldnt find a decent one i got a tt instead 09 200bhp not bad for 5.5k
@SA-zoom12 жыл бұрын
@@NB9productions 👍nice choice
@97warlock Жыл бұрын
what does M,K mean???
@ChromeFusion2 жыл бұрын
Mine boosts to 3/4. Owner told me it was stage 1 but it just doesn’t feel that fast. So guessing it was a shit Remap
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Most stage 1 maps still go to full boost… either your map is a bit conservative or the boost solenoid may be having a problem. Does the boost hold steady?
@cupra2Jock.2 жыл бұрын
They are so dated inside and out but that engine noise and handling has me on the verge of buying one!
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, that 5 pot with an exhaust... glorious.
@shaunsnyman5107Ай бұрын
The supra is also outdated and look how people want them, the mk2 st is a legend that will never be replaced
@k4o5sfc Жыл бұрын
Is t that mk1 lights
@DJrickardo_2 жыл бұрын
9:10 EML light on lol
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
😂 well spotted.
@dennis427702 жыл бұрын
what year is the st2?
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
This was a 2007
@hullster99702 жыл бұрын
9:09 engine management light on LOL. This example has many secrets. The ECU has been moved to allow for another air intake. In fact this whole video is bogus and should be "How to buy a modified Focus ST" .....even then it doesnt cover the mods. I have a 450 brake one of these so i know. PS. I have the block mod.
@patrickellis73669 ай бұрын
bit late now oof
@mikechap852 жыл бұрын
Ticking time bomb then I think I’ll pass lol
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
Some maybe! Certainly block modded well taken care of examples are pretty reliable!
@Luton-Mick2 жыл бұрын
If only they had dropped the legendary but more up to date version of full fat 2.3 t5 from the 850R, A De-tuned for the ST and full vindaloo for the RS and this photocopy pile-o-shite 2.5 left where it belongs, as recycled coke cans. People fell for the it's got the legendary "Volvo T5" BS...not even close. I mean even in standard tune these things are known to have cracked liners and having to knock a few slices of metal between the cylinders just to make them useable is utterly disgraceful. Lovely looking motors that sound glorious before they decide to take a four sometimes five figure shit on you.
@dennis-br6vr2 жыл бұрын
dont buy one, owned 2 and they are money pits. owned 3 20vt's before and those cars where alot cheaper to run, and just as much fun.
@norreanelucypadmencie51132 жыл бұрын
Thas is ford focus st & thas" tf
@pammy5260 Жыл бұрын
Got to be the ugliest car on the road
@benevans50129 ай бұрын
Why are you here then?
@theessexdon2 жыл бұрын
Dump the track'ee and wear some rolled up bottom jeans and brogues....!
@ScottishCarClan2 жыл бұрын
No no no Mark, That's a new age ned. We're trying to remain true to the age of the car ;)