Fiesta ST-3/Ibiza Cupra Black 1.8TSI

[j.owen]

Has anyone here drove both the ST3 and 1.8TSI Cupra Black? If so, I would like to hear your comparisons/views.

Recently test drove an ST3 and awaiting a test drive of a Cupra. Looking to hand back my lease FR after Christmas because I want more power and already looking around. Also interested in Cupra 290's if the lease deal is worth it.

Cheers,

 

[Rascal]

How about the New Focus RS?

 

[Sonofzelda]

Hi J
I've recently driven both cars and also the corsa vxr, 208 gti, polo gti, mx5 and gt86.
The cupra was, for me, the easy overall winner.
The ford had the best steering feedback but the worst styling, managing to look both mundane and garish at the same time.
The sports cars had all the looks but were no better to drive than the hatchbacks
The cupra was the most refined, comfortable and relaxing to drive.
I liked the cupra's torquey engine and slick gearchange.
I love the cupra's exterior looks and also the interior but only with the alcantara fabrics.
Apart from the red calipers none of the styling details of the cupra give much of a clue as to the performance on offer.
Needless to say I've been enjoying my new car since sept 1.
No me arrepiento de nada.

 

[Sonofzelda]

Hi again
I've just read all your other posts and think it's marvelous that you've managed to save so much in these difficult times.
Buying a house is the most sensible option.
New cars will get cheaper and better.
New houses will get dearer and worse.
The housing slump is over and houses are being sold very quickly round here (Rugby/Coventry)
You'll have plenty of opportunity to satisfy your car liketohaves but no time like the present to assure your long-term accommodation needtohaves.
Also the kudos in having your own gaff will be immeasurable.
Hasta la vista

 

[j.owen]

Hi J
I've recently driven both cars and also the corsa vxr, 208 gti, polo gti, mx5 and gt86.
The cupra was, for me, the easy overall winner.
The ford had the best steering feedback but the worst styling, managing to look both mundane and garish at the same time.
The sports cars had all the looks but were no better to drive than the hatchbacks
The cupra was the most refined, comfortable and relaxing to drive.
I liked the cupra's torquey engine and slick gearchange.
I love the cupra's exterior looks and also the interior but only with the alcantara fabrics.
Apart from the red calipers none of the styling details of the cupra give much of a clue as to the performance on offer.
Needless to say I've been enjoying my new car since sept 1.
No me arrepiento de nada.

Thanks for the info - I'm still yet to test drive a Cupra as my local dealers don't have any in stock! Going to try again soon though, I agree with your points on the Fiesta - The price point and the option of an MP215 kit is tempting though.

 

[j.owen]

Hi again
I've just read all your other posts and think it's marvelous that you've managed to save so much in these difficult times.
Buying a house is the most sensible option.
New cars will get cheaper and better.
New houses will get dearer and worse.
The housing slump is over and houses are being sold very quickly round here (Rugby/Coventry)
You'll have plenty of opportunity to satisfy your car liketohaves but no time like the present to assure your long-term accommodation needtohaves.
Also the kudos in having your own gaff will be immeasurable.
Hasta la vista

Cheers! Of course buying a house is the most sensible option but I've only just turned 21 and have no intentions of leaving home, at least for the new few years. Where I live a new-ish build 3 bedroom semi is around £150k-£175k so it's not as bad as other areas in the UK.

Also, my way of thinking is that if I've managed to save up that amount in just under three years of working, surely I'll be able to do the same again in another three years (plus/minus a little), so by 24 I could (in theory) put down a deposit for a mortgage.

 

[golfhappy]

Cheers! Of course buying a house is the most sensible option but I've only just turned 21 and have no intentions of leaving home, at least for the new few years. Where I live a new-ish build 3 bedroom semi is around £150k-£175k so it's not as bad as other areas in the UK.

Also, my way of thinking is that if I've managed to save up that amount in just under three years of working, surely I'll be able to do the same again in another three years (plus/minus a little), so by 24 I could (in theory) put down a deposit for a mortgage.

And 124 before the mortgage is paid!