[marc89gti]

Interesting article from Motor Trend and yet again the FiST is a finalist against some pretty impressive drivers cars.

http://www.motortrend.com/features/...s_car_contenders_part_3/?sm_id=social31981776

 

[RodMoe]

Not bad for a little car that could .. Rich air there boyo

 

[iLiptiKal]

Just watched the video on YouTube this morning, pretty decent result considering the other cars on the list. And nothing but love from Randy in the video too.

 

[Cesso]

It placed exactly where I thought it would. Outstanding work!

A few quotes:

"A car this inexpensive placing this high in Best Driver’s Car is remarkable, and some wondered why it didn’t place even higher. When it comes to fun, the Fiesta ST is a giant-killer. Its ranking is a testament to the sheer quality of the competition this year."

"Its greatest strength is its effect on the driver. “How can you not love this little scamp?” said Christian Seabaugh. Senior features editor Jonny Lieberman agrees: ”I bought one!” The Fiesta represents not only the best fun-per-dollar ratio of this group, but perhaps in the entire new car market. Few cars inspire such giggling and reckless behavior. How fast can we take that off-ramp? How long can I stand on the throttle through these corners? Is that a jump? Let’s find out."

 

[marc89gti]

Video of FiST doing the lap around Laguna Seca.

 

[moff3tt]

Why does it look like he lets up right before the finish? The speed seems to sprint to 85 then it ticks 86 and stops for quite a ways before the finish... Edit: It just hit me he topped out 3rd and didn't bother shifting into 4th.

 

[Mr UFO]

Great driving Randy! I could only muster a 1:55:0 on Z2's with the Cobb map.