VW Golf R32 or Ford Focus ST-3 - CANT DECIDE!!!
Discussion
So i'm looking at getting a new car in a couple of weeks and i've been looking at R32's. I've wanted one since i've been able to first drive basically but at the same time i've always loved Ford Focus ST's aswell and I did learn to drive in a focus so i do know they are nice cars to drive BUT i'm seriously stuck on what car i would like.
I have about a 10-12K price range to go for.
not to fussed out MPG
insurance and road tax isn't an issue.
I just want to make sure i get the right car if i'm spending that much money on it and this will only be my second car! i've never driven a car higher than a 2L turbo but i'm sure i can handle it
So yeah basically i'm just wondering what the public would think is best for me to go for, a ST-3 or and R32? OR if there are any other high powered cars in that price range that might be a good idea then i'm open to ideas!
Thanks
Nick
I have about a 10-12K price range to go for.
not to fussed out MPG
insurance and road tax isn't an issue.
I just want to make sure i get the right car if i'm spending that much money on it and this will only be my second car! i've never driven a car higher than a 2L turbo but i'm sure i can handle it
So yeah basically i'm just wondering what the public would think is best for me to go for, a ST-3 or and R32? OR if there are any other high powered cars in that price range that might be a good idea then i'm open to ideas!
Thanks
Nick
either way the r32 sound amazing 
I test drove an R32 a few years ago. I was looking for something to replace my classic Impreza. I test drove the hatchback STI and then the R32. I really wasn't impressed with it at all. It didn't even feel that quick and had the same wooly, heavy feel as most other VAG products. It was solid but not exciting. In the end I didn't buy either and when the opportunity presented itself again for me to buy another performance car I bought a Mk3 Focus ST-2.
jamiem555 said:
I test drove an R32 a few years ago. I was looking for something to replace my classic Impreza. I test drove the hatchback STI and then the R32. I really wasn't impressed with it at all. It didn't even feel that quick and had the same wooly, heavy feel as most other VAG products. It was solid but not exciting. In the end I didn't buy either and when the opportunity presented itself again for me to buy another performance car I bought a Mk3 Focus ST-2.
Yeah i've noticed a lot of people have said that they are quite heavy cars. Are you enjoying your focus now? I love it. It's a great everyday car. It probably isn't as quick or as sure footed as my Impreza was but it really isn't far off and the level of refinement is light years ahead. Mine is an ST-2 with quite a few options. I couldn't quite stretch to the ST-3 and I don't regret it. Although heated seats would be nice. I see from your budget that you are probably looking for a MK2 Focus. I can't comment on them but the horrendous fuel consumption would put me off.
jamiem555 said:
I love it. It's a great everyday car. It probably isn't as quick or as sure footed as my Impreza was but it really isn't far off and the level of refinement is light years ahead. Mine is an ST-2 with quite a few options. I couldn't quite stretch to the ST-3 and I don't regret it. Although heated seats would be nice. I see from your budget that you are probably looking for a MK2 Focus. I can't comment on them but the horrendous fuel consumption would put me off.
Yeah i have heard that the fuel consumption is crap but then again it's the same in an R32 aswell but i'm not really all the fussed about mpg, i just want something thats got a big kick to it but is also good for everyday use I'd probably go with the Focus ST 2.5 unless you like the extra traction of AWD. Both are nice cars, but the R32 would hold it's money far better if depreciation bothers you. I'd also look at the Mazda 6 MPS if you want a turbo AWD car.
Take a test drive in what you're looking at to help you decide, as you'll learn a lot from it.
Take a test drive in what you're looking at to help you decide, as you'll learn a lot from it.
enarsinick said:
Yeah i have heard that the fuel consumption is crap but then again it's the same in an R32 aswell but i'm not really all the fussed about mpg, i just want something thats got a big kick to it but is also good for everyday use
You don't want an R32 if you want a 'big kick'. It's smoooth non-turbo BMW like engine so it feels slower than it is. Depends what you're used to I guess. iloveboost said:
You don't want an R32 if you want a 'big kick'. It's smoooth non-turbo BMW like engine so it feels slower than it is. Depends what you're used to I guess.
Haha well to be honest the only car I've ever owned is a fiat punto 1.2 haha, felt like it time for a serious upgrade! I'm not really fussed about the car holding its price, I'm hoping to keep it for a while and do it up a little bit maybe. I'm still really stuck but it seems that ST's are a little cheaper that r32's in price, fuel and road tax!
.....buy the golf .bananaman1 said:
Torque steer sucks....the turning circle (especially in multi store car parks)is truly pathetic.....not sure I buy the 0-60 in 6.5 sec`s claim.....all in all ,just abit dull if I`m honest....wifes loves it ..so I guess I`m stuck with it :-)
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