Thanks!
Yes it was one of the options I had to have, along with the 7in Touchscreen. I test drove an Abarth, new Mini JCW and went and sat in a Fiesta ST. The Fiesta just left me quite cold when I sat in it, now I love fast fords but I was looking for something .... more I guess and didn't take up the test drive, obviously they are extremely common also. The Mini was a brilliant bit of kit, lovely interior, solid performance but it was a bit numb to drive and I felt the brakes quite lacking. Not worth the additional premium over the Abarth for me.
I test drove a 140bhp 500 and it just felt like a hyperactive child. Wanting to make loud noises and egging you on to thrash it. I was quite smitten, when I wasn't expecting to like it. Felt it needed more power and then started to look at the Competitzione which is what I eventually ordered. There are lots of little touches that set it apart and make it stand out and most importantly it always seems to beg me to drive it. The ride is firm and has an edge to it when giving it the beans, the diff gives it a little way ward pull on uneven roads making you pay attention and makes you feel like you are making a difference.
Bought it with my heart.
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