T aking a fast Fiesta and making it faster isn’t something new. In fact, it’s something owners and enthusiasts have been doing right from the launch of the very first sporting Mk1s, and it’s a tradition that is very much still alive today. Not only is it alive, but it’s thriving; improving the performance and styling of the latest fast Fiesta is easier than it ever has been before.
Building on the massive Mk7 Fiesta ST tuning scene, the foundations for improving the performance of the Mk8 ST were already in place even before the car was launched, with numerous specialists all quick to get to grips with the upgrades. Today we’re well catered for: whether it’s just a stealthy, simple first-stage remap or a full-on bigturbo, big-power monster you’re after, there are specialists ready to deliver.
Of course, the sweet spot for most enthusiastic owners is somewhere in between those two extremes, and the exact mods you opt for will depend ultimately on what you want from the car. Is it a B-road bruiser, a track-day racer, or a show stunner?
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