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18-09-2006, 08:26 PM
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went bigger and better..
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Perth, WA
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Just wanted to share my ESTA story with you, especially as there was quite a lengthy thread about whether to take a big six or small four on a long drive.
The brief was simply, drive 1200 klms, have a weeks break, drive 1200 klms home. The choice was a 2004 BA Falcon or 2005 WP Fiesta. I chose the Fiesta and was very pleased with the decision, especially when I saw the price of fuel in the Far North West. Here is how it went: Perth to Geraldton : 415 klm 29.53 litres at $1.578/litre Fuel economy 7.11 litre/klm averaging 110-115 km/h Geraldton to Carnarvon : 481 klm 37.68 litres at $1.519/litre Fuel economy 7.83 litre/klm averaging 110-120 km/h Carnarvon to Coral Bay to Carnarvon: 460 klm 35.84 litres at $1.499/litre Fuel economy 7.79 litre/klm averaging 120-130 km/h Carnarvon to Geraldton: 475 klm 34.58 litres at $1.558/litre Fuel economy 7.28 litre/klm averaging 120-130 km/h Geraldton to Perth : 446 klm 33.39 litres at $1.279/litre Fuel economy 7.48 litre/klm averaging 110-115 km/h All up the trip was 2276 klms and I averaged 7.51 litres/klms. Not bad considering the speed I averaged...The little Fiesta amazed me with her competancy on the road, and her big car feel. She overtook dozens of road train, hundreds of caravan pulling 4X4's and countless cars. All safely and easily with a minimum of fuss. Gives me a whole new appreciation for my little ESTA. Oh, and if you ever get the chance, see if you can get to Coral Bay up near Exmouth in the Far North West. The scenery is amazing, as is the fishing. I caught these two little beauties..15 kg combined of sweet Red Emperor.. Hope you all find this interesting. Simon
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EstaFiesta 2007 BF XR8 Magnet ute Silhouete, leather, Luxury pack, 6sp auto, hard cover with power bulge and spoiler, HOT!. 2006 VE Calais V 6.0lt with CSV 3 inch exhaust, sweet. |
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18-09-2006, 09:04 PM
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GRRRR.....
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 1,158
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Nice Catch!
Glad you're happy with your decision, it is quite surprising how capable the Fez is on big drives, the only problem I see is lack of space for carrying stuff. I'll definitly try to see the West coast someday.
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Now - 2007Renault Megane sedan, Steel Gray, 19" Koya Ambush with 235/35R19 Yokohama ADVAN V103, Eibach Pro-Kit. Gone but not forgotton - Diamond White 2004 LX Fiesta If you sneeze with your eyes open, do your eyes pop out??
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18-09-2006, 09:09 PM
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Da Shifty One
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Sydney
Posts: 1,586
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Any one up for an all Fiesta Road Trip??
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18-09-2006, 09:30 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2005
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lets go melbourne. Im dying to play on the tables again
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COLORADO RED FIESTA ZETEC MODS - Window Tint, Bmc Panel Filter, Euro Plates, Ghia grill, Momo F16 leather gearknob, Momo Leather gearboot, WQ Zetec Front sway bar, WQ Zetec Sway bar links, WQ Zetec bushes. ICE - Alpine CDA9827, MbQuart Reference 6.5inch splits, MbQuart Reference rears, Rockford Fosgate Punch Stage 3 12inch Sub, Rockford Fosgate P4004 + P3001. |
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18-09-2006, 10:11 PM
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Regular Member
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 307
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lol i just did sydney to the snow and back about 1300kms, with 4 people and roof racks the car rawked lol
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01-10-2006, 05:07 PM
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149 rwkw of Style
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Nth Brisbane
Posts: 1,277
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EstaFiesta...I own a XR6'04 and a Fiesta '05.....just did 5000klms in the XR...petrol average was 8.8 litres per 100ks. For an extra 1 1/4 litres per 100 ks, give me the power and comfort of the bigger car. I am not knocking the Fiesta(great car)but,you would have had a better trip in the Falcon.
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01-10-2006, 05:25 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2005
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I can return 7.5 driving in sydney. Can get 6 on the highway in both the Fiesta and Focus
1 1/4 litres per 100km is a net extra cost of almost $100 at the far north prices.
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COLORADO RED FIESTA ZETEC MODS - Window Tint, Bmc Panel Filter, Euro Plates, Ghia grill, Momo F16 leather gearknob, Momo Leather gearboot, WQ Zetec Front sway bar, WQ Zetec Sway bar links, WQ Zetec bushes. ICE - Alpine CDA9827, MbQuart Reference 6.5inch splits, MbQuart Reference rears, Rockford Fosgate Punch Stage 3 12inch Sub, Rockford Fosgate P4004 + P3001. |
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01-10-2006, 07:30 PM
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149 rwkw of Style
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Nth Brisbane
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Pieoter...the above trip mentioned was 2300k's..that equals 29 litres,which would be at $1.50 a litre..only $43 max!! only just under your $100 hahaha
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02-10-2006, 01:23 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2005
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Calm down mate I was talking about your 5000km trip
 5000km = 62.5L 62.5L = $93.75
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COLORADO RED FIESTA ZETEC MODS - Window Tint, Bmc Panel Filter, Euro Plates, Ghia grill, Momo F16 leather gearknob, Momo Leather gearboot, WQ Zetec Front sway bar, WQ Zetec Sway bar links, WQ Zetec bushes. ICE - Alpine CDA9827, MbQuart Reference 6.5inch splits, MbQuart Reference rears, Rockford Fosgate Punch Stage 3 12inch Sub, Rockford Fosgate P4004 + P3001. |
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02-10-2006, 10:49 AM
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149 rwkw of Style
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Nth Brisbane
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No Prob Pieoter....i...am...now....calm. But if you took a two week driving holiday and you had a choice of cars,would you like the extra comfort?
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16-10-2006, 11:16 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Melbourne, VIC
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Amazing. My Zetec focus does 7.4L/100km on the highway, and holds 15L less fuel thus I can't even goo the same distance on a tank even with the same economy!!!.... I know what I'd rather be in, the lounge room on wheels.
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03-10-2006, 09:05 AM
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AFF Post NAZI
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Albury
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i know id take the fiesta hands tied down. the fez is cozy.
 plus the simpller the vehicle the less that can go wrong.
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03-10-2006, 04:59 PM
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149 rwkw of Style
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Nth Brisbane
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The fez would only be cosy on a two week trip if you are a hobbit...haha
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03-10-2006, 05:19 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2005
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To be honest I do get sick of the fez on long trips. Going to Bathurst killed me
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COLORADO RED FIESTA ZETEC MODS - Window Tint, Bmc Panel Filter, Euro Plates, Ghia grill, Momo F16 leather gearknob, Momo Leather gearboot, WQ Zetec Front sway bar, WQ Zetec Sway bar links, WQ Zetec bushes. ICE - Alpine CDA9827, MbQuart Reference 6.5inch splits, MbQuart Reference rears, Rockford Fosgate Punch Stage 3 12inch Sub, Rockford Fosgate P4004 + P3001. |
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03-10-2006, 09:53 PM
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149 rwkw of Style
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Nth Brisbane
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Thank you Pieoter, the Fez is great around town.
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03-10-2006, 10:52 PM
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Get in the van!
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Adelaide, SA
Posts: 1,110
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I don't mind the Fez over long distances, but I used to do 500km trips regularly in my old N12 Pulsar. The Fez is a big step up from what I've previously owned. I know once I get a company car from work, there wont be any looking back with long distance trips.
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16-10-2006, 09:35 PM
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Clio 182 CUP!
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Inner West, Sydney
Posts: 2,590
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http://www.carsales.com.au/pls/carsales/!cs_content.private_vehicle?total_rec=27&search_di stance=25&selected_model=24&vehicle_id=3577023&sta te_id=-1¤t_rec=1&search_type=20&model_id=4494&used_ rec=67&make_id=6&category_id=3
What happened? I thought you loved the Fiesta...
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16-10-2006, 11:04 PM
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went bigger and better..
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Perth, WA
Posts: 46
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Hey Tekio,
I still love ESTA, but the attraction to 5.4 litres of Ford muscle has become quite strong. Currently looking at V8 Fairmont Ghia or XR8 with a bit of fruit. I do change cars roughly every 12 months, and next month is ESTA's first birthday. Will keep you all posted.
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EstaFiesta 2007 BF XR8 Magnet ute Silhouete, leather, Luxury pack, 6sp auto, hard cover with power bulge and spoiler, HOT!. 2006 VE Calais V 6.0lt with CSV 3 inch exhaust, sweet. |
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16-10-2006, 11:12 PM
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Clio 182 CUP!
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Inner West, Sydney
Posts: 2,590
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How about an XR5T?
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23-10-2006, 12:35 AM
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Nov 2005
Posts: 25
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melb to bris $150 ..... too easy... and driving WAY to fast.
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Took ESTA for a spin..
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