1. How did you come to the decision of buying this car?
I bought this car after selling my '99 XJ 2-door and suffering through a month of daily driving a 2014 Focus with a powershift transmission that we inherited from a family member. The Focus was a penalty box, base spec (s), maybe a rental in its previous life? Saw a dealer had a 2016 FiST with less than 10k miles for a reasonable price. It was love at first drive. An emotional decision. The hill-start assist was a key factor for my partner, who was hesitant to drive a manual in Seattle.
2. What has your ownership experience been like?
After a year of ownership, it's been painless and pleasurable. Basic regular maintenance and it hasn't let me down. It is my first "fun" front wheel drive car, and I still cackle every time it gets into boost, the front tires scrambling for traction on the always-damp Seattle blacktop.
3. What is your fondest memory with this car?
A late summer blast through Mt Rainier National Park. The roads were nearly empty, tourist season mostly over. After a gorgeous hike on a less-traveled trail, we set out to complete a loop through the park. The eTVC is surprising at first, but really inspires confidence once I learned to trust that the car wouldn't understeer.
4. Why do you love cars?
I think it is genetic. I grew up around old British iron, my old man was a Triumph guy throughout my childhood, his father was fond of Jaguars. Cars and motorcycles have provided a common ground for us for as long as I can remember.
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