hi there, new user here...

Im wanting to upgrade from a 1.8 to an st170. just thought i would ask a few people who actually know what they are talking about rather than mates down the pub....

Just after a bit of advice really, im looking for a big jump in performance, will i be disapointed? also ive heard they're not too good on fuel, but i only get 300 miles to a full tank out of my 1.8, so i don't think the 170 should be any worse than that, if any?

Im assuming the ride comfort will be better? And its a ford so should be reliable....

i have 3-4k to spend and for that sort of money i seem to be looking at getting one with about 40-75k miles??

Any adivce you want to share please do as i'd like to hear a bit, just before i take the plunge...

thanks..