2012 Ford Focus Titanium TDCi - my test drive reviews/videos

byanka82 · 27-07-2011, 10:39 PM

Hi there. I'm a complete newbie at Forums...let's hope I get it right

Anyway, YES, I do need votes to win the 2012 Ford Focus Titanium TDCi, but I thought at the same time, you may be interested in some of the blogs and video reviews I've done in the past few weeks that I've been test driving my Ford Focus.

A bit of background info: I'm one of 12 Aussies test driving the top of the range Ford Focus, but only the person with the most public votes by 5pm on the 12th of August (Australian time), gets to KEEP their car.

I'm currently ranking 4th, with less than 3 weeks to go, so the pressure is on!

Also, I'm Mother of 2 kids, living in Brisbane (Queensland)

I'm just waiting for my latest video blog to go live. It's on the reverse parking feature.

To see my blogs/reviews, and also to vote, visit: http://bit.ly/votebianca
(you can vote once per day PER device/computer)

Also, if you want to see a 'non-serious' video of myself trying to get some public support, check out my youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyFwiMZa890

And if you just want more info, or want to contact me, I do have a facebook page (to do with the Ford Focus comp): https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pleas...15229005235006

Thanks xx

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Riksta · 28-07-2011, 12:12 AM

How can I resist voting for such a pretty face?

Welcome to the forums.

Smoke Pursuit · 28-07-2011, 09:46 AM

Yeh I just voted for you to, go QLD'er!

Good luck.

byanka82 · 28-07-2011, 01:52 PM

Thank you thank you! Much appreciated (don't forget you can vote daily, if you remember)

Turbodiesel · 28-07-2011, 06:32 PM

I couldn't resist either, that reverse parking video was highly entertaining.

Voted

byanka82 · 28-07-2011, 08:09 PM

Glad you enjoyed it. I enjoyed filming it

Riksta · 29-07-2011, 07:47 PM

I just voted again.

I have five computers here. I could vote five times a day.

But I'd need motivation to do that lol.

Good luck!

byanka82 · 30-07-2011, 10:40 AM

Thank you.
Well, whatever people have been doing, I moved up to 2nd place yesterday

Now I just have to work on getting to 1st place with less than 2 weeks to go.

**DJM83** · 30-07-2011, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DASH GT

Yeh I just voted for you to, go QLD'er!

Good luck.

Agreed just voted
Also noted on the FB page you actually live quite close im on the Northside aswell
Good Luck

bingoTE50 · 30-07-2011, 11:43 AM

More Victoria Secret !!! Lol .

Good luck ...happy to help .

Riksta · 30-07-2011, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by byanka82

Now I just have to work on getting to 1st place with less than 2 weeks to go.

Will see what I can do!

Something like this would be handy but getting the original programmer to get in on it wouldn't be easy! Also, I should call them and tell them I am still disappointed they spelt my name wrong.

byanka82 · 31-07-2011, 09:23 PM

Hey there.
Sorry for not responding straight away.
I decided last minute to go on my 'Ultimate Road trip' and shoot my next video for the competition.
Just got back this avo. Now I have alot of video editing to do!

DJM83: It's a small world!

bingoTE50: Haha, I'm guessing you watched the youtube video then?

Riksta: Thanks so much for your votes.
In order to keep integrity in the competition, they've put necessary voting guidelines in place. Understandably (as voting comps are really easy to rig)
They're monitoring votes to make sure people only vote once per IP address per day etc.
(There are some clever programs out there for voting though.)

Thank you all so so so much for your votes.

I would not be currently 2nd without everyones support.

xx

dannyhilton · 01-08-2011, 04:47 PM

Hopefully with a few of my votes you'll edge closer to first! Very deserving winner IMHO. Plus you have the best configured car, sedan, silver, diesel, Titanium = AWESOME!!!

Good luck

byanka82 · 01-08-2011, 09:22 PM

Danny Hilton: Any votes are appreciated...my % seems to be increasing.

I've got less than 2 weeks to get from 2nd place to 1st place!!!
btw, I agree that I scored the best car!
"sedan, silver, diesel, Titanium = AWESOME!!!"

p.s. My latest blog went up today if you're interested.

kinksta · 01-08-2011, 11:06 PM

All voted. Good thinking to come on here for a "leg up" hehe ;) Good Luck!

byanka82 · 02-08-2011, 09:20 AM

Kinksta: Thank you for voting...nice analogy/metaphor btw ;)

Turbodiesel · 02-08-2011, 10:31 AM

It appears we all have a soft spot for blondes

byanka82 · 02-08-2011, 01:24 PM

Well maybe I shouldn't tell you I'm not actually a natural blonde ;)
If I say I'm half blonde, half brunette, will that double my market?

Riksta · 02-08-2011, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbodiesel

It appears we all have a soft spot for blondes

Damn straight. I'm always a sucker for a pretty blonde!

byanka82 · 02-08-2011, 04:45 PM

Awww shucks

byanka82 · 02-08-2011, 10:01 PM

btw, I couldn't find the *blush* smiley face (in the above comment)...tried to find the closest thing

**DJM83** · 02-08-2011, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Riksta

Damn straight. I'm always a sucker for a pretty blonde!

Me too

kinksta · 02-08-2011, 10:23 PM

Never met a girl before guys? hahahahahahaaa, we may have a winner byanka lol

Smoke Pursuit · 03-08-2011, 12:09 PM

I drove one of these last night, woaaaaaah what a great car, so quick and economical, and that automatic reverse parking is great!!

The cook wants to upgrade her year old Mondeo XR5 now :(

dannyhilton · 03-08-2011, 09:16 PM

I'm so tempted to buy one. Price is a bit exxy for the Titanium though, then again it's BRIMMING with kit. Want to see one in the flesh though. The base model hatches at the local dealer look a little off?

dannyhilton · 03-08-2011, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by byanka82

Danny Hilton: Any votes are appreciated...my % seems to be increasing.

I've got less than 2 weeks to get from 2nd place to 1st place!!!
btw, I agree that I scored the best car!
"sedan, silver, diesel, Titanium = AWESOME!!!"

Wait, you're in Brisbane. I'm so tempted to stalk your car now, none of the dealers have a Titanium :(

Turbodiesel · 03-08-2011, 10:41 PM

Come on people keep voting, we need to get Bianca to first place

It would be nice if we could see the percentages, Warren has been up the top since the start.

byanka82 · 03-08-2011, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DASH GT

I drove one of these last night, woaaaaaah what a great car, so quick and economical, and that automatic reverse parking is great!!

The cook wants to upgrade her year old Mondeo XR5 now :(

It is surprisingly fast for a Diesel. Very sexy once the turbo kicks in. I think that's why I may not be getting optimal fuel efficency

byanka82 · 03-08-2011, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dannyhilton

Wait, you're in Brisbane. I'm so tempted to stalk your car now, none of the dealers have a Titanium :(

Are you Northside? You're welcome to take a look. I'm in Mango Hill.

byanka82 · 03-08-2011, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbodiesel

Come on people keep voting, we need to get Bianca to first place

It would be nice if we could see the percentages, Warren has been up the top since the start.

If you want to see the percentages, the link is here:

http://www.carsales.com.au/ehub/ford...aderboard.aspx

I'm just over 10% behind.

If any of you know anyone you can pass this onto via email or facebook or twitter, I would be forever grateful.

Thanks soooo much for all your votes so far.

I really am very grateful.

xx