Ford Fiesta XR4 3-Door
The fifth generation Ford Fiesta was released in April, 2002.
Code named B256, the model was larger than its predecessor, notably in width, with an increase in weight. Most of this additional mass related to body strength and crash performance. The model was developed in conjunction with Mazda, which used the platform is the basis for the Mazda2 model.
The architecture was further developed into a mild crossover, the Fusion for Europe, and a more adventurous version for South America called the EcoSport. For India, a four-door version was developed for local market conditions, code-named B376, which still wore the Fiesta badge. A later model, named 'Figo' which competed in the Low-B segment in India was a cost reduced and shortened version of the five-door hatch. The Figo was launched in 2010.
The Fiesta was praised for its ride and handling, along with a spacious and practical cabin. The replacement for the B256 Fiesta, the B299 focused more attention on styling and technology, and was a less practical car.
This Lego model B256 Fiesta XR4 (ST in Europe) 3-door hatchback has been designed for Flickr LUGNuts 70th Build Challenge - 'Redo and Redemption', - a challenge focused on redesigning an earlier Lego vehicle project to bring to the model, the latest engineering and design techniques, new parts and better presentation.
The original model that had been built of the B256 is featured here:
www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=339990
This model was created in 2008. The new model adds suspension, opening luggage door and many new parts. The white with dark blue stripes, and red with white stripes are two of the colours available for this 3-door model. Lil' bro JB had a red with white stripe model which was an absolute hoot to drive.
Ford Fiesta XR4 3-Door
The fifth generation Ford Fiesta was released in April, 2002.
Code named B256, the model was larger than its predecessor, notably in width, with an increase in weight. Most of this additional mass related to body strength and crash performance. The model was developed in conjunction with Mazda, which used the platform is the basis for the Mazda2 model.
The architecture was further developed into a mild crossover, the Fusion for Europe, and a more adventurous version for South America called the EcoSport. For India, a four-door version was developed for local market conditions, code-named B376, which still wore the Fiesta badge. A later model, named 'Figo' which competed in the Low-B segment in India was a cost reduced and shortened version of the five-door hatch. The Figo was launched in 2010.
The Fiesta was praised for its ride and handling, along with a spacious and practical cabin. The replacement for the B256 Fiesta, the B299 focused more attention on styling and technology, and was a less practical car.
This Lego model B256 Fiesta XR4 (ST in Europe) 3-door hatchback has been designed for Flickr LUGNuts 70th Build Challenge - 'Redo and Redemption', - a challenge focused on redesigning an earlier Lego vehicle project to bring to the model, the latest engineering and design techniques, new parts and better presentation.
The original model that had been built of the B256 is featured here:
www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=339990
This model was created in 2008. The new model adds suspension, opening luggage door and many new parts. The white with dark blue stripes, and red with white stripes are two of the colours available for this 3-door model. Lil' bro JB had a red with white stripe model which was an absolute hoot to drive.