Fordstoc.com offers a unique opportunity to advertise your company and products direct to over 12,000 Ford Focus ST and Fiesta ST Owners and Enthusiasts.

We have advanced the Fordstoc.com Network to a professional level, which we feel confident reflects how seriously we managed the Network. Following our recent upgrade and restructure, the club websites now offer exactly what members look for in terms of features, quality, appearance and professionalism, with more to come!


Some Interesting Facts…

Between the two clubs we currently more than 12,000 active members with over 1800 Owner Members (paying members) with an average 6 new Owner Members joining per day.

We currently have 12 Sponsors offering our club members various discounts on their products and services, whilst taking advantage of our unique advertisement opportunities.

The Network is extremely privileged to have secured three Ford Motor Company Trademark Licenses for Fordstoc.com, Fiestastoc.com and Focusstoc.com (with Mondeostoc.com to come) as well as the legal right to use the “ST” logo on the website and merchandise. This has provided us with more credibility as one of the ‘up and coming’ Ford Car Owners Clubs on the net.

We are now averaging a very impressive 42,000+ unique visitors per month and over 34,000,000+ hits per month between Fiestastoc.com, Focusstoc.com & Fordstoc.com.

(Statistics as of Feb 2008)


The 'Owner Member’ Membership Scheme

For £10.00 per year, members can join the club as an 'Owner Member' and receive additional benefits which include the discounts and special deals our Sponsors offer.

One of the main attractions for an Focus ST or Fiesta ST Owner to join as an Owner Member are the features and discounts available. The need to have active sponsors on board offering new deals and advertising new products is crucial for the benefit of both the member as well as the sponsor.

As an addition to the Membership Scheme we have a 'Collective' membership which allows none ST owners contribute to the club and enjoy the discounts available.


How do I become a Sponsor?

There are two options available with the Sponsorship Scheme... this is advertisement at its best!

It can cost over £300 for a page advert in a magazine for one month alone, and how many of those readers are actually interested in your product/service?

The Sponsorship Scheme is directed to over 12,000 members who are all interested in products/services for their Fiesta ST or Focus ST.

Option One:

£300 per year for Fiestastoc.com (Fiesta ST Owners Club)

OR

£300 per year for Focusstoc.com (Focus ST Owners Club)

This option has been established because your products/services may only be applicable to the Focus or Fiesta.

Option Two:

£500 per year for the Fordstoc.com Network - This includes Fiestastoc.com AND Focusstoc.com

Payment for either option will be made to the Network’s Bank Account via Cheque or BACS in full in advance before any account is setup.


So what do we get in return?

This will entitle you to become a recognised Club “Sponsor” and you will receive the following features:

1. Forum User Account – “Sponsor” Status (Orange in Colour)

2. Your Own Forum Section, under the Sponsors Category with Banner linking to your website, self moderation ability (Delete, Pin, Lock, Edit posts) and freedom to post as and when you want. This will create a focal point for members to find out about you and any new products you wish to advertise. The Forum section is viewable by the public, meaning more advertisement of your company and products.

3. A ‘still’ or ‘flash’ banner at the top of the Forum (random scrolling to include every Sponsor). 400x60 pixels. To be supplied by the Sponsor.

4. Opportunity to use our Group Buy and Special Deals Forums to support the organisation of any group buys you wish to start.

5. Both clubs use "Search Engine Friendly" links, which means as your post about your products/services, Google and other search engines will list your information, providing you with yet more advertisement!

6. Classifieds System, This system will allow you to sell your products through the club direct to members, effectively meaning you've just gained a second online shop!! (Please note this feature is current under testing and is not yet active, exact features and any additional costs per sale to be confirmed).


Conclusion

We must highlight the importance of the sponsor remaining active on the forums and taking advantage of the direct marketing opportunities by interacting with our members, posting special offers or informing them of new products/services.

If you wish to become a Sponsor then please email us or use the "Contact Us" system and we will be in touch to set up your Sponsors account and send through the agreement form.

Thank you for your time to consider our new Sponsorship Scheme, I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Jim Dutton - jim[at]fordstoc.com or Scott Cheeseman - scott[at]fordstoc.com

Regards

Jim Dutton and Scott Cheeseman
Fordstoc.com Network Co-Founders