Hi I'm new to the site - I've got a black 06 plate ST it's done 42000 miles, bought it a yr old with 6000 on clock.
I've been getting lots of info from the site and think my ST has/is suffering from all the common problems!

I love my car but need some advice - are these things usual with the ST and can anyone tell me if they have had the same things and what it was.

1. Gear box gets really stiff when engine is warm - garage greased the shaft (no rude comments!) and it seems better, but still not 100%
2. Metallic clicking noise from off side front/mid when I pull away, not constant...driving me crazy!
3. whining noise when engine's warm gets louder on steering..?? power steering pump?

it's booked into the garage this week, scared they will try and rip me off with doing things that aren't necessary.
Any advice gratefully received.
Thanks