Ford Mondeo Hatchback (2007 - 2014) 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5d (2007/57) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It says I am probably a family man who wants a reliable but good looking car.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Most like it for space and comfort. Like the look and build quality.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No to big .

What are you likely to buy next?

Family now old enough to drive own cars. Will downsize to smaller sportier hatch to satisfy mid life crisis!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,400

When did you buy the car?

February 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Ok deal . Well priced for mileage. Service history and good bodywork.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Good at time of sale.

What's it like to drive?

Very smooth on the road. Good suspension and handling. Good all round vision . However it is a very large car and you need to be conscious of space required.

What's it like to park?

To big . Difficult to reverse into space due to length. Although power steering is well balanced and does help.

Have you had any problems with the car?

From day one. Auxiliary belt snapped rendering car undrivable . Turbo dump valve replaced. Front discs and pads. Rear parking sensors packed in. All problems that dealer should have picked up on prior to sale.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated front screen.