Ford Mondeo Saloon 2.0i LX 4d (96) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought very cheap, you pay for what you get.
Costs
Nothing, apart from fuel when pushed hard and the wiper blade.
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On the road
Driving
Very nice to drive, a lot better than the equivalent Vectra of the same year.
Performance
It's done 115k and still the boy racers don't know what's hit them.
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Living with it
Reliability
Bit noisy start up, but it still strikes up the first time.
Image
One in a crowd.
Comfort
Quite comfy, but squeaking noise when the back seats are occupied.
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Security and Service
Security
Remote central locking controls alarm are a bit iffy. Immobiliser works well, but a bit noisy.
Service
Never used them and never will.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Thermostat, but at 115k still sweet and that must be good coming from a Ford.
Other
A few problems with electrical airbag flashes now and then and dash warning lamps e.g. oil pressure and handbrake warning light come on when feel like it when you turn the ignition on.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes