Ford Mondeo Hatchback (1993 - 2000) 2.5 V6 ST24 5d (RSAP) (1997/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not sure. At the time, it was one of the cars to have. Got stopped a lot by people asking me what it was, is it a Cosworth ? When I drove it in Europe it got so much attention it was a little embarrassing but I loved it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all loved it without exception. I was very lucky in that it was fully loaded and looked fantastic.
Would you buy this car again and why?
If I could ever find one the same I would buy one in a heartbeat, even if it was just for weekend driving, it was that good.
What are you likely to buy next?
I bought a Passat TDI ! As good as that was it was never going to be an ST24. What car is.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,500
When did you buy the car?
July 2001
Did you get a good deal and why?
Brilliant deal. Great part ex and the car was a bargain.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Knew a dealer in the trade who called me as soon as he got the car in. One elderly owner, 16k, all the kit, immaculate.
What was the dealer like?
One of the best I've ever dealt with. Even put.new ceramic brakes on the car for me.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Best car I ever owned. Was gutted when I had to sell it due to birth of my son at the time. Drove it in France where you an reach silly speeds but even at high speeds its rock solid. When driving round town etc, it's nice and smooth, just a really lovely drive wherever you drive it.
What's it like to park?
I had the full kit on it so the spoiler did make it a little tricky as did the skirts when you park near curbing. Otherwise fine.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not a thing. Servicing only and that was surprisingly reasonable for a V6. Rock solid car.
What's most practical about your car?
For a top end sports model it really is just as practical as the standard hatchback.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The engine. It's fantastic. Not so quick of the mark but once that V6 gets going its incredibly smooth and powerful.
