Ford Mondeo Saloon 1993
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Was a year old when I bought it for £9999.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Hasn't cost me a bean in repairs except general services. Until now (Dec 2001).

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    This is by far the easiest to drive I've had. Handles great and stops on a sixpence.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Having driven everything from a 4.2 Jag to a 1.1 Fiesta, this is by far the best car I've had performance wise. Treat them gently.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It took 5 years for my first problem! That was minor and from what I'm reading common.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Boring they say. I don't think so. The Inland revenue thought I was earning more. What can I say!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not as comfortable as a Jag or a Granada, but a very comfortable ride. I did London to Edinburgh in one hit and neither myself or pasengers were stiff at all.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No comment.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Recall notice for seatbelt was delt with quickly, but services are very very expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Noisy tappets when cold.

    Other

    Misfire when cold or after heavy trafic. Bad to start when damp. Security sensor not working.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes