ford mondeo 1.8 lx petrol

[mikeFRP]

hi. Maybe looking at buying 1 just want abit of info if you guys know about them. Its a 2001, 75k and 1600 quid. Looks in really gud nick, no rust,dents etc. Whats peoples thought? Are they reliable, wat sort of milege do they etc. Thanks

 

[nippydee]

Hiya Mike,

Id say from working at Ford (though 4 years ago nearly) this is a good buy if, as you say - in good nick body & rust wise :grin:
Decent low price as mileage would be in the late 90's for the type of car/yearly use.
They have a firm ride, handle really good for a larger car - if engine is smooth they can belt along quite happily. Xenon type headlights (I think) 4 wheel disc brakes if I remember right, and check you have the 125bhp over the 110bhp duratec which was still knocking about about then.
The LX is entry level trim - Ghia X is the one ive got my eye on if I go back to Mondy.
Mileage wise if FSH and regular attention they will chug on for a fair few miles - much better than the Laguna's of the time :wink:
Beware of stone chips covered badly on bonnet and clutch issues. Driver seat/seatbelt action wear & tear.

Hope it helps! Hey not seen you knocking about Rainford yet - you still keep your FRP there? T x

 

[Dal]

Check the rear bushes - common to go. Rust on the bottom of the rear doors too.

 

[mikeFRP]

thats excellent. Thanks. Rust wise its spot on. Will have to check bushes. How do i check if its the 125hp 1?

 

[FlashBastd]

Usually a sticker on the engine. Also try putting the reg into the Etis website. I don't think the lower powered 1.8 Mk3 was ever officially offered in the UK though.

Door pulls wear badly inside, LX only has rubber steering wheel & knob, but generally very well equipped for an entry level spec car.

 

[Dal]

Maybe have a read through the Ford Wiki section on the Mk3

http://fordwiki.co.uk/index.php/Category:Mondeo_Mk3" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[mikeFRP]

thanks guys, il take it for a spin and see what sort of deal i can work out.

i still have the frp in rainford, take it for a spin every now and then but still never seen you :-( It only comes out on dry roads now unless the golf is broke, lol

 

[nippydee]

Lol - im always about :grin: however there seems to be a slight increase in Pumas round here, think ive started a trend!

You will spot Pips though, ive a Project decal on the back and 'Zetec Inside' smoked repeaters and blue calipers.
The lesser spotted Nippy is usually around Kings Moss...
:grin: or maybe im going so fast you dont see me - in the words of Skipper the Penguin..."you haven't seen anything...." :lol: