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[@IfInDoubt..]

Bit more of a back story of my old MK1 - 2003 was when it was laid up in Craig's garage. He bought it in 1996 from an auction after it came off Northstar Energy fleet. I think it was on 89,000 miles already by then, though he had to put a new engine in around 2000, used to take it over with him to Germany, engine went pop after a blast on the Autobahn. Think he said he'd got 130 out of it - no wonder it went bang! Front discs on it had a really weird flat spot on it, almost as if it was sat on the ground on it's brake disc. (The plates aren't original, but we'll not say much about that - I had them reproduced... neither is the dealer sticker!) The MK1s original exhaust had two silencers - one was mounted on the left, then it went over almost at 90° and went through another silencer, and the tailpipe on the right. It was rotting out when I sold it, I think it was replaced.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Thanks for the information mate 👍🏼 Yes it’s a cracking old car, and it drives very nice I will say. They are good reproductions I will say 👍🏼 Thanks for watching and commenting appreciate it

[@jackfix4801]

Like the mondoes 2 nice examples Good content fella thanks

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yea they are 2 very nice examples

[@chrisoncars4879]

Great video, thanks for the shout out on my C6, nice to see it on a video! Love the Mondeos, but then I did used to own the red one, such a comfortable car.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Thanks mate 👍🏼 C6 looked fantastic at the show. Yeah that mondeo also drives very nice, if I had more space I would have it my self. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@markonmotoring]

By the nature of my filming style I simply don't get around every car and with this event being so dread out I sadly missed out some great cars, like those two Mercedes you were looking at. The C6 is a you say timeless, a stunning piece of design. Didn't get chance to speak with Chris but I did see Joseph taking his Mondeo out. I always liked the styling if the MK1 Mondeo which looked so fresh as the time both inside and out. Never knew about the fan speed setting not having an off position. The facelift cars I didn't take to the styling as readily. Nice to see a Ghia X though and knowing what Chris's cars are like it will no doubt be am.exveptiinal example of an Unexceptional car. As it happens I took Joseph's Rover 45 V6 out for review last night so that will be coming to my channel soon.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah it was very difficult for filming hence I kind of gave up. These C6 are just so unique would love to own one. Yes I think Joseph just put the video out today for the mondeo, I have a look around the 45 V6 rare cars used to regularly work on one years ago. Wish have a watch of your review 👍🏼 Thanks for watching mate 👍🏼

[@michaelclarkson2218]

Great video. It's quite a coincidence because I've owned both identical models of each of these Mondeo's. My GLX hatchback had the same wheel covers and was a 'K' reg 2.0 litre. I loved the velour seats which were so comfortable. I also had the Mk2 GhiaX 2.0litre automatic 4dr saloon which looked very stylish with those big rear lights and leather interior. I must say I still miss them. The Mk1 was my personal favourite even though it was a little more basic. Thank you for uploading this enjoyable video.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yes I do feel the mk1 had the more comfortable interior, I do like leather but I don’t think it gives the same comfort as velour Thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@allygt4]

Nice selection, waiting for the Volvo update.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah have quite a bit filmed on the Volvo, ready to upload. Had it down some tracks and for a light off roader it really is not bad at all

[@allygt4]

Nice selection of cars Dan.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah them 2 mondeos are in cracking condition, be good side by side at shows. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@bizniz4837]

Enjoyed that thanks very nice Mondeos

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@Mercyme57]

Good to see Chris’s latest fleet…love the Mondeo Ghia ✅👍 Looking forward to an update on the V90 to see what’s been done and how you rate the geartronic box which I’ve read can have issues. So interested in your view Dan.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah got some videos ready for work on the XC90, nothing wrong with these gearboxes if you regularly change the oil, this has already had a strip down so should be good for many years, plus I have also re changed the fluid…. But it’s the newer ones you worry about with the dry clutch system, these are an old school auto. Thanks for watching/ commenting as always mate 👍🏼

[@rulebritannia1553]

Thanks 🙏 Great video Shout out from Australia 🇦🇺

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Thanks for watching mate… amazing how many people watch my content from all over the world. Always wanted to visit Australia 🇦🇺

[@normanstephens5391]

As usual Dan. You tell it as it is. ✔✔✔✔

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Thanks for supporting the channel mate 👍🏼

[@carmanbazza]

Good video, as for the plastic going yellow yes you can take them out, I did mine and cleaned them .. Also In 1994 I worked at a Ford franchise . I have a Mk1 Ghia needing a tidy up on a P plate..

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yes they must have been a plastic insert card within the glass lamp, never knew they could be removed 👍🏼 Thanks for watching

[@vevos_]

There are also differences between the early MK2s and later MK2s. The obvious one is the Zetec blacktop from 98. Another example is the rear door name plate which was changed from plastic to glass in 98 I believe, something I noticed when replacing a broken glass one with a plastic one I found.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah I think the plastic cam covers was part of the “eco” range all manufacturers were starting around the 00s Can imagine there was a number of changes, there always is when a platform has been running that long

[@Whackypads]

Love the mondeos had 3 mk2 yrs bk all saloons 1.8 and 1.6 petrols and a horrible 1.8td now I'm looking to buy another 😢

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yes the old 1.8 TD never went very well imo, can’t believe they ran these engines right up to the MK4 mondeo and transit connects made even worse by been the first engine to see a wet belt 😖

[@nicholaswilliams4532]

Good cars good engines mk1 a bit heavy on tyres

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Usually the reason the MK1 and tbh the Mk2 was the same for tyre wear, because the bolts where in the wrong way around so a lot of people left the arms until the bushes were hanging out….. plus back then there was so many very poor quality aftermarket wishbone arms available they caused the same issues Thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@bumbleo8993]

Great video as always. Enjoyed the Mondeo comparison I had an early 1.8 TD so brought back happy memories. That Ghia X is a stunner and yes fully approve of the wheels and stance it just looks right..

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yes we were 50/50 on the wheels at first, but I really do like them now sets the car off. Had a 1.8TD one my self years ago, was such a relaxing car to drive. Thanks for watching/ commenting 👍🏼

[@user-sf7kl9uh7k]

What spec was your TD? They were slow, but fine on the motorway?

[@bumbleo8993]

@@user-sf7kl9uh7k it was an LX yes slow off the mark but a solid cruiser.

[@user-sf7kl9uh7k]

@@bumbleo8993 I'd love one now, they've nearly all gone, and then there's ULEZ :(

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Plus points of living up north on of that ULEZ nonsense. Small bit around Newcastle for commercials, but I never drive in central Newcastle anyways

[@PaoloRossi723]

The rear vents on the rear doors of the mk1 were replaced by hidden vents behind the rear bumper in the mk2

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah just weird the left everything in place on the MK2

[@DoubleZeroGarage]

The Corsa belongs to my partner, based in Northumberland, we went down in it as her mustang has a hole in the petrol tank, lol. Thanks for putting it on video

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah I see you knocking about all the time lol…. I actually seen you on the Sleekburn flyover doing the intro of the video 😂 Have a look at my other videos you probably see most of my cars knocking about. Thanks for watching 👍🏼👍🏼

[@DoubleZeroGarage]

@@CarAddictGarageNE That would have been her on her way to pick me up, never thought of using the sleekburn flyover for filming, lol

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

It’s a unique challenge you only pick up when you record videos, is getting good spots to film lol.

[@DoubleZeroGarage]

@@CarAddictGarageNE oh yes, forever searching for somewhere quiet to film from lol

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Its crazy these days how busy it has become even around our neck of the woods.

[@stephenwestley1017]

Used to be safety feature to have exhaust & fuel fill on opposite sides incase of fuel overflowing on to hot exhaust a fire risk,

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah slight possibility i originally thought that, but there are plenty cars with dual exit exhausts so kind of blows that theory.

[@stephenwestley1017]

@@CarAddictGarageNE it probely goes back to when we first had cars and exhausts were on the side 🤣

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah that’s no good, fuel running down directly onto the exhaust lol

[@user-sf7kl9uh7k]

The mk1 2.0 was undergeared. It had an activated carbon pollen filter, it needed the fan running to pull air through it. That autobox is absolute junk.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

I service hundreds of cars a week, and most have Activated Carbon filters and they don’t have the fan running continuously. I drove that 2.0 MK1 a fair bit and i definitely wouldn’t say it was under geared? As for automatic cant comment, tend to find most automatics of that era ain’t particularly reliable

[@user-sf7kl9uh7k]

@@CarAddictGarageNE I'm afraid that particular gearbox is usually done after 60,000 miles, even with a fluid change halfway. Of course, but very little air will find it's way past a good cabin filter without being pulled through by a fan. I'd described 3500 rpm at 70 mph under geared for a what was usually a reps motorway/family car.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Like said all the cars I work on, and own with carbon filters can manage to pass air though the vents easily at speed….. without the fan needing to be continuously running, I actually can’t think of many / if any other cars like this, problem been if you put the air direction knob to 0 it stops the fan…. But then it’s shuts off all the vents allowing zero air flow, stupid idea tbh. These MTX-75 ain’t that bad, i class my little ZX 1.4 petrol as under geared as that it’s at 3800rpm at 70…. I’m almost positive the Mondeo wasn’t that bad? I could be wrong.

[@user-sf7kl9uh7k]

​​​@@CarAddictGarageNEThe MTX75 is a good box, the E4 wasn't. They're not the same engine, the silver top of the mk1 has hydraulic tappets, the black top is shimmed. The black tops a better engine TBH. The mk1 only got standard ABS on the Ghia, Si and V6, in 95 the GLX also got it as standard. All Mk1's were drummed, apart from the V6 and the Si, Ghia/X when adaptive damping was specified. The drums were abs compatible.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Yeah all the little differences to improve from MK1 to MK2

[@lofiRob]

What country is he from? I’m trying to figure out the accent.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

North East …. AKA Geordie

[@lofiRob]

@@CarAddictGarageNE thanks. I’m not from England and wasn’t sure. I enjoyed your video by the way, you are definitely a car guy. I specially liked that you turned off the ventilation control before turning off the ignition. That shows 100% understanding and mechanical sympathy.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

To be honest we may as well speak foreign in England speaking Geordie…. It’s an language within its self lol, have you ever watched 80s/90s Geordie series called Auf Wiedersehen, Pet. Yes I am very particular/ OCD with mechanicals/electronics of vehicles, have a look a my other videos you will probably enjoy them 👍🏼 What country are you from, always find it interesting people watch my videos from all over the world. Thanks 👍🏼

[@lofiRob]

@@CarAddictGarageNE thanks, I never saw that show, but I will look for it online. I am in Switzerland and will look for your other videos.

[@CarAddictGarageNE]

Oh wow Switzerland 🇨🇭 honestly somewhere i would love to visit, years ago my parents took my sister there on dance competitions, I was really upset I couldn’t go. Maybe one day. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel 👍🏼