Ford's 3.0ltr V6 Super Saloon Mondeo ST220 BUT is it actually any good?

[@purplerhodes]

This popped up in my feed, and I just watched your linked fast Mondeo ranking order video. My current daily driver is 21 years old now! A rare 2004 Ghia X V6 estate with the 3.0 Duratec V6 and a manual box - a combination they only did for a couple of years or so. I think most of the Ghia Xs were 2.5 and auto. Nice and comfortable, lugs my equipment around, and has a bit of poke when I need it. Thirsty & high tax, but I keep on fixing it and keeping it going, because I like it!

[@Kobain222]

"Thirsty & High tax" with the consistent general maintenance. I respect this comment 🫡 i wish more people would appreciate Good Vehicles despite age. This is the definition of Smiles-Per-Gallon. Too many of us (including myself) chase newer models to "keep up with the Jones's"

[@Allenpatch]

Hand on heart my favourite car I've had. I ran one for 3 years and it was just a beast. Quick, refined, smooth ,sounded great, spacious, well equipped.... SVE-developed car and very very fondly remembered by those who worked on that program.

[@jaysaunders3101]

Owned one for 12years, THE BEST CAR IVE EVER OWNED,..mine was a 04 plate,..recently brought a 20plate car and its not even a quarter as good as my ST220....sadly there not suited to the silly modern world we live in and especially not London, only problem i ever had was coolant hoses perishing over time, a full silicon hose kit is the best option to replace all the hoses....they are a proper car

[@richardhampton8331]

I had one for about 5 years. Loved it. Best handling of any car I've ever owned. Moved on to a Mk4 2.5T Mondeo after the ST220, and whilst it was smoother and faster it didn't have the same buzz factor.

[@richardhampton8331]

Had one for about 5 years. Loved it. Best handling of any car I've ever owned. Moved on to a Mk4 2.5T after the ST220, and whilst it was smoother and faster than the ST220 it didn't have the same buzz factor

[@LePedant]

I had an 03' Mazda 6 with the 3.0L Duratec. I absolutely loved it! It's ~400lbs (~180kg) lighter than the Mondeo. So the 0-60 was around 6.5 seconds and it handled like a dream. Sadly, we didn't get the 2nd gen Mondeo in the US, and I don't think y'all ever got the V6 version of the 1st gen Mazda 6.

[@nickdeal1941]

I,live in Saltash in Cornwall, love my black st220 that I have had since it was 6 months old, simply the best car ever, due to your videos it will go to your recommended body shop for a tidy up and I will keep it foe ever.

[@lindsaymclachlan6639]

Got two MK3 Mondeo, 2004 ST220 in Machine Silver bought in 2024 with 74k, paid £2400 bargain full Ford SH. Mods Milltek exhaust. This is my 2nd ST220 had 2004 in Performace Blue from 2004 until 2010, this is still on road as was for sale last year. My daily is 2007 ST TDCi in Performance Blue with 132k pulls well as had Stage 1 Remap, great fuel economy can get around 580 miles on tank of diesel. Love them both 👍

[@Andypanda19733]

Video excellent as always great knowledge as always I recall the police having this unmarked in Birmingham.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, as always it is great to know you enjoyed the video and thanks for continuing to follow my Channel. Given the size, comfort and performance of the ST220 several went the way of the Police and you still see these cars coming to market occasionally.

[@davidyoung9561]

I've always liked the mk3 Mondeo, especially in this guise. Best looking Ford in my opinion.

[@hologram1211]

Have had 2 of these and still run my 06 plate performance blue hatch as a daily driver, truly awesome car for something that is ~18 years old. Never had any major issues with it, yes the tax and mpg stings a bit, but as Clarkson once said it really is the only car you'll ever need! A future classic for sure, never going to part with it.

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

Love the enthusiasm. Keep it up!

[@paulvalentine3232]

I've got a 54 plate which I've owned for 6yrs. One of the best car's I've driven. Only 53k on the clock.

[@PhysicsTom2004]

I have a 51 plated Mondeo Ghia X which was bought a year ago with 86k on the clock I agree, probably the best car I have ever owned especially when starting up in frosty and icy conditions!!! Happy days

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, your car sounds a cracker. 😎 Keeping the mileage low whilst continuing to enjoy it is the key. I hope it gives you another 6 years service and beyond. Hope you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching.

[@tonyedwards892]

Hi how much is tax and mpg regards Tony

[@cornishcarcollectors]

I believe the tax on the ST220 featured is around £350 per year and MPG 25... with sensible driving @

[@Birmingham_racing]

I remember my brother had the previous model st200 over 20 years ago he loved it

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I do own an ST200 and will be restoring it at some point in the future so please do stay tuned. Thanks for watching.

[@Metal05]

I had a TDCI Version of this. Great handling car.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, the TDCi Mk3 Mondeo is a fine car. As I said in the video, I do own and am currently fixing up a Mondeo TDCi 130 so if this is of interest then please do stay tuned as I will feature the restoration here on my Channel... and I am going way further than I originally planned. Thanks for watching. 👍

[@philtucker1224]

@@Metal05 yes and 40mpg quick too! Perfect.

[@mickcundall4036]

Great vid. Really enjoyed it and really like the ST220. Been close a couple of times to buying one but it's not happened yet

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I am glad you enjoyed it. They're nice cars and I am certain you'll enjoy one if you ever take the plunge. Thank you for watching. 👍

[@johnbevan7157]

Another great video Andy, I must admit I always loved the red recaro seats in the mk3 😎

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment John, so glad you enjoyed the video. The red Recaros are a "love it or hate it" thing... good to know you are a fellow fan of the red. Thanks for watching and for the continued support.

[@roystonpapworth9520]

I nearly bought one of these, as I reckon they are the last ‘undiscovered’ Fast Ford and are undervalued. However, I went for a MG ZT260 instead as that was where my heart really lay… Great video as ever.. .👍

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and I too would take a ZT260 over the ST220, but both are great cars. I will do some work on my ZT260 this year so do stay tuned. Thanks for continuing to watch the Channel, I appreciate it.

[@roystonpapworth9520]

@ have to say your Cornish Road trip videos inspire me to do the same, once I save up for the ZT’s petrol! I did the coastal road to St Ives in a Saab, it was the prettiest road I’ve driven on.. love to do it again soon.

[@TrickyDicky2006]

The other main Mondeo to look out for future investment is the 2.5T/XR5. Same engine as the Focus ST/RS and very few sold as it was during the time of the tax changes for company cars so they're very limited in numbers. They're an amazing car, especially if you can get a Titanium trim level and they're cheap and easy to get power out of as all the work is there thanks to all the Focus tuners.

[@66mjtaylor]

Absolutely fantastic car, loved mine to bits, I was greedy as I had this as a personal car and then my company car was the Ford Mondeo ST TDCi, which was unbelievably quick for a Diesel and the torque on it was outrageous

[@danielmackintosh6080]

I had one for 8 years in grey. Best car I ever had. Took it to 164k miles. Pulled like a tank.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I hope the video brought back some decent memories of your car. Great car to take up to 164K miles... comfortable, smart and effortless motoring. Thanks for watching.

[@hardtailharry6812]

My mate had one years ago , it was fairly modified tastefully oem plus . It had some flow work , cams and a catback exhaust that sounded lovely, very raspy . It was pretty quick too !

[@julianwinn4502]

Had a silver 2.2 diesel ST and really enjoyed owning it. Handled really well and was the same silver and 18"wheel combo as the car in the video. Replaced it with a 3.0 Audi A6 diesel which was beautifully built, more powerful, but somehow less enjoyable - I never really connected with it.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The ST155 is another brilliant car and, as you say, a load of fun to drive. As for the Audi or any of the more "premium" brands, they do lack a bit of character / soul... I think they are hard to really connect with, yet jump in an old Ford and the "smiles per mile" ratio increases dramatically. Thanks for watching, I hope the video brought back some fond memories of your Mondeo.

[@PeterVaughan-ve5cz]

They where a proper," wolf in sheep's clothing" and could outdo many much more exotic cars costing 10s of thousands. An exceptionally rare sight on the roads now.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment... I think "wolf in sheep's clothing" really sums the Mondeo ST220 up well. 👍 Thanks for watching.

[@jasonhall4734]

You're welcome. I enjoy your enthusiasm . Just subscribed. I actually saw a Jeremy Clarkson review who said at the time how great they drove and were actually outsold by the bmw 3 series which made these a lot rarer. I think one is now definitely on my list. The mk3 has always been my favourite. Always fancied a ghia x auto, but really love these

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and thank you so much for subscribing, I really appreciate it. The Mk3 Ghia X with the V6 engine is a cool and increasingly rare car, I hope you find and buy one at some point. Nice car and soon to be a modern classic (if they are not already there). I hope you stay tune and do check out some of my other videos. Thanks for watching.

[@DylanBrown1977]

Still looks great , after so many years

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I do agree the Mk3 Mondeo ST is a handsome car. I appreciate you watching, thanks again.

[@ian1116]

Great video Andy. Always have a soft spot for the Mondeo (Mondeo owner). Looking forward to seeing how the st200 and your dad's Mondeo restoration goes 😊

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the message Ian, I am so glad you enjoyed the video. I also really appreciate you following the ST200 (when I get to it) and my Dad's Mondeo (which is well underway, with videos coming very soon). Thanks for the support for my Channel. 👍

[@simonhartt3261]

I live in Torpoint and drove my 220 along that stretch of road it is amazing

[@phil7301]

I'm currently watching the 2000 BTCC championship featuring those MK2 Mondeos you showed, they are screamers, what a beautiful sound ! Thanks for the video 👍😉 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and I appreciate you watching. Something special about pre-mid 00s BTCC... the cars were amazing and the races properly exciting. Thanks for watching.

[@SJBWales]

My Dad used to have the V6 Mondeo's as company cars back in the late 90's and early 2000's finishing the run of fast Mondeos with an '02 ST220 and then an '05 ST220. They were the cars that got me into cars and ended up buying one of my own back in 2020 and really struggled with the lack of low end torque. I wouldn't say I was disappointed, but my daily driver at the time was a 2020 BMW 520d MHT and found the performance far more accessible. Also, you could get red leather in the performance blue models but it was seldom selected.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I hope the video brought back some good memories of your Dad's cars, and your ST220. Interesting you say the red Recaros were available with the Performance Blue cars as it is not a combination listed in the brochure - Ford do not offer the red Seat / Performance Blue combination. 🤷‍♂️ Thanks for watching.

[@craigjarvis9489]

Got an estate, i've had for 12 years. Fantastic cars. Mine is also Machine Silver.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I really like the ST220 as an Estate and kinda wish I had kept mine (which is the black one pictured in the video). Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@tonyedwards892]

Great review always wanted one 😊

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it is great to know you enjoyed the video. Hope you get an ST220 at some point... you'll enjoy it.

[@dizzy_cap_car_show]

Had mine a year now! Properly cool car! I do have red leather interior in an ink blue example tho 👍 deffo a really great interior choice!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, great to hear from an ST220 owner. I really like the Ink Blue cars, they look cool. I hope you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching.

[@Bizmyurt]

Test drove one when it was new in the market. Do not remember which shape it was but I do remember it had heavy steering and probably felt heavy too so not according to my like but not enough to grade. I had a new mk3 2 litre petrol 146 HP my self which I liked being more alert It sometimes made 240 km/h with quit accurate speedometer

[@broadkamikaze]

Wow, I wasn't expecting that red interior ❤ Just a shame the road tax is so high on these older cars 🫤

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, the interior is indeed striking when you open the door! Being a 2005 the tax is around £350 per year, but watch out for ST220s registered post-March 2006 as it jumps to around £700. Thanks for watching.

[@34A1A]

Had a MK1 2.5 GHIA X, MK2 ST24 and ST200 MK3 2.5 saloon... 4 of the best cars I've ever owned and some of the best memories as well MK2 ST200 was my favorite...but the £300 N reg MK1 Ghia X has memories that can't be bought 😊

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your Mondeo history... wow! You've owned one of each of the very best Mondeos made in my opinion. If you've not seen my video on Hot Mondeos then please do go take a watch... I think you'll see we agree on which is the best! 😉 Thank you for watching.

[@Bod8998]

Lovely shape still very modern looking

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - the Mk3 Mondeo does have something of a timeless design. Thanks for watching the video, I appreciate it.

[@ianlee487]

I've had 2 a hatchback and a ex police estate such a great car

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I hope the video brought back some fond memories of your ST220s.

[@ianlee487]

@cornishcarcollectors yes thankyou a great video

[@ianusher1675]

Good video Andy. I have x3 ST220 saloons. They are great cars.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I am so glad you enjoyed the video particularly as you own three of these yourself! Wow, what a collection. Thank you for taking the time to watch. 👍

[@118scale]

Lovely car there amazing to drive these! I’m sure this was on fb marketplace a month ago!!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, they are indeed wicked to drive. Not sure it was this ST220 on Facebook MarketPlace as the owner has had if for a fair while. Thanks for watching.

[@skolenimation]

This engine (non VVT) in the Cougar is a sweet combo. Popular swap for them.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - interesting idea!

[@jasonhall4734]

Thanks for the reply. It's as nice as any bmw from same era

[@cornishcarcollectors]

I do agree. Thanks again for taking the time to watch, I hope you stay tuned to my Channel.

[@therealdojj]

that's a very very nice example, and i think the facelifted, but not final facelifted cars are the best of the bunch edited to say that you forgot to mention the xenon headlights in the options list

[@liamegan4303]

Hello from Ireland, Andy. I just Subscribed to the Channel. Wow, what a lovely machine, these Fords are brilliant I think, that interior looks so perfect. Thanks to the Owner for showing us his Baby 👏👏👏. And Thank you, Andy. £700 for Tax lol. 🥰🥰👏👏👏👏👏

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for subscribing, I really appreciate it. I am glad you like the Mondeo... it is a beauty. Thankfully this one is only around £350 to tax, but the cars from March-2006 onward are £700... which is eyewatering! Hope you take a look at a few of my other videos and there's more Mondeo and fast Ford content coming very soon. 👍

[@Ta.Ishmael]

I don't even know how many we got in South Africa. I like the Mondeo ST220 in blue

[@DaleSteel]

Had one of these back in the day. Was good but no where near as good as the ST24. A ST24 saved my life and also saved my licence.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Whilst the ST220 may very well be faster, I too prefer the Mk2 ST24 and 200 - and it sounds like you have an interesting story about the ST24! Thanks for watching.

[@markdoublet1]

With the sat nav, xenon lights, sunroof and heated rear seats plus with it being an Essex reg I'd bet any money that this was a car from the Ford Press garage. They always spec them up to the max

[@admvg69]

Ford mondeo mk3 most beautiful car in the world ever made !!!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - good to know you are a fan of the Mk3 Mondeo. Please do stay tuned to my Channel as I have another Mk3 coming soon as I am restoring my Dad's old Mondeo. Thanks for watching.

[@jaysaunders3101]

100% agree

[@admvg69]

@@jaysaunders3101 ❤️❤️❤️ thank you

[@admvg69]

@@cornishcarcollectors YEAH !!!

[@AutoDireto]

awesome car

[@arturwaligora501]

Last facelift also included different side skirts and half leather half alcantara seats.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I had intended to mention the more 'flared' side skirts and forgot! I appreciate you taking the time to watch, thanks.

[@TheM5Dog]

A car I really like, have often considered, but just not sure a car I would ever own.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I understand why you are drawn to the ST220, it's a fantastic car. Hopefully the right car will come along at the right time and you'll own one at some point, but for now I hope you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

[@TheM5Dog]

@cornishcarcollectors cheers, though I think I will likely pass on them now. I'm interested in your Cosworth content so will be watching through that. Owned a couple myself back in the early / mid 2000s when they were ten a penny, but considering getting back into one next year.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for following the Sierra build - I will put an update video out really soon @@TheM5Dog

[@alexgoonie3320]

The diesel st is fantastic. Not fast but fulls like a train at low revs. 2.2 cdt 150

[@alexgoonie3320]

Pulls 😂

[@philtucker1224]

We had them at work and averaged 30k a year as the company paid for all of the fuel !

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment... nice car to cover 30K miles in, particularly if you're not paying for fuel! 😎 Thanks for watching.

[@MrSonicAdvance]

Fabulous but thirsty. MK3 Mondeo was the perfect family car.

[@usernamesreprise4068]

I bought a brand new ST24 in summer 98 and I absolutely loved the car, but as mentioned in the video the fuel consumption was horrific for a daily driver, if I drove it with a clog foot I could easily get the MPG down to almost single figures - mid teens was actually an average, though back then I was working for myself quite successfully so paying for it was hardly the problem. I felt the problem wasnt so much that lovely creamy and peppy V6 which was a sheer delight to use but more the humungous lardy weight of the vehicle I remember thinking at the time "god I hope I never have to get out and push this thing" and thought Ford should have made a more concerted effort to weight reduce everything across the vehicle not just a token lightweight soundproofing, imagine that lovely pretty powerfull V6 in a vehicle half the weight of an early mondeo....that vehicle could have gone toe to toe with a Sierra Cosworth all day long and not been embarrassed. I also bought later on a second hand low milage Diesal MK3 TDI 130 and was amazed back then at just how quick it was for a diesal.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your Mondeo history. As someone who owns and has pushed an ST200 (the big brother to your old ST24) I can confirm it's hard work! 🤣 Please do stay tuned to my Channel as I am currently restoring a Mk3 TDCi 130 Mondeo and will be featuring it very soon. Thanks so much for watching. 👍

[@usernamesreprise4068]

@@cornishcarcollectors I look forwar to it. I am already subscribed to this channel so will get notification.

[@ianharris2407]

Let me know where’s it’s advertised I’d be interested in a few more details on it many thanks , ps great channel keep up the good work .

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for the interest in the ST220. I believe the car will be listed for sale this weekend. If genuinely interested please do get in touch via Facebook or Instagram as I can put you in touch with the owner who can answer your questions. If you are in the market for an ST220 then this would be a great car to take a look at. Thanks for watching the video.

[@Glenn1503..]

They are a nice car is really like them. I had a 2.5 V6 mk3 mondeo zetec s,I loved it but it was slow. I sold it on and got a mk4 2.2tdci mondeo titanium x sport and it is a miles better car. It has now been remapped and the dpf has disappeared and wow what a car it is now. It's got to be close to 240 bhp.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your history with the Mondeo. The 2.2TDCi Mk4 Mondeos are cool and quick, but remapped it must fly! Thanks for watching.

[@Glenn1503..]

@cornishcarcollectors yeh it's a flying machine. I just think the mk4 drives alot nicer than the mk3 too.

[@vaughannewton4430]

I have a 2006 Ford focus 2.0 L diesel ghia 6 speed box had it eight years and wouldn't part with it beautiful car only done 98.000 and in the time I've had it I've done 8.000 miles and it's had at least 10 oil changes and filters just because my brother has ramps in his garage and I love to go when I'm bored before I got this I always had xj6 jags and only brought this in between to get to work before I got my next jag but wouldn't go back now.

[@martinnaylor]

I had a 52 plate five door ST220 back in the day in the beautiful Ink Blue colour. Swapped it for the face-lift ST TDCI version which was a mistake, no where near as well built.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I like the Ink Blue cars, very nice indeed. Thanks for watching my video, I hope it brought back fond memories of your Mondeos.

[@martinnaylor]

@cornishcarcollectors one memory of my ST220 was being pulled over by the local constabulary on a bypass near where I live,I got let off with a warning as the lovely officer said he couldn't get a proper reading from his speedometer,but he did say that he hit 135 trying to catch up to me.😬. Had a few old Ford's also,one of my other favourites was a J plate 2.0 Sierra Sapphire 4x4 Ghia X,quite rare even back then.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Great story@@martinnaylor and your Sierra would have been a nice car too!

[@martinnaylor]

@@cornishcarcollectors yes it was lovely,all leather and electric everything inside.

[@420somewhereG]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for watching. 👍👍👍

[@thebrit2707]

I had ET05 WGK for a good few years it was brilliant apart from liking its juice 😂😂😂

[@edsmith4821]

Where this car falls down was that after the Sierra Cosworth we were expecting the mondeo to be an M3 crusher and it had the chassis to do it .I had a 1.8 that was fantastic but Ford backed away because of bad press or whatever reason

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, which I completely agree with. For me, the ST220 just did not live up to performance Fords which had gone before. Thanks for watching.

[@petergrinnell2500]

I've always liked the Mondeo's st220 the V6 but i couldn't afford one they sound great with a good exhaust system on but i only see the tdci ones around and they are scruffy ones but like any other fords its rust thats why i keep on top of my low 31k full service history focus MK1 its only a 1.6 five door but not in bad condition for 2004 and i don't need to get my welder out yet for a few more years yet

[@McGrory69]

Doors sound as solid as a fisher price toy.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Ha! Well, they don't make them like they used to. Thanks for the comment, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@lordmaul3]

The North American counterpart to this car would be the Ford Fusion.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I have seen a few Ford Fusions (Mondeos) on the few occasions I have visited the US. Europe's Ford Fusion is a very different car... a small, pumped up Fiesta! Thanks for watching.

[@lordmaul3]

@cornishcarcollectors You're welcome! I forgot to mention the Ford Fusion/Mondeo and it's rebadged variants like the Mercury Milan and the Lincoln MKZ. Also this car would be the equivalent of the Ford Fusion Sport here in the States. I wish cool cars like this were sold in the States.

[@muckle8]

Always thought that these v6 engines were all revs and no grunt.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. These ST220s really do not feel like a performance Ford, but they are effortless and once up in the revs they do go well. I do understand your point though... the performance credentials of the ST220 are not obvious and it's more of a "warm saloon" than a "super saloon". Thanks for watching.

[@mik3952]

The probleme with these (and the Focus ST170) is...there are a lot of parts and accesories which are not Mondeo standard as in..coming from normal versions. So if you are in a country NOT UK, you will be having a hard time finding spare parts and all which are "ST220 only" and you will be ending up looking on eBay for them..very complicated when compared to, let's say, a 2.8VR6 Passat or a 3.2 FSi..which are more integrated with lower versions.

[@bigdude8470]

Had the st220 estate…… how I wish I never sold it .

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Me too... the black one pictured in this video was mine and I wish I'd kept it! I hope the video brought back some good memories of your car. Thanks for watching.

[@lewis72]

I like the ST220 a lot but the fuel consumption seems to be worse than my manual 530i E60. Probably because the M54B30 engine has Vanos and the Mondeo engine doesn't, I think, have varaible valve timing or inlet tract length (which is where it differes from the X-Type's 3.0 engine).

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Yeah, the ST220 is juicy but I think in time it'll be a car people choose to drive for pleasure as opposed to transport, and then the consumption will not matter quite as much. Thanks for watching.

[@lewis72]

@@cornishcarcollectors Plenty of other great Mondeos in the range that are less juicey.

[@jasonhall4734]

❤

[@JP212nyc]

Is this the same engine as the X-types 3.0?

[@oliverp4115]

I love these but the tax and mpg kills it for me

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it is good to know you like the ST220. The road tax isn't too back (pre-March 2006 registered cars that is), it is comparable to similar cars. The ST220 is a little juicy though! 🤣 Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@Bizmyurt]

Silver not my like but this one is good it has a blue in it.

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

The driving position on the Lx Ghia sucks, far too high. Is the ST lower? They handle excellently

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, the Mk3 Mondeos do handle well as you say. If I were being critical then I'd say the ST220 also has a high driving position... those Recaros are chunky seats. Thanks for watching.

[@In_memory_of_Dad]

The ST 220 engine was actually designed to be able to handle way over 350 bhp!!!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I know the engine has found its way into lots of high performance cars including Lotus. Hope you enjoyed the video.

[@andrewfanning3280]

1:47 do you know how much the car is up for sale for?

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I believe the car is going to be listed this weekend for around £5K, but I am sure there's a deal to be done. Drop me a message via Facebook or Instagram and I will put you in contact with the owner. Thanks for watching.

[@vauxaholic]

Not a fan of the blue oval, but if I was going to turn to the dark side then I’d get the ST200 over other Fast Fords…….but in the real world I’d still prefer the Vectra vxr

[@deanclark828]

I had one year's ago fast/good cars but the 20 mpg wasn't fun

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. They are thirsty and whilst they're fun to drive I am not sure the MPG warrants the performance. Great cars to drive though. Thanks for watching.

[@NoChancePal]

What happened to the Cosworth?? Did you get it running in time for your sons prom?? Cosworth video soon??

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for following the Sierra restoration. I have a big update coming on that car... I just need drier days and cleaner roads to finish it! I promise the next video on the Sierra will include whether the car made it to my boy's prom, what I have been doing with it, what power it is making, what I still need to do and... how much it's cost. Please do stay tuned and thanks for supporting my Channel.

[@MONK_LAUGH]

It better than cosworth

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The ST220 certainly does some things better than a Cosworth such as long and effortless drives, and in many ways being the more modern car it is better... particularly as a daily / transport. Not entirely sure it's as iconic, cool, handsome, visceral or fun to drive as a Sierra Cosworth though. Thanks for watching.

[@sinivalas754]

Those red seats are a turn off for me, looks like a scene from The Shining 😂

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Ha! Thanks for the comment. The seats are indeed fairly striking when you open the door. I do understand they receive either a "love it or hate it" reaction. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@jasonhall4734]

Are these more reliable that bmw e60

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Whilst I cannot comment on the BMW E60, I will say I have always found the ST220 a very mechanically reliable car. I am sure there will be others watching the video with experiences of these cars so hoping you get a few more opinions in the comments. Thanks for watching.

[@jimmyjones9780]

To the side it has similarities to the E46 BMW M3.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I do agree, the "three-box-saloon" design of the Mondeo is similar to an E46 M3... the Mondeo is also a lot cheaper! 🤣 Thanks for watching.

[@confederatenationalist7283]

There's a reason why a previous generation Granada 2.8i preferably manual box is worth more.Decent 6 cylinder engine and front wheel drive is like putting custard on chips.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I do agree the 6-cylinder Fords of old were properly cool and fun to drive. The more modern 6-cylinder Fords drive well and are effortless and smooth, but they do miss out on a more visceral, engaging and soulful driving experience. Having said this, I do think the more moderns Fords have their place and warrant their enthusiast following. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@confederatenationalist7283]

@cornishcarcollectors I think the front wheel drive v rear wheel drive debate is like marmite.Maybe also an older generational v modern thing. They grew up with power understeer and torque steer.To many of us it's just an alien concept. We expect to be powering out of a turn with one hand free for gearshifting and with a nice docile neutral feel through the steering regardless of the power input. The Sweeney just wouldn't have been the same with a 3 litre Mondeo v Essex V6 manual Consul/Granada.

[@philtucker1224]

20 years old so why only less than 3k miles per year?

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I believe it covered more average annual mileages in the first few years from new, and since then has been enthusiast owned and enjoyed more sparingly. Thanks for watching.

[@philtucker1224]

@ very nice indeed.

[@Manu-Official]

Rust buckets with the torque of a toy train, remove the front arch liners and see how bad it is or about to be.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I've not experienced these Mk3s being "rust buckets". I do recognise the Mondeos that came before the Mk3 were more prone to rust, and sure the Mk3s are getting older and therefore some preservation is required... but not sure they are "rust buckets". Also, these 3.0ltr cars are fairly torquey. Sure there are faster, torquier equivalents out there but again not something I would hold against the ST220. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it and welcome different opinions on the cars I feature. 👍

[@Manu-Official]

@@cornishcarcollectors I would not trust Ford of that era after seeing the issues. They are solid cars minus the body issues, and they look really, really good. My neighbours have two fords (fiesta and Mondeo) bought from new, now one of them looks like every single panel was painted in a different factory. My mother had a Ka, with all the usual problems and Allen key locks.

[@JustinD93]

I had one a few years ago and it was terrible, was so disappointed. It your wanting reasonably quick then do NOT buy an ST220. It unfortunately doesn't deserve the ST badge at all. The interior is nice enough, seats are great however the power delivery of the car is very gutless... Mine had a full miltek cat back, genuine pipercross induction kit and loads of other bits, sounded great and had no get up and go at all. And no the car wasn't broke because I test driven a few of them before I bought it and they were slower than mine. It's a shape. For example my current cat Subaru Forester Turbo 2.0 XT. So same engine as the Impreza this is only 175bhp standard and my god it's 10 times the car that ST220 was 50 bhp more and a V6 but still couldn't lay down a Reasonable amount of grunt.. also unfortunately now these old MK3 mondeoes like to rust. So most are completely rotten now. But it's a cool car if you want something bad on fuel and very slow. :)

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your experience. It is really good to hear all views and opinions on the cars I feature. If you've seen my Hot Mondeos video then you'll know that I too recognise these ST220s are more "warm saloons" than "super saloons", but I still feel they are a special car... they are effortless and comfortable cars with a decent spec, and they are very handsome. If your interest is in speed then it is probably best to look to alternatives. The ST220 though remains deserving of its enthusiast following and I am pleased there are people out there preserving them. Thank you for watching. 👍

[@DaleSteel]

WRONG. The red leather was also available on the red/burgundy colour cars too. I know i had one.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the correction; when editing I realised I had not mentioned the red cars, plus the red seats were available in grey and I think in the alternative blue? Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@samstergti9812]

I don't understand why the MK3 ST isn't top of the list? 🤷🏻‍♂️ All the other pale in comparison, it's when Ford suddenly started making car well.

[@jonnyvt6602]

I'd guess most who have given their opinion have never driven a Mondeo, let alone an ST220

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Everyone has an opinion and I suppose it is okay to judge on looks and hearsay - I am in the fortunate position to have driven and owned a few. I really do like the ST220 and completely understand those who love the model, but for me the ST200 and that Mk1 V6 just edge it. Thanks for watching. 👍

[@MadTitanGamer]

People spend thousands to get the exhaust sound these provide with simply a cat back exhaust without back boxes all for £350. Poor man’s mustang sound lol.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The standard exhaust sound is very subtle, and I have heard a few with modified exhausts... they can make a nice noise. Thanks for watching.

[@andyburton8346]

Slow thirsty and expensive to own and run Much much better options out there unfortunately

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. I do not disagree that there's not faster and cheaper to run options out there - myself, I prefer the earlier fast Mondeos, but you cannot deny these Mk3 ST220s are not attractive cars, great to drive and deserving of the enthusiast following they have. In my opinion, to own an ST220 is far more interesting than some of the bland "premium" equivalents from Europe. What other options are you thinking of? Thanks for watching. 👍

[@mattbarber7494]

No drivers arm rest.

[@IainDavies-z2l]

What ever happened to FORD? producing great cars like that and the dross they produce now.