Restoring the car that Clarkson, Hammond and May all love | Ep.2 | Ford Mondeo ST200 restoration

The next stage of the DriveTribe Ford Mondeo ST200 restoration is here! In this episode, the oily bits are stripped to be fully refreshed, and the main body of the car is painted in the original stunning Imperial Blue. Enjoy!
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[@Account1746]

When it’s done we need the trio in there for a video together

[@caprise-music6722]

Yes. That’s the only thing missing from this channel

[@OggaDugga]

I fully agree, they should be around for it when it’s done.

[@ronanmcconnell7664]

Go follow mad_ford_engineering on twitch for more amazing content

[@samratgaur4915]

Yea that would be fantastic

[@mystical3022]

Brilliant idea

[@ConquerDriving]

This is by far my favourite car content, I really enjoy seeing cars being restored. Personally I would replace the cam chains and plastic guides whilst they're off, well worth the peace of mind in my opinion for little outlay.

[@ThePuliUkko]

Oh boy, just check this one.Bad Obsession Motorsport Yeah I like this too. That's my favorite car, my friend dad have one, it's like brand new.

[@colinwillaert1961]

@@ThePuliUkko check out the skid factory too if you like B.O.M.

[@davyarthurs]

Especially as part of the guide has broken off! So much easier out of the car.

[@mickmiller9936]

Why not just do a total rebuild the engine as it’s a restoration? Rings, shells and crank seals. Do the heads aswell valves, rockers, seals etc. I wouldn’t be using those chains again either.

[@PropanePete]

Yep, I'm a former mechanic from decades ago and I would replace the timing chains and runners. I wouldn't just stop with pulling the heads off either, would keep going.

[@Vstar299]

If the car is finish ar you gonna get clarkson, hammond and may reaction's?

[@BongoIsABiscuit]

Car is still being rebuilt, the engine has been fully stripped rebuilt, shell has been painted, running gear has been stripped, cleaned, powder coated and rebuilt, Mad Ford is waiting for filming to resume before he can do much more

[@ronanmcconnell7664]

Go follow mad_ford_engineering on twitch for more amazing content

[@BadBoyV1]

They will probably drop a piano on it at the end🤣

[@Nikmg0]

Jackeryz

[@bobuncle8704]

Hey Mike. What I really like about this restoration is it realism. You aren’t throwing bags of money at it. You are doing the basics and that’s it. With the engine, you are stopping once you found the problem, rather tearing down for a full build. Job well done.

[@superowl91]

i like the ford owners definition of "some rust"

[@RollingShutter]

weight reduction yo.

[@junkyardhemi]

It’s so awesome to see a restoration shop that doesn’t just replace everything. You’ve got some real car guys there.

[@4UPedran]

So happy to see this car getting the treatment it deserves!

[@dwftube]

It's a testament to the people that design engines that they can make such a hideously complex thing run reliably for so many miles.

[@y4nnickschmitt]

This is by no means complex. With a bit of patience everyone who likes to wrench, is able to work on this.

[@trwsandford]

yeah, that 2.5L v6 is a beauty. It was obviously well cared for. I have a 4.2L v6 in a full sized truck with 270k miles still runs like new.. who knew? I was just being cheap when I bought it, it turns out to be a high mileage hero!

[@dwftube]

@@y4nnickschmitt Yes, but it's still complex.

[@Teribus13]

It is my honest opinion that the late 90s and early 2000s was the pinnacle for internal combustion engines in terms of maximum bang for buck combined with incredible longevity. Newer engines seem to be too strained, wringing every last bit of power from them shortens their lifespan, and complex emission control systems only exacerbate the issue. I can't deny that a modern 1.6 turbo can give the same power and torque of this big lazy 2.5 V6, but I bet the 1.6 will be far more worn out after 150,000 miles.

[@trwsandford]

Teribus13 agreed!

[@imran2nv]

I would pay to watch this live. I know traditionally people go to watch music and plays etc... But for me this is my passion. Love how the mad ford engineer does all the delicate parts himself. Genuine care for what he's doing.

[@Jeagles]

I got Hammond’s Opel advert before this video, which feels fitting

[@YourTapeworm]

Same lol

[@jean-paulmare3338]

Drivetribe needs more content like this. Thank you. Save more of these classics.

[@MotoRideswJohn]

I owned one of these in the states, where it was called the Contour, specifically the SVT model. To this day, one of the finest motors I've ever driven.

[@isaakwelch3451]

Until you have to change an alternator!

[@chris9517]

@@isaakwelch3451 easy from underneath :D

[@197SqnATC]

This brings back memories of my uni years and my ST24 and ST200 transplant. I remember wrenching all night to get the new engine in, to immediately take a 250mile trip back home for the summer. Well, not before stopping at Halfords and buying a fire extinguisher just in case!! Tbf, I've still got my Halfords toolkit 12 years later.

[@Matteo_Licata]

I think I'll never tire of watching old cars being refurbished. Look forward to the next one

[@Ingens_Scherz]

There is nothing more wonderful in nature than a real Brummie frolicking in his natural habitat. The photographer who captured these rare moments so beautifully deserves a National Geographic award. Shame Sir David was too busy with other projects to narrate it.

[@whollymindless]

After Project Binky, we are used to waiting.

[@anydaynow01]

How about that paint job! I didn't expect anything less from the boys!

[@mattfielding3313]

Never clicked on a video so fast 💨

[@KartsAgainstHumanity]

That paint was incredible. The logos looked like they glowed, I was wanting british racing green but they did something even better!

[@KartsAgainstHumanity]

@Ethel Blue No

[@ronanmcconnell7664]

Go follow mad_ford_engineering on twitch for more amazing content

[@TheJesterstoybox]

I'm glad to see you getting excited taking bits of the motor apart. It really is fun! That color as well is really stunning when it's fresh. Great build series!

[@jamiewm]

I have no mechanical ability whatsoever but I am in awe of these guys who can reduce an engine to bits and rebuild it again, amazing 👏👏👏👏

[@davidryan9342]

Its great to see a mechanic share his knowledge with an amateur.great videos keep them coming.im a big ford fan

[@Rhowhat]

There's a guy round the corner from where I live who has an F8, various Bentley's, a modified Porsche and a near mint condition ST200 estate in imperial blue. Legend.

[@Kohlenstofffasermonster]

Looking forward to the next videos. On „German KZbin“ one mostly sees old GTIs and RS4s being restored, so seeing a Mondeo ST is very nice!

[@marvinduval]

Always lived the design of these. Such a well proportioned looking car.

[@andrewolson5471]

It's great to see that Mondeo get some love. Looks like she's shaping up nicely!

[@BrendanEvan]

The most extensive Mondeo remodel in modern history

[@theninethrees8044]

You mean.. *.....In The World*

[@laan1956]

Shame they didn’t rebuild the engine, just some honing and new pistons & piston rings. Wouldn’t have cost that much extra

[@NitroNuggetTV]

@@laan1956 does seem strange they didn't just do it properly and check the bearings as well. In a somewhat sporty car and with 150k on the clock it would have made sense while they had the engine out. be a shame to spin a bearing or something after all this work

[@jamesclack1078]

Cruel but fair

[@evog35viii]

@@laan1956 At least new piston rings.

[@pretty00lights]

Absolutely my favorite series on this channel so far!

[@Hoganply]

I'm convinced this is the kind of content James watches during his special alone time.

[@ChrisbyChickenMan23]

There is nothing better than seeing a regular "Car of the People" that's been used as it was intended to for the last 20 or so years and now watching it get a full body off restoration returning it to the condition it was in the day it left the factory.

[@jesseyruddock7574]

This is one of the best KZbin channels, you are an outstanding presenter mate! This is everything that TG and The Grand Tour needed as a perfect compliment!

[@Raffles-68]

Love these - I had an ST24 in Silver. I have had all the German brands since but used to get more interest from admirers at Petrol stations with the Mondeo - looked like a Touring Car.

[@danhxnter]

Hurry with episode 3! Love the series!

[@christycullen2355]

Loving this series already. Gives me old school wheeler dealers vibes

[@rolandgdean]

I love the Knolling of parts during disassembly. Always a great practice to get things back like they were.

[@dgs127]

From Canada. I had the Mercury Mystique so I am thrilled to see it all down to its bones. Excited for final results.

[@elusivevii653]

It's kind of a shame he doesn't have another Mondeo. Would love him to have the second one sent to Mad Ford too but have it refreshed and rebuilt to look like the BTCC legendary Mondeo.

[@marcmaddock9980]

Drivetribe is massively in debt, they wont have the budget for that.

[@KartsAgainstHumanity]

@@marcmaddock9980 Are they?

[@Yasha-9]

@@KartsAgainstHumanity kindof they report £21million loss on drivetribe but that's cause they included investments

[@marcmaddock9980]

@@Yasha-9 add to that the links on Facebook never work so people are unsubscribing.

[@BongoIsABiscuit]

Guys stay tuned there maybe something happening with the Donnor mondeo

[@dog11222]

Love the comms in the back of that FFR, 353 and 351 brings back memories....

[@samwebb585]

It's so great to see meaningful restorations on worthy cars. Great video.

[@alexanderwooldridgesmith6629]

Had two V6 Mondeo's and those engines are bullet proof. More than happy with mega mileage as long as you change the oil on time and use decent oil. Biggest expence I had on either of them was new plug leads.

[@23chilled]

Engineered by Porsche in Germany is the main reason it’s a great engine.

[@alexanderwooldridgesmith6629]

@@23chilled that's strange as one of my engine design collegues at Ilmor said he had worked on it at Cosworth.

[@robg4957]

Ford imperial blue is awesome. I had a fiesta Zetec S. Once compounded, polished and waxed you could fall into it the paintwork. It’s such a nice deep colour.

[@AJ_Adventures99]

I love this series mike. So great to see a car that can be forgotten given another life

[@Stephenc4877]

Glad to see it being sorted and not scrapped.

[@thefrikenaceguy]

As if that garage ever uses Halfords 😂

[@JerGol]

It was hilarious watching the embarrassment as he tried desperately to think of something Mike could pick up from Halfords for him! 😂

[@Wilde_UK]

Was just thinking "so this is sponsored by halfords then."

[@Hogrid-cy]

Haha, my thoughts exactly! 😂

[@MrSlash00r]

Awesome series - really been looking forward to Ep2, and it didn't disappoint. Bring on the next Episode!!

[@n2n8sda]

Ｌast time Ｉ was this early the ＳT2000 was still in production! Roll on the resto.

[@xKrispyx]

"Temporary repair that's a little too temporary..." - The story of every *effective* temporary fix ever

[@MakeItWithJim]

Nice clansman setup in the back of that Landy

[@TrivialTrove]

I have an ST220 and this is so inspiring :) Great to see it being restored to its glory!

[@farmerlamb2372]

Such an interesting series! A car that most can afford being given the red carpet overhaul treatment! Excellent!!

[@Jonathan_Doe_]

With the way classic Ford’s have been appreciating once most of them have rotted themselves off the road, the investment will probably be more than worth it in about 5 years time.

[@MarkMeadows90]

I love that blue color, Imperial Blue. Reminds me of the Ford color Sonic Blue Pearl. Like a cobalt blue color. Shines nicely in the sun.

[@BillyBoy444]

WOW Makes me want to restore my MK1 V6 Mondeo been sat off the road for 6 years...... The Mondeo is getting very rare now and prices are going to start going through the roof.

[@nicholaswatson3896]

I used to have an ST24, so I'm pleased to see this ST200 get restored. I have very fond memories of mine. It gripped like s**t to a blanket.

[@simonmorris4226]

I had the STW24 estate. Fantastic car and went like a train. Also worked on some bracketry for the updated version.

[@Yvolve]

Awesome series so far! My only gripe is that the episodes are so short, I love how Mike presents and the knowledge of the specialists. I think these could do very well if they were twice as long, with more detailed info on what is being done and why. More channels are doing episode like this and they're being viewed really well. An extreme example is BOM with Binky, but I think a lot of people would like to learn more about the projects.

[@samuelele]

The quality of this video is absolutely spot on. Keep it up!

[@aDaWaN]

It is so awesome to see something as relatively mundane as a Mondeo ST200 being restored. This would not be out of place on a classic car show next to a Ferrari in my book. I always miss these kind of cars on classic car shows. Also cool to know the lack of power was just a linkage and a dodgy injector. Thanks for the series!

[@jon81crowe]

One of the best videos done in a while. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@vawterb]

I'm really enjoying this series. I wish it was possible to go into greater detail and depth. I live in the US and in 2006 my family spent three weeks in Scotland and England. One of the hire cars we has was a Mondeo and it has been one of the best cars I've ever driven. Thanks for the over view of the work that is being done!

[@ianatkinson9168]

One of my first cars was a MkI Mondeo. Ever since the ST200 was released I wanted one, never did get one though. I’d love to be able to restore one back to its former glory.

[@petyrkowalski9887]

That V6 was a very well engineered engine and its strangely satisfying to see if being fettled and rebuilt.

[@georgimihalkov4781]

Restoration series are awesome, especially when you're doing a 20-30k restoration on a 2-3k car 😄 I can't wait to see the finished product!

[@robsimmons5228]

Awesome Mike. Can’t wait for the next episode. I'm driving a '17 Focus ST. Goes like a scalded cat.

[@MaddRIP1]

I like how you're getting involved, something I wish I could have enjoyed many times.

[@andrewdrabble8939]

That blue looks fantastic

[@_oksure_]

We need a full episode just on the mechanic's landie!!

[@MadFordEngineering]

Keep asking the guys, im happy to show you guys my Series 3 ex military 109 FFR

[@rob7566]

@@MadFordEngineering I spent many an hour in the back being jabbed in the ribs by that coms pack lol fond memories. 👍

[@MadFordEngineering]

@@rob7566 im happy for the guys to film my landy, we have a few here ive restored

[@rob7566]

@@MadFordEngineering haha fancy doing my bob tailed disco I won't charge you a penny😏

[@TGXB]

@@MadFordEngineering Is that radio gear in the back? Would love a walk around of her!

[@RichieRouge206]

This is fabulous to see - she’s coming back to life. I would have changed the chains and tensioners as a matter of course as well as the gaskets.

[@marklongchamps6741]

If i lived in the UK, this guy would fix my fords. Genius!

[@tamski11]

I have a st200 saloon so I’m loving this build, thank you

[@MarkCRyan]

1996 Contour GLS was my first car. I saw the front end of that Mondeo and immediately went to Part 1 before coming back here.

[@LondonReps]

Really enjoyable show and I like both the presenter and the mechanic

[@HGVdiscoDave]

Love seeing a full resto ! I would have liked to have seen more of the body repairs

[@djonfonsteen6331]

Excellent. I want a set of blokes like these working on my 95, x300 Jaaag.🍷 Salute

[@islandrallysport]

thank you for the update and stay safe Love from Canada

[@leonpeckson]

Perhaps drive tribe ought to do these restorations as a series. I’d love to see an old defender or Range Rover get this kind of treatment

[@BongoIsABiscuit]

Watch Www.twitch.tv/mad_ford_engineering as well as being a ford specialist he restores land rovers, one in video he fully restored, and hopefully later this year he will be making a pink panthet replica

[@Holdeenio]

Loving the progress, excited for the mechanical Episode

[@xMilesxHighxClubx]

My Dad had the 2.5l v6 SI. Was a beast of a car.. in Metallic Silver.

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely Jubbly, going to a epic turnaround I think.

[@user-qq2mo1ek2r]

Lovely car, brings back memories of my time with Mondeo's.

[@spinking458]

I myself am not a mechanically minded person at all, nor am I really a car buff either. But i thoroughly enjoyed this. Credit to the mechanic for being a great communicator. It is a bit of a dream of mine to have this level of work done to my 02' series 3 venom red AU Falcon haha. Bought it a few months ago now & have had multiple mechanics rave to me about the condition the car is in (considering its age and miles travelled) and now I'd love the car to have the chance to go through something like this.

[@michaelpw97]

So satisfying. Love this series guys!

[@fraserl7495]

Absolutely loving this series!

[@AmalilSuhaimi]

Looking at the ford RS cosworth in the poster on the wall back there, it reminds me of the only unit here in malaysia. still running till today. beautiful creature !

[@brandonroberts73]

This is so sick! Really enjoying this

[@henry6232]

Very cool. Thanks for showing us this project. Greetings from germany.

[@Andefir]

can't wait to see it fully fixed up!

[@wyrien]

Been waiting for the next episode of this series!

[@daraghkellett9389]

FORD THEE KING OF THE ROAD

[@GlenSRII]

Look forward to this finished going to look fantastic and I think the right option was to restore it ...your going to have a classic when finished

[@joshvlogsTV]

I am loving this series!!

[@PopkosCZ]

Can´t wait to see the car finished! Love the series so far.

[@mrofnocnon]

He has had the engine for a week and its still in one peace! I used to dismantle in one day and rebuild in two!

[@jeffreyarnold6157]

you were not being filmed for KZbin though.

[@rob7566]

It's a shame this wasn't an in depth mini series on Amazon I'd of watched hour long episodes happily.

[@AlanH450]

In case anyone needs this information, if you need gloss black paint i cannot reccomend Hammerite rattlecans enough. Plus you don't need primer! even used slap dash with bare minimal prep(if any) it works great!

[@joshwattonS2000]

I'm not a Ford guy at all. But this is cool and interesting to watch. Look forward to seeing the rest 👍🏼

[@gamechip06]

Ahhhh I can't believe you're making me wait I just found out about this series.

[@ΘάνατοςΧορτοφάγος]

Nice restoring a car like this to standard glory.

[@EconomicsMate1]

Classic. Kudos to the build.

[@carguyuk7525]

Great set of videos. Brilliant project. Love the channel.

[@TheCornishGingerOfficial]

I just got finished swapping and porting the head on my car was the most interesting and fun thing I've done to a car ever 😂 this is looking sweet will be nice to see some more videos

[@therealjamesmartin]

Great series, made my day seeing this ep come out haha

[@Mx5buthead]

I already love this series

[@paveantelic7876]

this is so satisfying to watch