Unwanted & Forgotten? Sat For 12 Years Ford Mondeo ST24, Will It Run And Drive To An MOT?

[@tastyclassics]

Love a Mondeo! Really enjoyed this one, the greener the better 🤤

[@Oh-Jay52]

35th week of 2010 Marshalls , Look pretty ok though :)

[@philgrimsey3637]

I'd gone years without seeing one of these Mondeo's and then I saw two minters driving round Manchester a couple of days ago

[@Alfiepowers]

Im really starting to like them

[@dicko166]

Get her fixed up she deserves it 👍

[@jaydc182]

Belting episode, I think it's worth saving the bodywork is mint and the engine sounds great. Fast Fords have a massive following aswell so could be worth investigating in.

[@craigjohnston1194]

These early ST Mondeos are rare beasts now & like the early Focus ST they will appreciate in value. I think you should get it sorted properly & you’ll fetch a good price. Another cracking episode, finally a car show that’s realistic! Great work Ben, can’t wait for the next instalment

[@tastyclassics]

I would really like to...

[@craigjohnston1194]

@@tastyclassics go on, sure looks like you enjoy welding 😂

[@darreningoe121]

you defo should restore it

[@MrAcoustic09]

Red money spiders we call them in Scotland

[@rugrat7227]

Don’t give up on the car you could raffle it when the works done.

[@cheekychapman1]

June 2024 - MOT passed - great to see this one being restored

[@keefeeweefee.8714]

I had a mk 1 mondeo. One of the best cars I ever owned. Comfortable, lovely interior and great to drive. Wish I hadn’t sold it but I’m sure the new owner enjoyed it. I alway liked the older ones and this shape over the later ones.

[@Trickydicky99]

Another great episode Ben. This is so worth saving, personally I'd love to see you save it and get it back on the road. An early ST is indeed a rare beast and this one has good bones.

[@Scotts23]

This has got to be one of the best purchases you've made since I've been a fan of your channel and its 100percent got the potential to be a fantastic honest example of a true ford mondeo ST24 survivor can't wait for more episodes I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CAR A PROPER TASTY CLASSIC IT'S SO MUCH WORTH YOU DOING THE WORK ON IT ESPECIALLY IF YOU DO A LITTLE BIT OF RESEARCH ON THE VALUATION BECAUSE as you probably know the prices of old fords are remarkable 80s 90s 00s cars in general MORE EPISODES PLEASE SIR 👍🏻OLD FORDS NEVER DIE THEY JUST GET FASTER

[@martincraig-je4vo]

Faster and lighter 😂👍

[@HM.Hatchet205]

I didnt enjoy him tugging that rear seat around

[@brutalWorksSanDiego]

​@@martincraig-je4voI see what you did there!

[@brutalWorksSanDiego]

​@@HM.Hatchet205I'm sitting in my chair shouting "Stop it, stop it!!". He didn't listen. 😊

[@markyoung5983]

I really like the old Ford Mondeos love to see this back on the road with all the repairs done, I also think this would be great content to watch 😊

[@leemcarthy4550]

Wow you never fail to impress me with yet another pitch perfect video. You could be prime time television as your entertainment skills are second to none as is your knowledge of vehicles. I’m definitely one of your top fans mate and want to thank you for keeping me sane whilst I’m suffering with a quite serious medical condition. You’re all what’s good about the world rolled in to one amazing guy. All the best

[@tastyclassics]

That is very kind of you to say mate and I hope you're ok bud I'll do what I can to keep the good stuff coming while under the weather!

[@paulham9881]

"Sweating like a 52 plate Ford transit on an mot ramp" HAHAHAHAHA.. Legend!

[@mehrzahl2219]

Very handsome car. Incredible that it was left in the field for so long, without even being looted from its nice bits.

[@pandymcCoCo]

Weather was against you buddy! Love your videos! Am registered blind and will never drive, but I’ve always loved a ford capti, and that’s how I found you, and so glad I did! Keep up the good work! ❤

[@mukkaspec3333]

ahhh, Red Spider Mites. Don't see many of them now. Reminds me of being a kid in the 70/80's. Another great upload.

[@gazzwells986]

Uesd see loads on brick walls in 70ies '80ies

[@Sauceman-rj9ej]

As a kid in the 70s,I'd draw pictures with them spider mites by squashing and dragging across the white topped flood wall near my house, with my fingers 😅seeing the harmless little things again, makes me feel quite bad about it now .

[@peterrobinson2041]

Loved seeing the old ST24, I say fix it up as there's not many around!! It can only go up in value 😁

[@cliffordkinnear9705]

That Mondeo is well equipped! It has the high performance 24 Valve V6, manual transmission, etc, etc. It's too bad the sills (rocker panels) got rusted out. I would think a few patch panels would be able fix those rusted out areas. You can't beat a lightweight sedan with a powerful V6 engine!!! Six pistons are better than four!

[@TheCplHamster]

So much nostalgia with this. My first car was a 1998 2.0 MK2 Mondeo, which I traded up to my first ST24 at 18 years old. I ended up having to sell that due to an engine failure and a few years later got another one. Owned that for about 4 years before buying a newer MK3 ST TDCI and converting the ST24 in to a track toy and upgrading the engine to an ST200 engine. I fitted a genuine BTCC splitter and the hopes of making it a early MK2 BTCC replica but unfortunately a change of job meant I had to sell the car. To date the 2nd ST24 and the ST TDCI are the only cars I regret selling. I couldn't help but watch this and remember all the common issues such as the arch rust, yet still miss mine so much. Glad to see another one rescued from immanent death. May have to find myself an ST200 now as a second car

[@BigMyo]

Never seen a british guy look more American in my life haha. Good videos man, I love them.

[@KrisDouglas]

That thing is screaming for the work to be done. Low miles, good body, good engine. Really nice job getting her up and running, but what a bloody good series it would be seeing this thing get sorted.

[@ihaveacoolhat1]

A family friend had one of these, and it was the first time I'd ever heard an engine sound that was actually amazing to listen to.

[@stevejones1972]

Back between 2008 and 2010 I had 4 separate Mondeo Mk2 's I loved them, one of my favourite cars. I had 2 4cylinder 2.0 models, and 2 V6 2.5 Duratec Ghia X models, with the auto boxes. The V6 engine is a wonderful thing to drive, as long as the Inlet Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) unit is working - if it fails, the secondary intake ports dont open and you get much less power when you boot it. The Ghia X was the one to have, had full leather, trip computer, graphic info display where your coin tray at the upper left hand side of the intrument panel is, heated seats, looked so smart compared to the basic LX models. I had to get rid of the V6 in the end as it was just so thirsty round town, I was only getting between 17 and 22mpg, with the auto box responsible for a lot of the extra fuel consumption. Manuals are better, so the ST24 has better performance than the Auto version, and better mpg, but still thirsty though. One of my V6 models was needing the rear exhaust doing, and I bought one from Ford and fitted it myself - they have an extended length system, that runs from the middle box, to an intermediate box at the rear passenger side, and then the pipe comes out of that box, goes across the car to the driver's side rear corner, where there is another muffler and then the tailpipe. Most Mondeo's had one rear muffler on the passenger side, but the V6 had 2 mufflers, but only the drivers side one had the exit tailpipe. I would say a performance exhaust would be best for that car, as the standard exhaust will make the car too quiet, and could be too restrictive on the engine - having 3 separate boxes the gas has to pass through. Would love to see that old girl given a new lease of life as the Mk2 Mondeo is now pretty much all but extinct - going out of production in 2000, so 23 years ago now. The original Mondeo Mk1 celebrates its 30th birthday this year, coming out first in 1993.

[@jasonsharp7619]

Your Honesty, Wit, & Humour is Brilliant, Keeping Real Everytime,

[@seewhathappensracinguk2331]

@ 1 min 25 that was the magic of every video you do. Another nice surprise Ben well done again.

[@baggieboys9]

62 yrs old now this was always my fav car so loved this video just wish i could afford one thanks for the memories chap keep up the good work

[@Rich77UK]

I drove one of these around as a "stop gap" when I sold my car and couldnt find what I wanted. What was meant to be a beater for a few weeks turned into months as i actually gave up looking for my desired car as the Mondeo was just so damned good. Awesome engine note, great torguey response and super comfy. After 8 months i found my desired low mileage Saab Aero and parted with the Ford. I wish i had put it into storage as like this one it had no bodykit and i suspect a future classic.

[@owenstafford67]

It sounds sooo good. I think you should keep it and do the work. She is a beast,m. It reminds me of been 18 again!

[@tastyclassics]

I know I am really thinking about it

[@BlueXonar]

@@tastyclassics It would make a really cool new daily driver!

[@kevinjekyll1521]

I really enjoy these found lost and unwanted turning into something someone out there will love to death... I do this from time to time, and find the experience more satisfying than just buying something new, I guess you always put something of yourself into these adventures, that's what makes the difference. I look forward to seeing what you find, you can find stuff where you are that we just can't. And, keep those puns and quips coming, they always make me smile...

[@richardserridge2767]

I'd obviously love to see it done up because it's an old fast ford, but it's up to you! You managed to get the Austin cheese wedge back on the road... These are getting very rare now. Great episode as usual!

[@samgorsegames]

You’ve got to save it! Beautiful car and so few left on the roads

[@kernowgirl53]

Red spider mites, they are a pain in the greenhouse or house plants, like a spider version of an aphid, don't let them get on your hanging baskets lol. Love the Mondeo! So much is good, it deserves restoration 😊 I'd love to see you do the work, your videos are so interesting and entertaining as well. Wonder how it would do at neurenberg if you got it all road legal 😊

[@HelloImNik]

Came here to find out about the red things 😂

[@MrGti6]

Nuremberg you mean nurburgring 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@didley3211]

I love this shape of Mondeo especially 2000+ models with the ST kit and alloys looks the part. My dad owned a red saloon back in 2001 unfortunately I've never had the opportunity to own one myself but I do admire this shape.

[@tonyhopgood1189]

I had one the same as this, R reg, same colour, boot version, just the multi spoke wheels instead of the 4 spoke. Loved it and loved this episode. Thanks Ben

[@sunilphalakdhari3869]

I simply fell in love with shape of mondeo, the second I saw it. And absolutely luxurious interior compared to other brands of the time. Beautiful cars, still is

[@jonphelps3638]

That's it Tim!

[@Canta1111]

I've only just stumbled on your page in past few weeks and I've throughly enjoyed your videos. I've watched the Audi TT, Ford Capri and this one. My favourite memories of a Mondeo was my grandads Mondeo Ghia that was the same colour as yours. So many happy memories as he used his for pulling caravans, where I used to accompany him, my gran, their dog Molly to various Caravan Club sites in the North-east - your episode was very nostalgic for me. Many thanks matey, and I look forward to your next adventure.

[@jmarkp]

Had a Mk1 2.5 V6 . Great Q car . Looked like anyone else's 1.8LX , wheel trims and all . Boy could it go , surprised plenty from the lights . Great handler too !

[@LeeOSullivan-zd1hd]

You’ve come this far, would love to see the mondeo all fixed up with a mot. Like previously said she’s a rare beast and potentially a future classic. She looks so good and sounds amazing. As you’ve said the wheels are also immaculate. Good luck and hope you get it sorted 😎👍

[@MattLineker]

I had a MK3 V6 and they're amazing cars for the cash when I got ,my one it was cheap but I had to do a lot to the brakes and suspension components but they do rust and sadly that is why there isn't Meany around so this is definitely one for someone to restore I think you are probably one of the best Channels out there keep up the good work mate

[@glenncarr2121]

Fix it , it is by far in better shape than most of the other cars you have repaired on your show ! I am in the USA 🇺🇸 and I owned the sister car to this , I had the Ford Tarus SHO 1997 ! They share the same engine and power train although I had the automatic transmission and yours is the 5 speed ! When these cars are right , they reward you with running really really well and are fast ! And also handle really well with a smooth comfortable ride ! Well worth the cost of repair not to mention how good they make you feel driving it to cars and coffee ! LOL 😆 I would think that it should be very easy too see a nice return on your investment and your time , over what you would see from a standard Mondao without the 24 valve engine ! Anyway have a great time working on it and enjoy working on one of Fords really good ones for a change ! I can't wait for your next show and see you working on a late model classic !

[@brimplas1]

Used to love these back in the day... had a 2.9 Sierra xr4x4i... but went onto small turbo cars after that... loved the v6 rumble ❤

[@mickkeen1294]

What a motor! If you have the time and money I think it's well worth investing in. It will be such a great car! Thanks again for another most entertaining and well presented video, look forward to future episodes. Cheers Ben.

[@paulbuckland91]

I had one of the last mk2 2.0 Zetec-s. It was a great car, there’s love out there for this old girl to get restored and loved

[@seand8121]

Love the videos. As for the bugs, they look like clover mites. Harmless to you or the car.

[@Retro_andy_1977]

Absolutely superb car - proper fast ford of its time!

[@shepshepherd]

Another great video. I'd forgotten how much of a Q-car the original Mondeo ST24 was.

[@tastyclassics]

It's aged on me really well!

[@Mrk7770]

Miss my mk1 ford mondeo. One of the best car's i had early on. 2.0L lovely, fast and huge boot. Miss it, was 18 years old and only had 68,000k on clock. Let it go in 2013. Regret it.

[@Jpmckay22]

My dad had P898 UGE first st24 in Scotland. Different alloys and in black. Loved this car.

[@fordtech6447]

It was panful watching you try and get it running for the first time. I was a Ford technician for many years at a dealership in the US. First thing is the car is the same as a Ford Contour or Mercury Mystique in the US. I was yelling at the tv saying the fuel pump access is under the back seat. Good you finally found the inertia stitch, fuel cuts off in the event of a crash. You do not crank it over and over to get fuel to the fuel injectors, cycle the key for 8-10 seconds at a time a few times then crank. There is also a Schrader valve on the fuel rail to check for fuel pressure. We hated working on them, they were problem cars.

[@nickpaddock6137]

Thanks for sharing this video, I really enjoyed it and reminds me of when the mother in law has the ghia version of this V6 Mondeo, oodles of power and torque. I do hope you are able to stick with it and bring this baby to her former glory

[@rickyrall1971]

Excellent video, I thinks it’s good for your channel to do cars from 70’s 80’s because more of us know of them and can relate. Much better than really old cars that we don’t no off.

[@Katiebop89]

Old fords never die... We jusy weld them back together again.

[@simonsayce3354]

Another brilliant vid and a beautiful motor,well done Ben, mondeo St, great 👍

[@johncallaghan4616]

Super ‘Left-for-Dead’, Ben, and well done for at least getting her fired-up and rolling - I’m thinking, time-wise, get her to ‘Tower-of-Power’ readiness then move her on, to someone that could spend the (many) tens of hours required on the welding in particular. Soooooo close to 15k subs, hope this video gets you over that fully deserved milestone ! Keep ‘em comin’! JCHK

[@DavenSTvRS]

I had a State Blue ST24 for 11 years. It died of an unavailable part last summer. The thing was like an extra limb to me. Mine was a 97, with the body kit. I think they all came with the kit unless you optioned standard bumpers. In the end it did over 200k, with no engine faults. Pulled like new the whole time. Bloody miss it! I'm only 20 mins into the video, but I'd pull the outer panels of the back seats off to check for rust!

[@jamesheal4535]

Love your content bud keep it up 😊

[@MarkB-kz7op]

I had one of these ST24's without the body kit around 15 years ago! I ended up getting rid of it when the clutch needed changing as it was going to cost a small fortune! One of many cars I had years ago that I wish I had kept. Oh, by the way, those little red spiders are Clover Mites. They don't bite humans but will eat grass and leaves etc!

[@gazzmic]

Please do it up, you could do it over many episodes, its a beast from our past. I would watch for sure

[@Isthatyoudermot]

My 2006 Hyundai Sonata 3.3L V6 made 234hp. The lower control arm mounts in the rear rusted out (thanks, Wisconsin winter). I loved the car, so smooth and powerful.

[@richardjameswinter7642]

I had one of these a while here in Germany. It was no problem driving 220 km/h with it. Fast and powerful car.

[@matthewwiddows6319]

Loved the episode, real tough one with what to do. They don't go for a huge amount of money, personally I would sell, you have an mot stating exactly what the new owner needs to do, parts are dirt cheap, just some time welding it up. Will make a nice car when done. Doesn't need to be done to showroom, just enough to pass and mot. These videos do better im sure that the follow up track one would and so more revenue for new cars.

[@OnTheRocks71]

Hey we got it here in the 'States too. Called the Contour, it could be optioned with the 170hp 2.5L V6. Later, the North American performance division SVT released a version with the 200hp tuned V6 (basically an ST200 I believe). They had a cult following, and I knew a few people that swapped in 3.0L versions of the 24v duratec for more TQ.

[@Non-Stick_Pan]

This video brings back some awesome memories for me.

[@johnmusk7007]

Awesome watch Really enjoyed it😎

[@ceejaywilson1671]

What a beauty: love the mk2 Mondeo and the rare ST 24v wearing everyday clobber makes it even nicer. Would like to see it sold on for resto if its not your jam Ben. Another cracking video too.

[@dast_uk]

I had a 1998 ST24 (skirts etc) and it was an epic car, and I still feel it's the best car I've ever owned and probably driven (those being BMW, Merc, Porsche, Audi..), In 1999 the salesman reversed this off the forecourt and I was sold on the sound alone. I've driven at the top speed of this 2.5 V6 24v monster. What destroyed the ST24 was when they produced the Zetec-S which had the same style body kit, although this wasn't factory lowered and stiffened. If I had the spare cash and found a low mileage and good condition then I'd buy it in a heartbeat!

[@6petrolhead6]

I had an s plate st25 with no body kit in panther black matalic back in the mid 90s and it was a cracking car to drive and it was a saloon like yours a real wolf in sheep's clothing

[@barrycaldwell5461]

All cleaned and running ok and i wouldn't turn it down, lovely motor

[@davidspence784]

These are great motors, I have had over 50 of the diesel variants in my 25 years as a taxi business owner, would love to see you getting the work done and getting an mot on it.

[@andrewmalyon5699]

What an absolutely superb video,you at your very best,keep these " back from the deads " coming, a brilliant evenings viewing .

[@MrAcoustic09]

I so hope to see a part 2 on this of you restoring it that engine is plenty to want to restore that it's super smooth

[@gabrielpedroso96]

now that's a proper sleeper!

[@tastyclassics]

Definitely deserves to be saved doesn't it

[@calmacyd]

Fantastic episode! Remember these beasts when I was growing up. Better times 👌

[@antonsgarage3661]

I really enjoyed this episode.. need more st24 Mondeo content 👍

[@tastyclassics]

Might be a little while but it's coming!

[@antonsgarage3661]

@@tastyclassics all your content is pretty tasty .. Mondeo or otherwise 👍. Keep it up

[@tastyclassics]

@@antonsgarage3661 cheers mate!

[@beko1987]

Awesome episode! Not sure if it's worth saving it unless you really love it though... My dad had an M reg mondeo new as a company car (not an st though) and I have many memories of it, seeing the interior bought it all back! And remembering him pulling over to hit the CD changer in the boot when it skipped, as it did regularly

[@patrickh7368]

The Red things are Fords auto repair nanites , an option on the ST24…. Standard on light speed space cruises after 1997 … perhaps ready for a software update if laid up for 11 years… 🤔

[@tastyclassics]

🤣🤣

[@ChrisHampson-mo7ti]

Thoroughly enjoyed that. Bring it back to life please

[@ascorbic123]

Love this generation of Mondeo, you used to see them all over the place. Epic BTCC car too.

[@johnproctor3445]

Niiiiiiice. I would love to see you get this back to full working and MOT pass condition. A lot of work and no doubt money to do but surely worth it. And think of all the fast Ford fans that you will attract to the channel? 😀👍

[@christiangrey3645]

This car is still on the road and passed its MOT in June 2024!

[@bishen67]

That switch in an inertia switch, basically a ball bearing, in the event of a crash,the bearing moves and breaks contact so turning off the fuel pump. A lot of cars have them under the bonnet.

[@Kanjo_Retired]

first time viewer... not disappointed :P would be nice to see this back on the road! you could sell it on and someone else just end up ragging it round somewhere, gotta be sorted and made roadworthy! good things come to those who wait! great video!

[@rulebritannia1553]

Great cars Former XR3,XR3i and MK2 GTE owner oh and a MK2 Capri. Love the Ford Falcon XR6 and XR8 thanks 🙏 from down under

[@noelfountain]

Fix it! It’s a lovely car, if I had the chance that’s what I’d do! I reckon it would be worth it financially… This is the first video I’ve seen, really enjoyed your style so you got a new subscriber, looking forward to the next one 👍

[@johnfullbrook628]

I bought one of these from a salvage yard years ago it lovely car to drive and deceptively quick if I remember correctly the power steering cooler had a leak and a water pump was a plastic impeller pump that had cracked I had a replacement metal pump done on the driveway easier than I thought to do. It snapped the pinch bolt when changing the rear shocks and eventually what had her back in the scrap yard was a clutch and flywheel failure was more than the car was worth to replace. If there was 1 car I could get back it would be the st24

[@skylined5534]

I remember in the early mid 2000s in my late 20s after driving and being a passenger in my mate's pre facelift S40 T4 I was deadset on a fast but inconspicuous saloon. I couldn't afford an S40 but the four big ones on the table at the time for similar ish money was the mk2 ST24, first gen UK Vectra V6, Volvo 850 T5 and the Rover 620ti. All awesome cars that looked mostly like their lower contemporaries but better chassis, equipment and most importantly strong performance! In the summer of 2006 I ended up finally getting a facelift '98 620ti in 'white gold' (just badged as a Rover 600!) and enjoyed it immensely for several years but still always wished I'd had an ST24 at some point too. Memories! I think the little red beasties are Red Spider Mites or Tetranychus urticae. We get loads of the little sods in the back garden! I was going to say front bumper wise it looks like a stock bumper as the ST24 had more aggressive looking front bumpers but after looking at several for comparison it seems the more aggressive styling came in on a facelift in around '98 or so. I also love that you could get these in estate flavour, I do like a fast wagon! P.s. "Is that something's leg?" got me chuckling 😂

[@neill4133]

Lovely Reno 😂 Another great video, most old mondeos have ended up on the banger tracks or had the zetecs robbed for classic Ford upgrades. Love the humour, I could have a few beers with you and talk about 80s and 90s cars for hours I recon 😊

[@TrevorBuick]

Yes I think it would be a great watch to see it sorted, rare car 👍

[@1esaus]

I borrowed my sisters mondeo a few years ago to drive 1500 km to our cottage. It was almost empty on oil and poorly maintained. Had to service it before the trip. Great car to drive but i almost lost a wheel on the way back due to her stepson replacing the wheel nuts with the wront type so the wheel vibrated loose and broke studs. Good cars to drive and the AC worked even after 20 years!

[@dazdec6650]

Loving the series ,JC would be proud .👍🏻

[@peter3234]

Great content, definitely fix it up in another episode or two !!

[@inglepropnoosegarm7801]

When it was new that was a beautiful car. I had a P10 Primera that was not dissimilar. It is my favourite car out of all those I've driven.

[@dannyisaacs3877]

Love a Mondeo! Really enjoyed this one .

[@Yossarian-uj9dh]

I'm struggling to get my head around the fact that a mk2 Mondeo is now more than 25 years old and in danger of becoming a classic. My (then) girlfriends dad bought one of these new in the 90s and it feels like it was about a week ago 😮

[@Rich77UK]

Terrible ain't it!

[@martytdd1606]

I recently searched up the advert for the Ghia X V6. I remember thinking at the time how cool and modern this new facelifted version looked. It was added to my short list, (which wasn't so short) of cool cars I would buy if I could afford it. 😂

[@Timico1000]

And the Mk1 turned 30 this year, still remember seeing it for the first time at our local Ford dealer, i think it was in January 1993.

[@shiveringsand]

@@Timico1000 My Dad had one of the very first turbo diesel Mondeos Mk1's as a new company car and due to a problem with the inter coolers on them he had to wait an additional 3 months for delivery. Actually a very capable car all in all and a vastly more modern driving experience than the old Sierra, which I had at the time. Time is flying too quickly.!!

[@MrAcoustic09]

These old fords are great my mate used fo have a p plate scorpio cosworth that thing had all the bells and whistles and was fairly quick too i fell in love with it

[@mrc7157]

Rare to see now that hasn't been thrashed and trashed, I had a same year calibra that I sold a couple of years ago and regret letting it go, get it sorted and enjoy driving it!!!

[@chrisginostravels7388]

Fantastic job. It would be great to see more of this car hopefully finished and ready for sale (having had some well earned fun first). Good luck and thanks for a very interesting channel.

[@dreammaker730]

Wow that mondeo was a blast from the past. I've fitted every pane of glass to one of those back in the day . And how big is the rear glass in a mondeo hatch back , we used to call them turtle shells .

[@richardnorman1158]

One thing to check is the imrc is working by reving it and you will see the secondaries moving between the inlet if it isn’t working then removing the plastic panel on the front of the engine and under there is the imrc a sliver box U can open it but make sure u hold the little motor down or you will destroy the cogs that’s if it works They come in at 3000rpm

[@tastyclassics]

Excellent thanks for letting me know, i've just read into it, I definitely felt something change and I wondered what it was, almost like a tame V-Tec, very interesting cheers mate!

[@richardnorman1158]

@@tastyclassics yes that’s it well at least it’s working I own a Mondeo st200 and if you do decided to keep it and restore it I do know someone that has a few mk2s which might come in handy He has anything from standard to st24/st200

[@OnTheRocks71]

@@tastyclassics An interesting and useless factoid. In the US between 1996-1999 we had a model called the Taurus SHO. It's engine was a ~3.4L 32v V8. It's fundamental design is based on the 2.5L V6 in your car, but with 8 cylinders. I think they even used the same windage tray in the crankcase as the 2.5L V6. It had that same IMRC box bolted to the front cam cover to open an extra set up butterfly valves at the base of the intake manifold just like other duratec V6's. Didn't make a lot of hp by today's standards, 235, but it would happily spin to 7000rpm and sounded very awesome doing so.

[@malcolmaston3547]

There is only one thing you can do Ben, in honour of the BTCC she needs to go on the track and claim her place on the tower of power. Top work again mate, keep it up

[@jaggass]

Mondeo ST24's are rare now and good ones are fetching decent money now. I liked them in blue

[@Chris-uu3cp]

Great video! Would love to see it fixed up! Thanks for sharing!

[@morph3ous75]

i had an f plate sierra saphire that had this exact problem the fuel shutoff was tripped and it was under the spare wheel in the boot reset it worked fine :)