What's the BEST FAST FORD Mondeo? RANKED: Every Hot Mondeo ST24 ST200 ST220 Titanium Ghia

[@sh_gg155]

Glad to find you as was recommended to watch as i have run my amparo blue ST24 for 20 years as the family car / weekend warrior. Have garaged it since 2006 and bought at 2.5 years old with 17k miles, now has 106k and has been good economical motoring all these years. Gives 32 to the gallon and not afraid to run it hard on any long distance trips. 500 mile round trip to Devon is always a highlight. Its not perfect but has been the only car to reliably run the course of my imperfect driving. Though the tappets rattle a little at 2,500 rpm now it still has lots of comoression and will holds its own on the motorway. Great video of great cars, Fords are unbreakable! Thanks for listening Steve

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment Steve and for finding my Channel, it's great to know you enjoyed this video and I hope you watch a few of the others. Well done for keeping an ST24 for 20 years, you must have some lovely memories with it... it's now a member of the family! Thanks also for keeping an ST24 on the road as they are a real rarity now and a welcome sight at car shows. Thanks for watching, I hope to hear from you on other / future videos.

[@Allenpatch]

Another enjoyable video! The ST22O I found an incredible car....I would've notched it a bit higher 😂

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks as always for watching Allen, I am glad you enjoyed the video. It's a tough one as all Mondeo models are brilliant and I do agree that the ST220 is brilliant to drive. I've just always thought they should be a bit more exciting to drive, or faster. 🤷‍♂️ Thanks for watching and for the support.

[@Allenpatch]

@@cornishcarcollectors 30 more bhp would've been perfect. The ST200 and ST22O were also in Geoff Fox's scope under SVP.....the 220 wheels being his last program!

[@craigjarvis9489]

The 220, is a superb car in standard form, but De Cated, re maped and both rear silencers deleted and they are even better, go very well and sound awesome. 😉👍🏻. Into my 11th year of ownership now and still love driving it.

[@stevewall4589]

Fantastic video Andy. My daily run around for the family is an S-max Titanium X. Same setup and engine as the Mondeo and although its one of the more fun people carriers to drive it still does not have the same feel as a Fast Ford. Very economical and the most reliable car I've ever had though.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. It is good to know you enjoyed it, I appreciate you watching. I like the S-Max very much, particularly the high-spec’d models. As an MPV, I think they (and the Galaxy) are amongst the best; they have a real premium feel.

[@Paul_Davies77]

Good video, I just picked up a Mk3 2007 Ghia X 2.0 tdci 130 bhp and love it. Back around '95 my grandfather wanted to buy the 1.8 LX so Days aranged to get one in for a test ride. What showed up was the 2.5 V6 Ghia X. As lovely as it was how can you compare the two!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it really is great to know you enjoyed the video. I am a BIG fan of the 130bhp 2.0TDCi and actually have one myself - it'll be featured on my Channel later this year so please do subscribe and follow what happens with that car (it was my Dad's). Also, well done for buying one... they are great. As for your Grandfather, he had a nice Mondeo. 😎 Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@stevenking2946]

Had a mk1 2.5 v6 myself, ex unmarked police car, certainly felt quicker than the quoted time. Fords always make slight changes on there sporty versions, even the diesels, i Currently have a mk5 2.0 tdci 180bhp with the titanium x pack. Found out only last week that as it has the 19" wheels option, it also has the rare sports suspension fitted from factory which means its slightly lowered springs and uprated shocks, as well as uprated brakes. Ive owned the car 3 years.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Great to hear from previous owner of a Mk1 2.5 V6... I've never driven one and really fancy owning one at some point. Your Mk5 Mondeo sounds nice too - any car that hangs around for 3 years is a good car. 👍 Thanks for watching.

[@robsix1189]

all of them are brilliant cars , ive been driving them since the L reg mk1 ,

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, which I completely agree with - the Mondeo in every guise is brilliant. Well done on driving a Mondeo since ‘93. Thanks for watching.

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

Great video again. I didn't know there was a mk4 Mondeo with the Mazda 2.3 lump.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I thought the 2.3 Mondeo was fairly rare (short lived), so thought I’d feature it here on my Channel and did the “Hot Mondeo” feature around it… wasn’t sure it would work as a video, but turned out okay. 👍 Hope you agreed with my ranking.

[@reddogmick80]

Owned my mk4 2.5T 7yrs now spent a small fortune on it but still love it too and running 305bhp 376lb/tf it goes well for a big car

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and well done on owning and, from the sounds of it, really investing in your 2.5T (great, great car 👍). I hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

[@danielrussell446]

Hi Andy a great video as ever and hope you are keeping well Although I’ve never had a mondeo myself I have driven a few and agree they are lovely driving cars and so much fun much like many of the other fords of that time (love the focuses they are brilliant driving cars aren’t they) Two which stand out for me both of which I have driven are the ST24 and the Titanium X 2.5 (the Volvo engine) both were fantastic driving cars and in my view the titanium was a wolf in sheep’s clothing it could blooming shift The ST24 was an old fashioned sporting saloon and looked the part! Thanks for a great video all the best Daniel

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment as always Daniel, great to know you liked the video. Your "stand out" Mondeos are both excellent cars, with the 2.5T Titanium X being a real road sleeper. I also agree the Mk2 ST24 and ST200 retain the 'old skool' sporting saloon look, with the Mk3 a leap forward to a much more modern look thanks to Ford's 'New Edge' design brief. Thanks for watching... look forward to hearing from you on the next.

[@Puttipossu]

Mondeo is one of those cars that you know will accelerate, but you don't want to accelerate. Smoothness is everything. Especially diesel engines.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Mondeos truly are brilliant cars, petrols and diesels. I hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

[@fishgrimsby]

Nice video! ST220 and ST200 for me, though never been in a mk1. I'm not sure on the 0-60 figure you have for the ST220, it can do it in under 7 seconds but I think Ford's quoted figures were all over the place for some reason. I'd be interested to know which ones you think will be valued the most in the future. Keep up the good work!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I think the Mondeo STs are going to be valuable cars in the future, in particular the ST200 (I miss mine!). Thanks so much for watching. 👍

[@fishgrimsby]

@@cornishcarcollectors Have to say I agree re: the ST200, I think the fact Ford had the mk2 in the British Touring Car Championship is what ultimately does it. I walk past one every day, it's usually on axle stands having something done, but I'm really envious. I'd love to own one but feel I may have missed my chance!

[@chrishull4174]

Hi Andy In the 3rd generation there was the ST300 . Though I can't actually see what the difference was between that and the ST220 . I used to own a Mk2 v6 Ghia auto it was a fast car. In fact the most annoying thing about it wanted to go all the time, slightest touch of the throttle it was off ! . Completely different contrast to my focus st225 this has far more torque but you have to completely foot down and on boost for it to go .

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thank for the comment Chris, I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video. Never heard of an ST300... I'll do some research. As for your old Mk2 V6 Ghia, that will have been a lovely car and they have all pretty much disappeared which is sad.

[@timhaywood2282]

Great video I have got a titanium x sport 2.2 diesel 200bhp it’s been a great car for me

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it is great to know you enjoyed it. You've got a nice car - I really like the diesel Titanium X Sports, very handsome car and fast! I am certain it will continue to be a good car for you and keep driving it as long as you can because when it comes to replacing it I imagine you'll need to spend a lot more to buy a car the same (or worse!). Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@ianfrost3529]

Great video Andy. Just a query of your knowledge on the 2.3 Mondeo I thought they used the AISIN 6 speed automatic which is a torque converter transmission which is much more reliable then the powershift but more of a slushmatic

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment Ian and for the correction; you are quite correct… that’ll teach me for not doing my research! The 2.3 has Ford’s Durashift 6-tronic. 🙄 Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching. 👍

[@JohnnyPaton]

It might not be the quickest but my favourite is the ST24. Just a great looking car.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment Johnny. I must agree with you on how good the ST24 looks… a brilliant car. 😎 There’s no real out-and-out best Mondeo, because they are all great and people will have a preference. Hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

[@Lafoudre81]

Hello, I own a Ford Mondeo 2.5 v6 Break from 2001 in France since 2020, I am the 2nd owner. For my part, I'm happy with it and I won't hide the fact that if I can keep it as long as possible I would...

[@danielmackintosh6080]

Having owned 5 Mondeos I loved the ST220. I had it 6 years and pulled better than most cars. Miss it to this day. Also had the st24 & 200.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your Mondeo history. The Mondeo in each ST guise is brilliant (even the ST155 diesel). Hope you enjoyed the video and it brought back some fond memories. Thanks for watching.

[@andrewread9556]

I remember you coming car shopping with me when we were just youngsters and you very nearly got tempted by an ST220 that would have broke the bank in those days. You weren’t even looking, but wanted it!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

I remember that too mate and actually told that story the other day. It was a W-reg ST200 Mondeo for over £15K and I loved it! I did get to own one (eventually) and sold if a few years ago... one day the ST200 will be £15K again! Thanks for the comment dude. 👍

[@grahamtotalfordescortgroup]

I own a mk2 mondeo ghia x estate 2.5 v6 it's a awesome car but must say I've owned two mk2 ghia x mondeo 2.5s and there just iconic

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I'm a BIG fan of the Mk2 Mondeo and a Ghia X Estate is a great car; well done for owning and keeping it. Hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

[@Sid3300]

I have a soft spot for Mondeos, my Grandad had a MK3 Diesel estate for as long as I could remember. My mum also had a Mondeo as well, it was a MK1 Verona, unfortunately, it was in a crash. I have promised myself a Mondeo in the near future, either an ST220, STDCI, or an ST200. Maybe an ST24 if I can find a nice one with minimal rust but that might be hard.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thank you for the comment and for sharing your Mondeo history - I hope you get one at some point, you certainly will not be disappointed. As for the ST200, mine will be going in for restoration at the end of the year and I'll feature it here on my Channel so please do consider subscribing. Also, I have a 130bhp 2.0 TDCi (Mk3) which I'll soon be returning to the road - lots of Mondeo content to come. Thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@thatpeskyswan]

Great video I just can't get over the power shift gearbox it's the worst thing ford ever dreamed up, I see nothing but problems with them from working in a garage , I can only daily drive an auto now and the power shift is the one reason I didn't buy a Mondeo! It was a gorgeous 2.2L tdci Titanium X sport 2013 model year, really good looking cars! My dad used have a 2008 zetec model as a courtesy car, I and all our customers loved it!

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it is great to know you enjoyed the video. 👍 The PowerShift is a bit of a 'slushbox' and does let the cars down a little in stifling performance and reliability issues. I actually made a mistake in the video as I now believe the 2.3 Mondeo has the Durashift 6-tronic, which might be better? 🤷‍♂️ Thanks for watching, I appreciate you taking the time.

[@henstridge100]

I had a Mondeo ST24 and ST220 wish I never sold them lucky my brother bought my ST220 and I still get to drive it. my dad still has his Mondeo. Mk1 SI they are lovely cars

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - nice to have an ST24 and ST220 in your car history, and to still have access to the ST220. Hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching. 👍

[@barrycrosby8602]

Mk3 mondeo st, the best mondeo and one of the best cars Ford ever made

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The Mk3 Mondeo ST220 is a fantastic car and fast disappearing from our roads, which is sad. Thank you for taking the time to watch my video, I appreciate it.

[@phil7301]

Wasn't there a 24v SI Mondeo? My mate had one and it was an animal. Great video 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, great to know you enjoyed the video. There was indeed a 24v Si (and a 2.0 4x4), both fab. Hope you agree with some of my league table of Mondeos! Thanks for watching.

[@19blox]

Good choice. I had a mk2 2.5Si. Basically an st24 without the badges. Could outrun most others back in the day. Great fun but boy it loved petrol😆

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it is always good to hear from someone who agrees with my choice! 🤣 Nice also to have a 2.5 Si in your car history. Thanks for watching.

[@TheVeiledSecret]

Hello Andy Firstly another brilliant video i really enjoyed it and if im honest il have to agree yet disagree ... Ok yes i agree the Mk1 V6 24v was the first and set the standard that really gave the like of the Jags Beamers and Mercs a run for there money and that engine was a dream. Sadly so many went on to company car route and sinply used abused thrashed to high miles destruction but in all honesty a brilliant car. But disagree on it the best as that for me is the ST200 .. ok a bit biased has i had one for 6 months and wow what a car (apart from the fuel consumption if you had a heavy right foot) .. but what many people dont know is the ST200 boot model is a very limited production car of only 300 ever made and it so rare to see a mint example now. Well for me only Mondeo was the one i used to own M648 UJN a black Mk1 2.0si that was onw of the very few (only 7 done) by Power Engineering back in 1997 and it had the full Zetec Turbo conversion inc 5th injector. The conversion was £5700 and it produced 205 bhp and 250 ib torque . I won Ford fair concours 1998 99 00 and it was featured in the Fast Ford Mag and in the Ford Fair 1998 video which you can find it on you tube so take a look mate. As like Dave Power said (of Power Engineering) it was the Mondeo Ford should of made themselves but never did. Take care Andy catch up on the next video Nigel 😎

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment Nigel. It's great to hear from you and thanks for watching this video, I am glad you enjoyed it. The ST200 is probably my joint favourite; I too loved owning mine and would have it back in a heartbeat. As for the turbo'd Mondeo Si... wow! I've never seen one; must have been fantastic! As you say, Ford could have (and should have) made a Cosworth type equivalent Mondeo in the Mk1, particularly given the touring car prowess. Sounds to me you owned as close to a 'Mondeo Cosworth' as had ever been. 👍 Thanks again for watching, I appreciate the support.

[@CarzwithJC_]

Brilliant Video mate 👏 👍 😊

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment Joe, I appreciate you watching. Glad you enjoyed it... did you agree with the top 3? Thanks for watching. 👍

[@CarzwithJC_]

​@cornishcarcollectors I agree the MK1 Modeo was a beautiful car ! It's definitely worthy of first place 🙌 🏆

[@keithgale2596]

My Mondeo Estate (Titanium X) has been by far the best car I have had. Economical (diesel), 100% reliable, spacious and comfortable. I know that we when will come to replace it, will will have to pay far more for a car that is worse! In the meanwhile, we will keep it going and service it regularly.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, sounds to me you have a very nice car. I agree completely that when it comes to replacing it you will need to spend a fair bit more for a for a car that's the same or worse. I hope you enjoyed the video, thanks so much for watching.

[@johnbevan7157]

Personally the Mondeo MK1 with the RS bumper overlay body kit with the front wheel arch extensions was the best looking. Also the V6 was the best 😎, this is very rare sight now.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment John. It appears we are agreed the early 'hot' Mondeos are the best, albeit difficult to choose given that all Mondeos are brilliant. Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@PlAyEr-qk6uj]

Mondeo mk3 2.2 TDCI titanium 155ch... I have it and i love it ❤️❤️💪👍

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The Mk3 2.2TDCi is a great car - keep driving and enjoying it. Thanks for watching.

[@fasthracing]

We had an 11 plate Titanium X Sport 240. Quite a rare thing as most of them were I think 210. Was a decent thing did 90000 miles in it.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - you had a nice car there, which sounds like it would a good servant to you covering 90K miles. Thanks for watching the video, I hope you enjoyed it.

[@fasthracing]

Yes its was decent.It was fully loaded with things such as heated and even cooled seats! Got rid of it when it started pinking due to carbon build up. Thats direct injection for you.@@cornishcarcollectors

[@chriswalford9228]

What's the 5 speed auto box like on a 2004 mk3? I assume the powershift was much later

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I do not have much experience with auto-boxes on Mk3 Mondeos, so hoping someone in the comments will answer. Thank you for watching.

[@Glenn1503..]

I own a 12 plate mk4 titanium x sport 2.2tdci..its about 200 bhp standard. Its been remapped and the dpf has disappeared. Its bloody quick for a diesel. I love it and it will upset people in there 30k bmws,audis and mercs.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, your Mondeo sounds awesome. I think the Mk4 Titanium X Sport is a cracking looking car, better is pretty much every way when compared the the BMW / Audi / Merc equivalents. Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@JohnmartinSimpkins]

A 2010 to 2014 is 195 bhp. Mondeo titanium X SPORT.? I THINK your car is 220 if been map.?

[@Glenn1503..]

Well it says the 2.2tdci.s in the Ford mondeo sales brochure is 200 bhp. And the maps I've seen take them up to 235.. I'm not really bothered what bhp is,.all I know is it's bloody quick now for what it is.

[@Hezza142]

I've just bought a titanium x 2.0 looking to clean and do it up , also found out the titanium was in a james bond film

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I hope you are enjoying your Mondeo... 2.0ltr Titanium X is a great choice and yes, the Mk4 Mondeo did indeed appear in Casino Royale. Thanks for watching the video.

[@M55TRT]

My opinion for best mondeo's by generation Mk1 2.5 ghia X Mk2 ST24 estste Mk3 ST TDCi Mk4 2.2 TDCi TXS I dont really know much about the newer generations before they stopped making them. I own a 2009 TXS TDCi. Bloody lovely car, had him 10 years call him Monty. I do love me a mondeo ☺️

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks so much for the comment and for sharing your top Mondeos... good choices and it looks like you have a nice TXS yourself (very nice indeed). I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video.

[@coopers4491]

I've got the mk4 230 ps ecoboost ,great car with the auto box .......👍👍👍👍👍

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for subscribing, I really appreciate it. Th Mk4 Ecoboost is a great car... to be honest, it was difficult to rank the Mondeos because they are all really good cars and punching well above their weight when compared with the 'premium' brands from Germany, etc. Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy following my Channel.

[@hoojchoons2258]

I had a Mk1 V6 with the RS kit. My ST220 was much quicker but I just loved the Mk1! The brakes felt better, I preferred the heavier feel to it all. I've still got the 220, only 30k miles.....

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. A Mk1 V6 with the RS options body kit... wow, what a lovely car! Also, your low mileage ST220 will be a fantastic car, two brilliant Mondeos. I do not blame you for keeping hold of the ST220 as they're great and will be climbing in value with that mileage. Thanks for taking the time to watch my video.

[@hoojchoons2258]

Sadly rust killed the MK1. I sold it to someone who had planned to fix it, but there was too much rot. I owned that car for 22 years. I Still miss it 😢

[@piclife1178]

I have had 5 petrol Mondeos over the last 20 years. One MK2, three MK3 and currently on an 2.0 Ecoboost MK4. The ST24 I had was no where near as good as the 2.5 MK3 I had with the same engine. The MK3 was really the best driving of the lot with super precise steering and great handling. The MK4 feels like a big bloated boat to drive when compared to the MK3 and I have never liked it as much as the MK3.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for your comment and for sharing your thoughts on the different Mondeo Marks. The Mk3 is a lovely driving car, not to mention massive! I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@paulheath233]

Good video, although both ST200 and ST220 also came in saloon bodystyle not just hatchback and estate 👍 Currently own a 2002 ST220 saloon

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it’s great to know you enjoyed the video. 👍 I did neglect to mention both saloon models, but included some photos of the saloon models to ensure I included them. I’ve always liked the saloon; well done for owning and keeping one on the road. It’s a rare and likely valuable car in the future. Thanks for watching.

[@zzhughesd]

For sure. Bit of an error in video. The 2.3 Mazda engine. Is it the non DISi 2.3 that goes in the MPSs???

[@MrAdamovichvv]

1.8, 2.0, 2.3, 2.5 it's all one family

[@deebee3466]

What about a MK4 Mondeo 2.5T Titanium X 'Sport', in a very rare Colorado Red with full Sport body kit?

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I do not think I have seen a 2.5T Titanium X in red. I bet that looks great. Thanks for watching.

[@paulm4541]

61plate 2.0tdci 163 titanium Mondeo estate in Moonstone grey metallic. Great family car when i had it.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and nice car, the 163 TDCi is a great driving car. Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@tonywheelybarrow]

Did the titanium x 2.5 Duratec come as an estate to?

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I hope you enjoyed the video. Yep, Ford did make a Mk4 Titanium X 2.5 Estate - I owned one a couple of years back and there is a photo of it in the video. Thanks for watching.

[@gocarts7180]

What about a mk1 mondeo Si 2 litre petrol ? was a lovely car when it came out

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The Mk1 Si Saloon is a cracking car, particularly in Citrine Yellow. Thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@gocarts7180]

Had a power shift gearbox in my 2011 2.0tdci galaxy, had it serviced at correct intervals and still started to slip and was going to cost £4000 - £5000 to repair / replace. Lost all faith in automatic cars after that . Safe to say that the car was px’d to a main dealer a few weeks after that 😂

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and sorry to learn you had issues with your Powershift - it seems this gearbox was a real dark patch in Ford's history. I actually made a mistake in the video, as the 2.3 Mondeo has the Durashift 6-tronic gearbox which has proven more reliable. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@JohnmartinSimpkins]

Hi.. I am the mondeo man I have had mk2 mk3 st 220. Mk4 titanium x SPORT.. NOWi have the mk5 st.. I think this man is set on the likes if old ford is the best and the fastest. NOW M4 titanium X SPORT 14 plate at 195 BHP is more powerful than the mk 5 st at 180BHP I diesel own that car now . In my opinion the mk4 was the stared of the best drive with uprated bigger shassis better Quality all round. The petrol ecoboost is unreasonable zetec 20 LTR very reasonable. I had 4 ..but my favourite mondeo is now mk5 white glass roof LED headlight diesel great on fuel powerful at 220 BHP.. also great to drive.. 👍 . The Indian new mondeo 2024. Is a greater. My favourite old mondeo was the mk2 st200 . People think diesel are slower but not ture the st 220 was 215 BHP 30Ltr V6 die was 155BHP my car 220 diesel if petrol we be 3.5 v6 about.. the ford fusion 2.7 twin turbos v6. Is the fastest I think.!😅

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, you seem to have certainly experienced most Mondeos... and I can understand why as they are great cars. Thanks for the comment.

[@focus3415]

My father had a mk1 2.5 24 valve mondeo in silver and it was fast 🚙

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Sounds to me your Dad had a good car. 😎 Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@MrChunkymunky1988]

I have a 2011 mondeo estate 2.0d titanium x sport as the sensible daily and a mk2 focus st as the toy which shares the engine with the mondeo. I love the focus engine but its way to thirsty for me to daily drive but the mondeo is perfect, tons of space, heated and cooled seats... I never want to sell it :)

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - you've got two lovely Fords there! I completely agree with you about the Mondeo, it's all the car anyone could ever need and to buy the same (or worse) one day to replace it will cost loads more money. Keep enjoying your cars and thanks for watching.

[@jamiemccall1859]

Great video that, im a huge mondeo fan, would love a st200 or a mk1 v6! Currently driving a mk4 2.2 titanium x sport, shes a pre facelift car so only 175hp but still faster than that 2.3 auto. Owned a couple of quick deisel ST's as well but i agree with you, the fast fords were always petrol, so no matter how fast my deseils are they will never be a true hot mondeo.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment Jamie, it is great to know you enjoyed the video. 👍 You’ve got yourself a nice car there. I drove the 2.2 Titanium X Sport a few years back and thought it was excellent. A properly good looking car too. 😎 If you like your 6-cylinder Mondeos then be sure to stay tuned to my Channel as I’ve a new car coming soon that you might like. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@John-rs3ib]

What about the mk3 pre st model 2 litre ghia petrol 😢 I've owned mine for 10yrs its still immaculate log book says it's silver but it's more champagne gold to me ive owned the mk3 ghia x with the duratec engine

[@jamiewood4626]

Do you still own the st200 ? I had one myself self but sold it to a chap a fair few years back for a sum of £300 😩 I’m not 100% but the reg seems very familiar

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. Sadly, I too sold mine a few years back - I bought it with a broken gearbox and replaced it, then ran the car for a few months before selling it on. Wish I’d kept it! Hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

[@markpaul1154]

The St TDCI estate, why leave it out, its a quick car and nearly double the MPG of the petrol.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - ST TDCi is brilliant, I really like it, I just featured the petrols in this video. Thank you for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@andygriffiths5902]

It's just my opinion but i think any mondeo in st guise in good nick is a ticking time bomb value wise

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, which I completely agree with. The Mondeo ST24, 200 and 220 (and the diesel ST) will all be valuable cars in the future as only a few survive and they’re brilliant. Thanks for watching.

[@philiprush3745]

Still waiting on the sapphire cosy

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for your patience Phil; I’m busting to get the car back but at this rate I’ll need to do an update from the garage where it’s currently being worked on. I’ll put someone on the Channel as soon as I can.

[@robinj5]

Are you sure the 2.3 was a power shift?

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - you are quite correct to call me out on the PowerShift not being fitted to the 2.3, it had the AISIN 6 speed auto which was more reliable than the PowerShift. I hope you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching. 👍

[@LordInter]

I just think the fast diesel mondeos are too good to overlook, that 2.2ltr titanium is incredible 😢

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The diesel Mondeos are indeed excellent cars - smooth, powerful and economical cruisers. I did not include them in this Hot Mondeo feature, but as I said in the video I like all Mondeos and it's a real shame Ford cancelled the model. Thank you for watching.

[@philiprush3745]

Never a great lover of the mondeo mk5 cortina for me plus the 2,3 two door ghia couldn't beat them

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for your comment. I know there are Ford fans out there for who the Mondeo fell short when compared with the Sierra and Cortina. I’ve never owned a Cortina and always wanted to… maybe one day. Thanks for watching.

[@thomasjones2274]

Find it confusing that the ST220 is moaned about for been too luxury but in the next breath the 2.5t is praised for been a luxury car...

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I think it’s the ST badge on the ST220 that sets the ‘sporty, hot hatch’ expectation and it under slightly delivers. Don’t get me wrong, I think the ST220 are excellent cars… comfortable, smooth, powerful and effortless. The 2.5T is the Titanium X trim and isn’t claiming to be a hot hatch, so luxury is more in keeping with the badge. I think all Mondeos are great, I just tried to rank them for the purpose of the video. Thanks for watching.

[@dunkhoughton175]

Nooo bad choice I’ve owned all the mondeos in yr said discussion I don’t agree with the rating of the ST 220 in my opinion they’re up at the top I do agree with the 2.5 T Volvo powered ones but yea I’ve owned 3 mk 1 ‘s ghia and ghia x 1 was auto 1was Manuel owned 7 st 24’s had 11 st200’s all models saloon , hatch and estate but hands down the mk3’s are by far the best i currently own (2) ST 220 estates (1) of them is a rare infra red (1) of 1 only made and a rare ink blue one but yea goid vid again but don’t agree with you on that m8

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your thoughts. I knew some would disagree with me and that’s okay, because if we’re honest there isn’t a bad Mondeo… they are all brilliant. I really like the ST220 (and the Mk3), I just couldn’t put it at the top of my list however I know it will top many other people’s lists. 👍 Sounds like you have some nice cars; well done for keeping them as they’re already a rare sight. 👍 Thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed the video.

[@dunkhoughton175]

@@cornishcarcollectors love all yr collection m8 I’ve owned/maintained many cosworths over the last 35 years became a bit of an expert with them had 16 saph cosworths ( only 1 4x4) tho couple of 3 four ones and an escort cosworth owner over 50 mk1- mk6 escort RS’s loads n loads of RS turbis’s ( over 25) of them had err quite a fue harriers and Mexico’s , had 8 mi2 RS 2000’s ( 2 flat fronts) but my all time favourite RS has to be the mk3 RS 1600 I had 11 of them had every colour apart from caspian blue currently also own the same as you I gave an absolute mint 88 k Colorado red ST focus but mine is a ST2 , like you I didn’t want the leather I’ve gone slightly the other way to you I’ve modified mine a bit but not stupidly still retain the standard spoilers etc etc like yours mine had the front grille trevved up so I’ve replaced all with standard items but I have painted them Ford magnum grey and the front , rear fog light surrounds are done satin black thayve been stripped back and finished again in ford magnum grey with stratos silver trims living yr channel m8 keep it up 👍👍 my last cossie was a rare crystal blue one that I fitted all new doors boot floor rear chassis section and rear quarters I bare metaled it ( acid bath ) then painted it at ford in genuine solvent based crystal blue I regretfully sold it and it now lives in Australia nice motor making 532 .2 Bhp ( haltek hub dyno) nice motor that but yea keep it up m8

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Wow, fantastic car history @@dunkhoughton175 Nice to know of another Colorado Red ST being cared for too! Stay tuned and look forward to hearing from you again on future videos. 👍

[@dunkhoughton175]

@@cornishcarcollectors can’t wait to see more on the Colorado red st and love the back seat I’m jealous lol keep it up m8 👍👍

[@deebee3466]

Mondeo 2.0Si saloon in Citrine Yellow?

[@cornishcarcollectors]

I love the Citrine Yellow cars, but believe they were only made as 2.0ltr Si Mondeos... not the 2.5, so they did not make my list. I think the yellow ones look awesome though. Thanks for watching.

[@zzhughesd]

Mondago Mondingler. They’ve been great , end of.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - I couldn't put it better myself.

[@thelonelyhunter942]

I drive a platinum mk3 1.8 125 HP Saloon 2006

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, great to hear from a Mondeo owner. 👍 I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@bensmithkent22]

Good old ford sticking with 4 pin alloys on the st200. Shocking. Vectra gsi had 5.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@lewis72]

4:06 That doesn't look like the 2.8 Sierra. Looks like a 4-cylinder Ghia with the wrong wheel trims !

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I struggled to find a decent picture of a 2.8 Sierra and eventually chose that because it is listed as a 2.8 in the description… like you though, I’m not convinced! 🤔 Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@lewis72]

@@cornishcarcollectors commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:1988_Ford_Sierra_Ghia_4X4_Estate_2.8_Front.jpg

[@lewis72]

@@cornishcarcollectors I don't share quite the same love for the Mondeo as you do... I think that they're great cars but don't think that straight-line performance is what makes a good one. IMO, a Mk3 2.0 Ghia estate would probably be the one I'd want. Maybe the V6 or ST220 version but those V6 engines get through a lot of fuel for a car that isn't _that_ fast. I seemingly get better economy from my 3-litre petrol manual 5 Series !

[@benjipage53]

You forgot the mk3 3.0 zetec s

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I love the Zetec-S Mondeos and almost bought a Mk2 once, in fact I have the brochure somewhere as I was so certain I was going to buy it. Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@Jeffrey_M]

I find with the Mk4 Mondeo there is no real middle ground. They only look good in a Titanium X spec and in a light colour like the cars in the video. Most of the ones left are battered nowadays. The Mk1 could look classy with the nice hubcaps they fitted them with. Moving forward to the Mk5 Mondeo. The steering and handling were a lot more ordinary. It did not have the previous RPJ magic. It did look very well though.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your thoughts on the different Mondeo marks. I agree with much of what you have written, the Mk4 looks great in the higher spec models, the Mk5 is handsome but driving experience is very 'modern', and the Mk1 looks great with the right wheel option - I think the Mk1 has aged really well. Hope you enjoyed the video and thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@Jeffrey_M]

@@cornishcarcollectors I certainly did. It was good content. Thanks.

[@goosegarage78]

you can buy diesel mondeos and unturboed duratecs ten a penny but the fastest mondeos outside the UK is just the standard ecoboost. 2.3/2.5 are private imports. any car in ford (NZ only colour: cobalt blue) is a rare ford. why? it was chosen by (ex BTCC champion Paul Radisich) to go on his special edition ford telstar (mazda 626 rebadge) and ford NZ used it on their mondeos (less so the falcons) after that including MINE.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and the information, very interesting. 👍 Thanks also for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@josephmarsh8235]

I think Ford was stupid to dit h the Mondeo. Its my favourite car, whetger a saloon, hatchback or estate. I own one, and im a Mondeo man! I wish Ford would bring it back

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, I hope you enjoyed the video. Diminishing sales of the Mondeo put the final nail in the coffin, which is crazy really as BMW, Audi, Mercedes and the like continue to sell large cars successfully and the Mondeo is equally as good (if not better, if you ask me!). Thanks you for watching.

[@Steve-gc5nt]

Mk1 aside the Mondeo wasn't really Ford's finest hour imo. The quality and reliability was lacking compared to rivals. I had one as a work car and came to hate it.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment, it is great to have different points of view. I've always thought the build quality to be pretty good and the Mondeo ahead of most of its direct rivals, but I suppose if you are comparing to the Audi / Mercedes / BMW equivalents then there is an argument these could be better. Thanks for watching.

[@sugoidessho]

Easily the ST220 - especially the later facelift version 2005-2007, if a low-mileage, well taken care of example and not a clappped-out banger ready for the scrap heap. Why? The way it drives, looks and sounds. They are just cool. Take a look at another YT video by a guy called Andriano with the title "Ford Mondeo ST220 | The best Ford Mondeo ST 2004 3.0 V6 | 4K" and you'll see why. And I wouldn't call it a luxury car. The Mk 4 Mondeos look too bloated. Ford got the design of the Mk 3 ST220 just right and from every angle.

[@mmaurycy1]

Mały błąd MK3 ST220 ma 226KM

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for watching and well done on your ST220 - very nice car.

[@420somewhereG]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🚘

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for watching. 👍

[@nwoerad3806]

I'm sorry,but the st220 would suit over them all.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your opinion. The ST220 is brilliant, as are all of them, but for me the ST200 has a more special feel to it and the Mk1… well, it’s just special. Thanks for watching my video, I appreciate it. Hope you stay tuned.

[@zzhughesd]

Powershift does an ok good enough job. Whilst it works. I avoid it like plague as a motor trader maximise profit de risking !!!! Just manual please. To sell on.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. I believe I may have made a mistake in the video - the 2.3 Mondeo May have come with the Durashift 6-tronic and not the PowerShift. Someone wiser than me will let me know in the comments. Thanks for watching.

[@levichance]

@@cornishcarcollectors You'd be correct with the Durashift. All of the diesels were paired with the infamous 'Powershift' transmission, which to this day continues to sadly diminish the reputation of the entire mondeo range. Few people realise that the 2.3 Duratec motors are actually from Mazda, and are only paired with the 6-Speed Durashift (Aisin) gearbox, which is basically just a traditional torque converter setup and is not built in house by Ford. Proven to be a strong and reliable unit alongside the 6-speed getrag in the 2.5's!

[@simon_1987]

Probably don't know how to drive. The 220 has a lot of poke if you keep the revs up

[@craighorton6387]

You seem to be wearing the wrong top 😂

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Hi! Thanks for the comment and for noticing the MG coat... it was a colder day than I was expecting so grabbed the only coat I had with me! 🤣 Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed the video.

[@anticat900]

The ST 220 was the best, the last gen Mondeo was just too big and fat

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment and for sharing your thoughts on the best Mondeo, the ST220 is a beauty! I appreciate you watching my video.

[@tommullen2958]

They're not even that fast, the fastest one is 7.3 seconds 0-60, my VRS Skoda is 6.6

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment. The 0-60 time might not be mind-bending, but they drive effortlessly and feel quick... bloomin' good cars these Mondeos. 😎 Thanks for taking the time to watch and enjoy your Skoda VRS.

[@nwoerad3806]

It's not a mazda engine ,all zetecs where designed by yamaha.

[@levichance]

The 2.3 is the L series engine from Mazda. This engine was introduced in 2007 and was discontinued after 2010, and then was succeeded by Ford's ecoboost engines the following year in 2011.

[@cornishcarcollectors]

Thanks for the comment - the 2.3ltr is a Mazda derived engine. Zetec became a trim level as much as an engine in the Ford range. Thanks for watching.