New (used) car - Mondeo

Howard · 5 Jan 2017 at 07:37

What mileage is it on? It's a ~£250 job at a dealer so factor that in to your bargaining.

londonbairn · 5 Jan 2017 at 07:40

45k. Yeah that was I was thinking. I'm not sure it's a deal breaker as it seemed to be absolutely spot on. Plus after a lengthy chat on detailed history seems good

blueboy2001 · 5 Jan 2017 at 13:14

6 years is a long time for the oil to be left. It gets contaminated because all the clutch wear gets washed into the oil. There is a filter which is changed with the oil which helps, but at 45k it well over on both age and mileage. If its been used for lots of short trips in traffic, clutch wear will be higher than a car that's cruised along the motorway in 6th for hundreds of miles at a time.

Just bear in mind any repair to the gearbox on these will leave you with a four figure bill. A replacement mechatronic unit, which the oil flows through, is £1500 for the part alone. They are generally reliable but they work to very fine tolerances.

londonbairn · 6 Jan 2017 at 19:31

Yes, I got enough off to cover this. Just drove it back 200 miles. Very smooth and great to drive. Transmission was spot on. Great features as well. Some small (so minor) things to sort...

- TMC did not seem to be working, apparently something to do with pointing to the right fm station somewhere in the settings
- passenger side mirror glass struggled to move, think it's something to do with the mirror and how it is mounted as motor moves and the mirror folds no problem
- one of the remote battery had died, just replaced and works fine

Superb car, really happy. Pictures tomorrow

Taff · 6 Jan 2017 at 20:17

TMC didn't work on one year map update. Not sure which year it was. Howard probably knows as I think he bought the update and discovered TMC didn't work.

londonbairn · 6 Jan 2017 at 20:19

2014 has been applied to this one. Was thinking of updating too. What's the best price to pay for it?

londonbairn · 7 Jan 2017 at 09:40

Yes you're right. Since 2014 they removed the TMC licence, so to keep TMC you have to get a 2013 or before disk

[TW]Fox · 7 Jan 2017 at 09:44

londonbairn said:
Yes you're right. Since 2014 they removed the TMC licence, so to keep TMC you have to get a 2013 or before disk

So 2014 onwards Mondeos have no traffic reporting on the satnav?!

Howard · 7 Jan 2017 at 10:08

londonbairn said:
Yes you're right. Since 2014 they removed the TMC licence, so to keep TMC you have to get a 2013 or before disk

The 2014 and 2015 maps don't have the TMC license but the 2016 ones do. It seems like Ford listened to peoples' moans.

You can buy them from here: http://www.navmapstore.com/category/320

How old is your car? Prefacelift DVD nav: http://www.navmapstore.com/category/391/Ford_Mondeo_TravelPilot_NX_DVD

Facelift SD touchscreen nav: http://www.navmapstore.com/category/2377/Ford_Mondeo_MCA_SD_Navigation_Plus_Update

But it's probably worth waiting until February-ish as the 2017 maps should be along then.

You don't need to 'configure' TMC, it's broacast on Classic FM's frequencies (and others I think) so as long as you have reception, it should just work (once you've updated your map DVD).

Oh and pics, info etc of the new car.

londonbairn · 7 Jan 2017 at 10:43

Ah great, I will await 2017 if they do include TMC now.

Here are the dealer pics, car slightly dirty due to the journey back today.

It's registered June 2010, last owner tried many tyres and stuck with Vredestein Ultras. Condition wise it's superb, just the minor items above. The mirror I have fixed, but looks like it's very slightly dislodged (the main unit). Half tempted to buy another unit (130ish) as easy to fit but not worth the hassle.

The yellow icons if you are eagle eyed on the dash was the low outside temperature and low remote key battery

ETIS Spec

Code:

Primary Features
Build Date:	  05.05.2010
Vehicle Line:	  Mondeo 2007-2014
Body Style:	  5 Door Saloon
Version:	  Series 60
Engine:	  2.0L EcoBoost (200PS) - MI4
Transmission:	  6 Speed Powershift 6DCT450 - MPS6
Drive:	  RHD FWD
Emission:	  Stage V Emissions
Air Conditioning:	  Dual Zone Auto Temp Control A/C
Territory:	  (+)"GB"
Paint:	  Panther Black (Metallic)
Interior Fabric:	  Alcantara Platinum / Gen Red/Ebony

Minor Features
 Less Rear Mudflaps
 Less Front Mudflaps
 With Hill Launch Assist
 With Standard Liftgate
 (-) Version Packages
 Genk Plant Build
 Security Lock Group No.10
 Less Special Equipment Package
 Less Fleet Options
 Less Special Order Paint
 Full Dress Up RSO-Less Rr Spoiler 2
 S Edition SVP
 Less Safety Packs
 Enhanced Interact Vehicle Dynamics
 Less Tyre Repair Service Kit
 With Global Closing
 With Electric Rear Windows
 With Privacy Glass
 With Blue Glass Windscreen
 With Heated Windscreen
 With Console Ashtray
 Less Temp Controlled Glove Box
 With Monotone Instrument Panel
 Front Floor Carpet Mats
 Rear Floor Carpet Mats
 Less Sun Blinds
 With Level 5 Door Trim Panel
 Less Load Rest
 Less Rear Screen Sun Blinds
 Body Colour Surround/Mesh Insert
 Less Roof Rack
 Rocker Panel Moulding - VP
 With Rear Spoiler
 Electric Operated Rear View Mirror
 Dual Ext Mirror-P/Ht/Mem/Fold Back
 With Front 4 Way Headrest
 Less Special Front Seat Covers
 Less Special Rear Seat Covers
 Rear Centre Armrest With Stowage
 With Drivers Manual Lumbar Support
 With Passengers Man Lumbar Support
 With Drivers Heated And Cooled Seat
 With Pass Heated And Cooled Seat
 Less Rear Heated Seat
 Less Child Integrated Seat
 Drv Power Seat Adjust With Memory
 With Pass 8 Way Power Seat Adjuster
 Less Rear Seat Armrest Packs
 Less Trailer Coupling
 Body Coloured Exterior Door Handle
 With Leather Gear Shift Knob
 Power Door Dead Lock W/Elec Release
 Keyfree System
 With Keyless Entry System
 With Automatic Windscreen Wiper
 With Heated Washer Jet
 With Headlamp Washer
 Less Sun Roof
 Bumper Extension - Front-VP
 With Rear Bumper Skirt
 Air Curtain Restrnt LH
 Air Curtain Restrnt RH
 Inflatable Knee Bolsters - Driver
 With Side Air Bag - Drivers Side
 With Side Air Bag - Passenger Side
 Less Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
 Spare Wheel - Mini Steel
 With Tyre Pressure Sensors
 With Standard Rear Shock Absorbers
 18" Wheel - Style 2
 Limited Service Mini Spare Tyre
 Less Wheel Covers
 Locking Wheel Nuts
 With Sports Tuned Suspension
 Front Spring Load Class-Q
 Rear Spring Load Class-G
 With Dual Chrome Exhaust Extension
 With Brake Emergency Assist
 Less Skid Plates
 Sports Front Seat
 With Rear Duct / B-Pillar
 Less Air Purifier Sensor
 With 70 Litre Fuel Tank
 Less Gaseous Prep Pack
 Unique Met Finish Foot Pedals Pads
 Soft Feel Type Steering Wheel
 With Speed Control
 With Supplemental Air Heater
 Conventional Instruments - Level 3
 Navigation Data - Western Europe
 Thatcham Catergory 1 Alarm System
 With Rear Parking Aid
 With Front Parking Aid
 60 AH Battery
 Less Auxiliary Compact Disc Player
 BT/VC Phone Interface + USB Connect
 With Tri Band Antenna
 ICE-Nav High CD+AM/FM Radio
 With 8 High Series Radio Speakers
 Voice Activated Module - British
 Less Camera
 High Intensity Discharge Headlamp
 Less Daytime Running Lamps
 With Front Fog Lamps - VP
 With Footwell Lights
 With Submarine Lighting-Interior
 With 2nd Row Reading Lamps
 With Automatic Headlamp Levelling
 With Automatic Headlamp On/Off

gumpy321 · 7 Jan 2017 at 10:49

Very nice car.

Howard · 7 Jan 2017 at 11:39

Lovely. That's literally identical to mine, right down to the spec by the looks of it. How much did you pay?

londonbairn · 7 Jan 2017 at 11:41

7.7k. Was a fair bit cheaper than equivalents

Dav4 · 7 Jan 2017 at 16:18

Nice car OP

i was considering one of these as my next car but I just don't think I could spend 7.5k+ on a near 7 year old pre facelift Mondeo. Given that a normal 2009 2.0 150bhp Titanium X can be had for around 5k now the 2.0 ecoboost offered in the Sport is just not worth the far higher price tag for 200bhp IMO. Even though they offer a lot for the price being the sporty model they just seem lacking when comparing it to the ST220 in the mk3 range which felt abit more special at the time and stood out more to the other models.

blueboy2001 · 8 Jan 2017 at 08:50

Looks nice. No red stitching though - I thought that was standard?

If the TPMS sensors are still present check the valve stems for any sign of corrosion, and if there is any get them replaced. The stems can snap and leave you with a flat tyre.

Looks like that's been owned by someone on Talkford - there was a guy making the mod to put the LED's down by the foglights on there which this one appears to have.

Liquid_Entity · 8 Jan 2017 at 08:55

Love it in black, very nice.

Apart from the catacylsmic fail of the cam belt (due to garage negligence) my 08 Tit x 2.5T has been great for me in teh last 8 months. MOT due in march though so not looking forrward to what is wrong as I know rear arm bushes squeak like mad at moment

Lovely cars though. Smooth

Howard · 8 Jan 2017 at 09:29

blueboy2001 said:
Looks nice. No red stitching though - I thought that was standard?

If the TPMS sensors are still present check the valve stems for any sign of corrosion, and if there is any get them replaced. The stems can snap and leave you with a flat tyre.

Looks like that's been owned by someone on Talkford - there was a guy making the mod to put the LED's down by the foglights on there which this one appears to have.

Good spot on the LEDs! It does have red stitching, it looks like the camera hasn't captured it very well though.

Josh · 8 Jan 2017 at 09:47

Lovely looking Mondy, I've just done an insurance quote for a TitX Powershift near me.

Came in at £350 which was a suprise, I'm very tempted now.

[TW]Fox · 8 Jan 2017 at 10:14

£350 was a surprise?! It's a Mondeo not a 911 GT2

londonbairn · 8 Jan 2017 at 10:40

Yes, red stitching and there are LEDs added, good spot!

My insurance was 400 and that includes a non fault claim.