2001 Ford Mondeo Ghia X review from UK and Ireland
"Nearly a great car, shame about the dealers"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After 2000 miles, the electric drivers seat fell apart, Ford provided a Ford Ka as a replacement car for 3 weeks as they could not get a new seat. 6,000 miles on the new seat has gone exactly the same way.
The heater did not work from day 1, it took four visits to three different dealers to fix the problem.
A number of blemishes in the paint work have become apparent, bubbles have appeared on the roof, the front spoiler has paint missing. Ford have had the car a number of times for a number of reasons, each time I have told them about the paint issues and each time they have ignored it.
General comments?
In general the car is comfortable and well equipped, the 143 Bhp is welcome and the large 17 inch wheels enable decent handling. As ever with Ford it is the little things and the dealers which sour the experience. I will be going back to BMW for my next car, when spending over £20,000 for a car I like the dealers to treat you with a little respect.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 2 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9768 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 6th May, 2001 |