Test Drive Ford Mondeo Sedan since 2010 Sedan
$6000
Inexpensive, nonsense, not burdened by large expenditures, not much of interest to hijackers and at the same time good and practical. All this is Ford Mondeo. More precisely, its first generation. Which saw the light in 1993 and was produced until the fall of 1996. The project of the World Car (which was reflected in his name, from French La Monde - the world) was developed for almost 8 years, and in general, about $ 6 billion was spent on it. The first car rolled out from the gate of the plant in Cologne on November 23, 1993, And all of them were sold over 2.5 million pieces. Sedan, hatchback and wagon appeared almost simultaneously. At first they were completed with three types of gasoline four-cylinder two-level 16-valve engines of the Zetec series with a volume of 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 liters and a 1.8-liter tubeel. In 1994, the 2,5-liter 24-valve six duratec was joined to the motors family. Diesel on our secondary market is a rarity, and 1,6-liter, by a general opinion, is weak for this machine. As for the 2.5-liter, it should be borne in mind that with all its merits, parts and service will cost two times more expensive. The most common and optimal possibilities of 1,8 and 2-liter gasoline engines.
EARTH'S CRUST. When evaluating the body's condition, you should pay attention to the windshield. Compare marks on it and on other glasses. Longitudinal cracks at the bottom of the glass should alert. According to our consultant Sergey Nemtsova, the windshield in Mondeo partly plays the role of the carrier element, and on what it is how it is properly installed in the opening, the rigidity of the body depends. Conversely, the integrity of the glass depends on the geometry of the body. If the windshield has an electrical heating (a mesh of the finest steel strings), then the cracks on it will allow you to discuss a discount on the amount of about $ 400 with the seller. The problem of almost any hatchback and a car - a shedding loop of the fifth door. The creak appearing after a small ride by irregularities will, most likely, about the upcoming costs in the amount of about $ 150 to replace these parts.
Surface layers. Now we will sit in the car and start the engine. When you turn on the ignition, all control lamps should shine. While the engine warms up, we will examine the internal equipment, turning focus on power windows and electric drives, if there are. Plastic gear gear gears tend to quickly wear out what the characteristic crunch will report. It is treated only by replacement, and this will cost about $ 150--170, not counting the cost of work. We also check the wipers. The subwoofer is one of the weak points of this Mondeo. If you have seats, the inclusion indication on the buttons should be lit. If this does not happen - heating does not work. Then check the ventilation work. If only in the extreme, 4th position, we install $ 50--60 for repairs. The intensity of the air flow can be judged on the presence and state of the intra-alone air filter. The thing is inexpensive, about $ 20 per filter and $ 9 for replacement, but the consequences of its obstruction can be sad - the fan motor will be almost an order of magnitude more expensive. If the machine is equipped with a double locking of door locks, then it is necessary to check their performance, since the repair of this device only on the same door can pour into a loss of $ 60 to $ 200. To check, you need to turn the key first in the direction of unlocking, and then locked the doors. All doors must be blocked.
Hidden cavities. When the engine is idling at idle, the tachometer arrow should stand on one mark, and when attaching and acceleration there should be no failures and jerks. Unstable idling - the first and main sign of malfunction in the motor. And here, as lucky - the range of possible losses is very wide, from replacing candles to the engine overhaul. That is, about $ 20 to $ 4000. Relatively accurately determine the essence of the problem can only be diagnosed with specialists - from $ 25 to about $ 180, depending on its volume. Transmitted on the body a knock out from under the engine compartment with a sharp touch forward or backward means that the rear engine support is inoperable (about $ 100 with work). Or is worn out the so-called lens (connecting ring) of the exhaust system (approximately $ 65 with work). In a car with mechanics, a large force on the clutch pedal will mean the need for its immersion. That is, $ 270 for the original kit and about $ 150 for work. If the Kutis gear moves with difficulty, then keep in mind that repairs will cost about $ 100. The problem also is that it is necessary to search for Repair Kit or wait for the ordered. The machine is checked in the most traditional way, for the presence of jerks and slippages when switching, as well as by the condition of oil. Actually, the PPC in Mondeo is very lively, but if there are signs of strong wear, then we do not recommend contacting such a car - repairing someone. Now you will twist the steering wheel. Noticeable pump noise GUR in all positions - there is a signal of about $ 500 per pump itself and installation work. Other stuffs-backlash in the steering can have double consequences. From about $ 200 for bearings and steering column cardan to $ 1000 per steering mechanism assembly. Being in the steering wheel when braking with relatively high speeds will mean the need to replace the brake discs, and the ABS without blocking the ABS - one or more sensors. The repair of the latter does not talk about the repair, since the masses have not been able to extract this sensor from their nests intact it is possible - $ 130--140 per piece. As for the knocks in the suspension, if they manifest themselves, we advise you to go to the diagnosis. Since anything can be: from relatively inexpensive replacement of consumables and silent blocks to very expensive shock absorbers or also non-replaced transverse stability stabilizers.
Earth core. So, we ride. Now open the hood and see what is happening there. First, check all aluminum tubes, especially in the front of the engine compartment, at the radiator. They have the property of corroded and peat, especially in those places where clamps are captured. Let's look at the state of the steering mechanism and Slots. Oversights and cracks are unacceptable on them. Best of all, of course, call the lift. Bottom is better visible. Especially all sorts of leaks. For example, noticeable oil moisturizing in the place of the jack of the engine and the checkpoint will report about the leaks of the rear seal of the engine, and this is about $ 150, of which the lion's share will work.
The sawing sound from the drive belt, songs or hopes in the pump, whistle in the generator or chirping of hydrocompensators, clearly distinguishable on the heated engine, can be a subject to discuss discounts in the amount of $ 150 and higher. Although in this case it is better to visit specialists. The latter is especially true if the car is equipped with air conditioning.
In conclusion, I would like to note that the used Ford in general, and Mondeo in particular could hardly be attributed to very burdensome foreign cars. The above prices demonstrate the numbers close to the upper order - on original spare parts and qualified specialized service. And along with him, there are many small workshops and craftsmen specializing in Fordah, as well as a wide range of non-original, but not the worst parts of the spare parts. And finally, if you decide to buy this car, we advise you to read the number on the engine. It is located on the front of the motor, on the left in the course, close to the connection with the box. The digits destroyed by corrosion will inevitably cause a serious headache when registering.
Text Andrei Timofeev, photo Alexey Ilyin
We thank the technical centers Premok, (095) 370-3310, and Yu.S. Impex, (095) 900-1010, for technical advice.
Ford Mondeo 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.5 1,8st
Working volume (cube. Cm) 1597 1796 1988 2544 1753
Power (hp) 88 116 136 170 90
Maximum speed (km / h) 180 195 209 225 181
Acceleration to 100 km / h (sec.) 13.7 11.1 9.7 8.5 13.7
Fuel consumption (city / highway, l per 100 km) 10.5 / 6 11 / 5.8 11.6 / 6.3 12,5 / 6.7 7.4 / 4.6
Prices for a / m Ford Mondeo in Moscow (for August 2001)
Year of release Price
1993 $ 3.3--6.8 thousand
$ 1994 4--6.5 thousand
1995 $ 4.2--7.7 thousand
1996 $ 6--8.5 thousand
Prices for consumables and some spare parts (dealership)
Oil filter $ 5.5
Air filter $ 14
Fuel filter $ 12
Spark plugs (K-T) $ 8.5
Brake pads, per. / Back. $ 55/53
Brake discs, per. $ 60.
Lower front pendant lever $ 144
Steering Tip $ 45
Sls $ 180.
Hydrocompensator (pcs.) $ 15
Shock absorbers, per. / Back. $ 120 / $ 95
A source: "Autopilot"
