Description
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
Viewing: Tues 14th October from 12pm
Auction: Wed 15th October from 9am
Location: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
2004 Ford Mondeo ST220 Estate
No Reserve
Registration No: VN04 VPV
Chassis No: WF0WXXGBBW4A48828
MOT: April 2026
Modest mileage of 127, 000 miles
Retained in its first ownership until 2020
Powered by a 3. 0-litre, 24-valve V6, which sends 226bhp and 210lb-ft of torque to the front wheels viâ a six-speed manual transmission
History file includes the original stamped service book
A rare fast Ford, in the practical estate car variant!
Pitched as a “world car,” the Ford Mondeo was intended for sale in multiple markets around the world, and design was shared between Ford’s American and European arms. Upon its release in 1993, it became a great hit in Britain, with the phrase “Mondeo man” even entering political discourse to describe a certain type of voter. After the facelifted Mk. II model, an entirely new generation of Mondeo appeared in 2000. This new era would also witness the arrival of the performance flagship ST220, with its newly-developed three-litre V6, which Ford claimed produced 226bhp, powering the model from 0-62mph in 7. 4 seconds and onward to 155mph. The motoring press of the time praised its performance and handling, and with good looks as well it is no wonder that it is now attracting a following as a desirable “youngtimer” classic. It survived until 2007, when the third-generation Mondeo was launched.
Looking very attractive in its Machine Silver paint, ‘VN04 VPV’ was first registered on 26th April, 2004, and sold through Brooklyn Ford of Redditch to a gentleman of Hazel Grove, Cheshire. Impressively, it remained in his ownership until 2020, and has had only five keepers in total. It was clearly cherished throughout the first ownership, as may be seen from its well-preserved condition and the paperwork file which contains an extensive record of maintenance and upkeep. With 127, 000 miles now behind it, the original service book contains regular main-dealer service stamps up to 2016 (at circa 88, 000 miles), with later work documented in a raft of invoices.
Cosmetically, the Mondeo has survived very well, with the paint still presenting handsomely and the sporty interior in very good overall condition, with just a light patina appearing on the leather seats. On the mechanical front, it remains a potent and spirited machine, and ought to provide its next owner with a lot of pleasure on the open road. Supplied with an MOT until 9th April, 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a now-rare fast Ford, and possibly the most exciting estate car of its generation.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
