Highlights

Early car in classic dark blue metallic with grey leather
Factory standard 226bhp V6 car
Three registered keepers
Appropriate private plate included
Fully serviced within the last 1,000 miles
Well-documented history from the previous owner
Wheels fully refurbished with genuine centre caps
MOT to July 2025

The Appeal

In the celebrated history of Fast Fords, the ST220 is absolutely right up there. Dropping the 24V 226bhp Duratec V6 under the Mk3’s bonnet created arguably the best fast Mondy and a proper blue-collar response to all those BMWs, Audis and Mercedes.

There wouldn’t be another fast Ford saloon like it, and maybe there never will. So lets celebrate the ST220 with this great early example. Finished in classic dark blue metallic with grey leather, it is pleasingly factory standard and has clearly been cherished - alongside the good history file, you’ll find quality rubber on each corner and an appropriate private cherished plate on the front and back.

The car was serviced in March and comes to market with MOT to July 2025. The ST220 feels like a nailed-on future classic. In the meantime, while you wait for that, you can use and enjoy one of the best-handling sports saloons of the last 25 years.

History and Paperwork

First registered 30th November 2002
Three registered keepers
Well-documented history from the previous keeper
This is the first year of production vehicle and the only year they made them with a 5 speed manual, with only 115 registered vehicles left on the road
Original history from brand new was lost with the first owner
Vendor states that over 10 years of history is available
Fully serviced within the last 1,000 miles in March 2025
Clocks and ECU have been changed resulting in mileage discrepancy
This is detailed in the photos
Factory handbooks and wallet
Two keys
Original clock set included as shown
MOT to 9th July 2025 with advisories to note
New ECU fitted in 2021
Handwritten note explaining mileage discrepancy
Private registration plate Y24VST included
Wheels refurbished and new centre caps recently fitted using OEM parts

The Condition

Factory standard car in very good order for age and mileage
Classic dark metallic blue paintwork in good order with few marks or stone chips
There are some stone chips to the front of car typical of age and mileage
Bodywork presents well in usual Mk3 Mondeo check areas such as sills, arches and panel edges
Underside in good condition with no structural advisories on MOT
Recently refurbished factory multispoke alloy wheels in good order with few marks
Steel spare wheel in boot
Matching Goodyear tyres fitted all round showing good tread and sidewall condition
Headlights are clear and clean with no obvious misting or damage
Factory standard interior in light grey with only very light wear to usual high traffic areas
Recaro front seats with slight bolster wear to driver’s side as shown
Other interior trim elements show minor marks and scuffs as shown in photos
Unmodified and original interior including correct factory sound system head unit
Carpets through cabin and boot in very good order with no obvious damage or stains
Cabin carpets are fitted with Ford-branded over mats as shown
No reported faults with electrics, lighting, switchgear or dials
Dials have been replaced as explained above and in photos

The Mechanics

2,967cc 24V Duratec 226bhp V6 engine
Rare early car with 5spd manual gearbox
Mechanical condition is reported to be faultless by seller
Fully serviced within the last 1,000 miles in March 2025
Advisories to note on current MOT
No reported running or driving issues

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