MX5Ireland

Posted: **Fri, 05 Feb 2010 2:57 +0000**

Anyone got anything good or bad to say about them.

2004 2.0L Diesel...

Thanks

G

Posted: **Fri, 05 Feb 2010 3:09 +0000**

You're going to hear people say that they are 'just' a Mondeo under the skin - to some extent that's true, but the Mondeo is a fantastic car, so what's the problem.

The 2.0d is a four-pot, so is a little agricultural. Pity they didn't come in straight-6...

Jag forum is here: http://www.jaguarforum.co.uk/viewforum.php?f=14&sid=9cf2ad412a116a33f51db4e4388559bf

Honest John review is here: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/index.htm?md=164

The estate is an awesome car - although estates don't seem to be very popular here in the south generally.

Just note that you can get an S-type for similar money or an XJ etc

Posted: **Fri, 05 Feb 2010 3:24 +0000**

+1, yep ,the mondeo running gear would be good alright. I had 2 diesel mondeos, never ever gave me any bother. I used to service them myself, very easy.
The TDCi unit is a good un' - no timing belt to worrry about, its got a timing chain that lasts the life of the engine. Easy on fuel too, easy 50+. Servicing is reasonable too and you get the service items for the jag x type D in any ford dealers.
They are not as roomy as a Mondeo, but are kinda unique as there not too many round, esp in estate.

Posted: **Fri, 05 Feb 2010 9:49 +0000**

Thanks lads, I might be having a look at one or two over the weekend..

Although I won't be trading in the 5! :lol:

g

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