Insurance costs

Thanks to that glorious Mondeo badge, no one should have trouble when gaining cover for an ST220. Okay, a 17-year- old reformed joyrider might struggle a bit when consulting the meerkat, but we’ve known several young drivers achieve semi-sensible premiums for these 223bhp, 150mph, V6 machines.

So, needless to say, high-street brokers and online comparison sites will provide the cheapest quotes for the vast majority of drivers, especially if you have decent driving history and a few years’ no claims discount. Bear in mind, though, that the ST220’s insurance group of 33 means some mainstream insurers point-blank refuse to offer cover, and quotes can be higher than you’d expect due to high parts prices rather than outright risk factors.

Modified ST220s will require the attention of a specialist broker, and it’s worth speaking to one of the advertisers in Fast Ford if your treasured Mondeo is likely to be worth more than book value. Likewise, some performance- car insurers offer limitedmileage deals and track day cover.