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Ford Girl
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As 2009 models begin to appear in the showrooms of all the dealers across the nation, one can't help but wonder what direction Ford is taking, with the introduction of the three particular models in question. My personal opinion regarding the most recent introduction, the Flex looks more like a cross between a Honda Element and a Scion. In short, to me it looks hideous, putting it lightly. But more importantly, is it needed? Let's see now, we have the Edge, which is supposed to meet the current market trend for those who desire a "crossover" vehicle. We also have the Taurus X, which is only a rebadged Freestyle, and now the Flex too. All three vehicles utilize the exact same 3.5L V6 mated to a 6F50 6 speed automatic. All three vehicles share very similar interior dimensions for its passengers, as well as their cargo, with the Flex offering the highest of the three for its cargo. Am I alone in thinking that they have too many models in this one class alone?
What about the cars that have been HUGELY successful for FoMoCo? The Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis/Lincoln Town Car is easily the most reliable vehicle EVER made. How many would agree with me? That being said, why would they not consider updating them, with the 4.6L 3-valve V8 and 6R75 6-speed automatic then? How many agree that this is something that Ford SHOULD be doing? How many of you would be willing to sign a petition (along with your chequebook) for Ford to continue producing these vehicles, instead of "talking about" its demise? Do you remember when the Probe was originally intended to be the replacement for the Mustang back in 1986? How many Mustang enthusiasts voiced their outrage at such a consideration? Instead, the '87 to '93 model years were introduced which sold and sold and sold.
How about Ford's Lincoln division? What's with all the "MK" models coming out? MK this, Mk that. It's actually getting a little confusing here. Why won't they bring back their trademark nameplates, like the Continental and the Mark (and I don't mean the Mark truck)?
All of this is bearing in mind that I am, and will always be a HUGE Ford fan.
What about the cars that have been HUGELY successful for FoMoCo? The Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis/Lincoln Town Car is easily the most reliable vehicle EVER made. How many would agree with me? That being said, why would they not consider updating them, with the 4.6L 3-valve V8 and 6R75 6-speed automatic then? How many agree that this is something that Ford SHOULD be doing? How many of you would be willing to sign a petition (along with your chequebook) for Ford to continue producing these vehicles, instead of "talking about" its demise? Do you remember when the Probe was originally intended to be the replacement for the Mustang back in 1986? How many Mustang enthusiasts voiced their outrage at such a consideration? Instead, the '87 to '93 model years were introduced which sold and sold and sold.
How about Ford's Lincoln division? What's with all the "MK" models coming out? MK this, Mk that. It's actually getting a little confusing here. Why won't they bring back their trademark nameplates, like the Continental and the Mark (and I don't mean the Mark truck)?
All of this is bearing in mind that I am, and will always be a HUGE Ford fan.