The_Shadow1963

For what it's worth, that was me. I've only put about 7500 on the truck since July. I absolutely love it.

Thanks for the nightmares...

I've always had an irrational fear of midgets... Even after a short counseling series, I still consider it a small problem.

FWIW, I ordered a 2009 EL LTD in Feb and finally got it in July. I too found it strange that you couldn't get the factory nav w/o the rear DVD, and was initially concerned about the lack of LSD. I came out of an 01 EB, and do use my Expedition for hauling. The seats do fold pretty flat; there is a slight angle to the second row but it's not a showstopper. I had a chance to monkey around in the snow a few weeks ago, and I didn't miss the LSD when in 4x4. Being an EL, it's a massive SUV, but the ride is very stable. I wouldn't call the suspension soft, but it is very smooth. While I was awaiting delivery, I drove a Sub for comparison and walked away shaking my head. If I had to do it over again, I wouldn't change a thing. I'm assuming you've driven one?

Mine's the EL 4x4 with 3.73 gears, so mileage is off a bit averaging 15.5 or so, calculated. The computer is close, but mildly optimistic at 15.7. Mostly driven around town, so hwy is unknown yet. As for the tranny, so far so good. I was concerned after reading about the 07/08 years, but mine is very smooth. Overall, an excellent truck!

Hey Big Steve, This will give you a look at your window sticker. Replace the XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX at the tail end with your VIN, and post in the URL window of your browser. I hope you enjoy your new truck; I sure do! http://services.forddirect.fordvehicles.co...XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Not only does the new Sonata clearly mimic other designs (poorly I might add), but it appears that they will play second fiddle in the technology arena as well. Okay, okay, I made that up! Sorry for any undue excitement...

Toyota. Moving forward, whether you want to or not. Sorry, couldn't get that out of my head.

Actually, I did think about it and found it pretty darned funny. The Onion is for entertainment only. Also, as I'm now thinking of expanding my stable, I'm actually impressed that it's a pretty good deal. Move quickly, as they may run out soon...

Check the mighty Mlhm5 poll thread under the Ford Motor Company Discussion Forum, post 3700. It's got a link to a great video of the lap. It's probably a good thing that car isn't available here; I'd simply have to find a way to buy one!

Looks like she knows how to handle a rod...

Hydro, Which one's the barracuda?

Um, Nick... PC post revision strongly recommended...

I LOVE IT! Unfortunately, I don't own any horses. I wonder how many cats it would take to achieve efficiency...

Actually, nothing's too funny for this thread. Bring it on!

Too funny for this thread, unfortunately.

Watch the video! This is simply an amazing vehicle, and I only hope it ends up on American streets. I'd find some way to buy one... Sorry for replying to an automotive related topic, but the risk is worth it. If only it were RWD, and perhaps powered by some yet-un-thunk-of diesel engine... :happy feet:

And back on topic, I'd never watched the X-Games, but when I heard about the WRC segment, I tuned in. An abolutely awesome performance from the Ford stable. I loved Tanner Foust's comment that the car was "like an angry badger on linoleum" What a wild ride!

Ah yes, the Cortina; the car FJ won't ever, ever let anyone forget. :happy feet: :happy feet: How many miles on the Cobra? I bought mine with a substantial number of mods and ran it for about 3 years until I had a CATASTROPHIC failure. End result, DSS 331SP longblock w/ AFR185's and an AFM B-31 bumpstick (I think), re-used my SysteMax intake and long tubes, added a V2SQ with the 2.75 pulley. It's pretty nasty. Believe it or not, I'm still running the original T5. Hope you enjoy yours even half as much.

Hey Nick, To his credit, it's pretty hard to drive sideways with FWD. I'm sure as a fellow SVT owner you know exactly what I mean. Not that you or I would ever stoop to hooning, but I've heard stories... (snicker). BTW, any mods on yours?

I honestly don't know whether to laugh or cry, or maybe laugh until I cry. Think about this though; she's out on the, uh, street, perhaps driving a, um, car, and she may even breed...

I love the power fold mirrors on my new Expy. When I'm happy, I open and close them repeatedly while driving down the road and it feels like I'm wiggling my ears!

Just because

Sinking on the board...