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bobbyd

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  1. Thanks for the numbers. At least its closer. Now, what in the world is going on at Chrysler/Fiat. They outsold Ford in Canada and US sales are up over 40%. They must be giving that junk away. Old Hemi...C'mon, that 50 Yr Old Hemi is "old school". The Eco boost V-6 kills it in trucks and the Hemi Charger gets spanked by the 5.0 Mustang. Yet, people seems to buy this Chrysler /Fiat stuff. It must be price?
  2. Right...but they did not post the sales figures for the carlines. They said strong sales for Sonic and Cruze but no numbers.
  3. I've been trying to see how close Focus came to Cruze sales for January. GM has not posted the numbers! Hope its close!
  4. So, are we to assume that if we ordered a new 2013 Taurus (Job-1 in 1 week) the New My Ford Touch (standard) will NOT be a problem....or do we have to wait for a software update later in the year?
  5. Oh! OH! Please read Sunday Free Press article with Mark Phelan about the continuing problem with the My Ford Touch. They show a video with him having trouble adjusting the climate control and also unable to eject the Cds with the push button. I thought Ford tested the new Touch with their employees. Not sure if they detected the same issues...but it was clear the Free Press had an issue. Anyone have input? Ford does not need this to be an ongoing problem.
  6. Wow..I have owned and still drive my 1989 Taurus GL after almost 23 yrs. Original exhaust, engine , transmission. The only problem I have is giving it up to make room for my new 2013 Taurus this Spring. I want to find a good home for her (Gerty) rather than just give it to someone who won't treat her right. Where do I find someone like that?
  7. That max and Al commercial was back in 2010. However, did you notice the Al guy (white guy) now does Honda Commercials. Goes to show how washed up actors will do anything for $$$.
  8. I noticed during the past weekend NFL playoffs that Chrysler was using attack adds directly against Ford. They used the "WASHED UP OLD COWBOY SAM ELLIOTT" with one that aired an odometer at 60,000 miles and commented "its the end of the road if you're driving an F150"...and caught another with a Durango pulling an Explorer on a trailer. Now I assume its because Ford beats them bad in both sales categories...but so does Chevy. I don't see Chevy doing that to Ford or Ford doing it to Chevy. I also don't see Chrysler going after the Asian cars...just attacking Ford . I guess it shows how "low class" they are even after Ford defended the Government bailout for them. I give Ford credit for not responding with ads like: "What's With these Hemi Commercials...that 50 yr old engine was available with 8-Track tape players...wow, that's old! How about this ad: "Chrysler...brought to you by Fiat...an Italian Company! I also think 'Washed Up Old Cowboy Sam Elliott" should start doing AARP Commercials...since its MORE HIS STYLE and clearly evident he's DESPERATE to stoop pretty low to attack a thriving TRULY AMERICAN COMPANY!
  9. I just read his comments (Thanks). He said "its a bit early to talk about a redesign...!" Looks like they are going to milk the current design for all they can. Camaro sales are pulling away from Mustang. Sounds like the 'Old School Management View" is thriving again at Ford.
  10. The car is 75% the same as the current design. Only from the C-pillar back does it hint of change. It looks like Lincoln is trying to save $$$$ by using the current design, especially that front grill....UGH. Yahoo today has the Lincoln as one of the TOP 5 MISSES! Not good.
  11. Toyota is about to launch a new assembly plant down south to pump out new Toyota Corollas....not good for our Fiesta and Focus. Toyota will undersell to move them. As we all know, the majority of foreign cars are bought by women and minorities.Trying to change them to buy American is like trying to ask them to vote other than Democratic. ( I apologize to the very small group of women and minorities who still buy American).
  12. Fox News reported yesterday that the recent trip to the White House by Mark Fields is setting the foundation to move him to CFO of Ford soon and eventually take over Alan's job. If you look back at Field's 'Track Record' you find that Ford put him in charge of Mazda initially and then sent him to lead the former failed "Premier Automotive Group" in charge of Volvo, Aston Martin, Land Rover and Jaguar. All costly failures. I think WXYZ had a special on Field's using corporate Ford Jets to fly to his million dollar mansion in Florida while the company was losing money and market share and terminating many hard working employees. As of today...everything that Field's handled has failed for Ford and actually cost the company tons of lost capital. My concern is I fear Ford is taking the wrong road (similar to choosing Jac Nasser) to run the company. I hope they are NOT serious about this. I hope we keep Alan for a long time. I need my pension!
  13. Homework for the Ford designers. Stop the Camaro from killing us...redesign the Mustang...and please don't continue with that silly porthole window on the side. If they would reflect back in 1969 with the Mach-1 and use that roof idea....it would work. Do you see any side windows on the camaro or challenger...nope. We have the fastest car..but people are tired of the same design. Its almost 7 yrs with the same body style. Too long!
  14. Thanks for the reply. Ford Media responded to my request with a standard response of they won't say...wait till Spring. The 2013 Malibu comes out this Spring and they already announced prices. Whats the big secret at Ford? Oh well. I still want that Taurus...even though the new Fusion is awesome!
  15. I have been searching for any announcements of the official pricing for the 2013 Taurus. Unable to get any pricing, other than general estimates. Does anyone know when Ford will announce the pricing on the 2013 Taurus? Right now, they don't even have the brochures available at the dealers, but I do have the 2013 Order Guide (thanks to this Forum). any thoughts or timing?
  16. Wow...great responses from everyone. Lets hope the new Fusion doesn't have any issues...! I think it looks great...but so does the Focus. Lets hope people get over the transmission issue. They need to NOT raise the price at all, since these competitors are selling more for less. Go Ford!
  17. Maybe I'm too much into Ford, but seriously, how did these so-called 50 Journalists come to deciding the Korean Hyundai Elantra is the best car over the Focus. Do they road test the vehicles for performance, handling and braking? Or was it based on the bad press Focus got for the transmission reflashing? The Elantra is so plastic inside...cheaper materials. Wait...I think I have a possible reason...keyword "Cheap". The Elantra is cheaper than the Focus. Is that it? They never mentioned in today"s paper how they arrived at the winner? I'm perplexed.
  18. bobbyd

    2013 Fusion

    Thanks for the info. Looks like they removed the videos. It will be fun to see in a day or two like you mentioned. Also, the New Dart looks a lot like the old Dodge Neon somewhat. The rear end is pushed up too much...car doesn't seem balanced. Have a good day!
  19. bobbyd

    2013 Fusion

    OK..do this, go to FORD INSIDE NEWS.....NEW POSTS (left corner)...click on THIS IS THE 2013 FORD FUSION (2nd topic)...scroll down to THREAD #5 and you will see an awesome Red Fusion. Must see! (by the way, the taillights are very similar to the rear of the Fiesta.) Enjoy!.
  20. bobbyd

    2013 Fusion

    I need an e-mail address to send it via my desktop as an attachment. It was on Ford Insider!.
  21. I just viewed the new 2013 Ford Fusion and from the front and side view the car is outstanding. I truly love the front end (hints of Mondeo and Aston Martin).....HOWEVER, the taillights and rear end look questionable to me. Does anyone think they could have done a better job on that rear? I love the rear lights on the current Fusion but the 2013 rear end doesn't seem to flow with the rest of the car. Maybe the spy shots are wrong but I think they are what they appear to be.
  22. I reference the D-Segment of vehicles sold. Good to see Taurus up there close for the December sales, but my question is do they also include fleet sales in that since the Impala and Charger are now sought after police cars and thus would push their numbers much higher than the Taurus. quote name='PREMiERdrum' timestamp='1325714152' post='754274'] December, non-luxury brands, by class: LINK - The Alternator Blog Full Year Results: LINK - The Alternator Blog
  23. Thanks for the information. That was very helpful!
  24. My Ford Dealer can't tell me when they will take orders for the 2013 Taurus. Maybe Ice Capades or someone else can tell me when the Final orders are for 2012 Taurus? Any idea on how much of price increase? Does 1% seem reasonable? I believe Job-1 is mid February? Happy New Year!
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