Ford's C1 platform is shared by the European Focus, the Volvo S40, and the Mazda 3. Mazda did most of the engineering work.Originally Posted by Popeye
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Ford's C1 platform is shared by the European Focus, the Volvo S40, and the Mazda 3. Mazda did most of the engineering work.
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subaru changes body style and uses the same engine and chassis to build the forester , impreza and s/w
your point ?
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BANJO! jeebus man. An instrument so annoying that it is called the bagpipes of stringed instruments.
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A Ford, you say?...that would be the 'Found On Road Dead' Ford?....
hehehehehehehe
F@#ked Over Rebuilt Dodge... ever notice Ford follows Dodge design and style..I thought it stood for 'Fix Or Repair Daily'
Dodge Neon- Ford Focus? hummmm.. Kinda alike ain't it?
So, back to the topic on Ford Focus...
Wear 'em out and throw away type of car.. Sound like one those Escort/Bobcat/Lynx/Fiesta clone..
After 2 - 5 years.. might as well fill the tank up with gasoline to increase resale value..
Kia is cheap, but not everybody taste..
I would stay away from 'em Beemers..
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L. Boyle
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And the onlyest cool new volvo.
Not as cool as the P1800ES but reminiscent.
AKA Henry Crun.
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Of course ... f--k the ford ... get a toyota or honda ... as they are OBVIOUSLY superior!
Oh, but wait ... they a WAY more expensive ... may have less warranty, and they will help Japan's economy.
Pull your head oughta you butt ... get the focus for the price.
Tinny? whatever ... just as good as an import ... and you won't have to lose sleep!
Perhaps we should all buy import food, lefty!?!?!?
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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SHHHH- Dan McCosh- let these fools believe Volvo and Mazda are GOOD cars and Fords stink!
The American car-buying public is about the least intelligent group I have ever encountered!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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Calling your customers the least intelligent group you've ever encountered is unlikely to win them over. By the way, what kind of dealership did you invest in?SHHHH- Dan McCosh- let these fools believe Volvo and Mazda are GOOD cars and Fords stink!
The American car-buying public is about the least intelligent group I have ever encountered!
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Chrysler JEEP Dodge ... you know, the ones with the LIFETIME warranties!
It may be a brash approach, but calling folks out on their pre-dispositions seems to work just fine!
I am truly and utterly AMAZED about how stupid folks are about buying cars ...
I hear things like this on a weekly basis:
VW Routan is great, the Chrysler is crap ... Guess what? Chrysler makes the VW!
That Mercedes GL is a great SUV ... I wouldn't waste my money on a Grand Cherokee! Oops ... same car.
The Saturn AURA is a nice car ... but Chevy needs to stop making the crappy Malibu! Again, same car.
I'd never buy a Chevy, but I love my new Isuzu Ascender! Same car, again.
Things like this!
I hear them CONSTANTLY as feedback from customers!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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Finally, and American sedan that competes with the world, that new Pontiac G8 is top-notch!
Well, the G8 is an Australian Holden!
Just a couple more examples!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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Brad,
Why do I still have this old beast?
Cab may be rusting off the frame.. but it is reliable, and its paid for.. Drives it everyday..
L. Boyle
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If it's any comfort, one of the most reliable cars I ever had was a Duster with a slant 6 and three on the tree. But since I've always bought used cars, I've worried more about condition than the maker.
except...
My first car was a VW squareback. Left such a strong impression, I've never looked at another VW.
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What?why? I love those older VW.. I used to have one those type III 68' Squareback.. with fuel injections.. Plenty of trunk space front and rear..And it is quite fast runnin' through town..
Shame that I sold it... It worth something now..
L. Boyle
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Mine was a '66, and a terrible lemon.What?
Shame that I sold it... It worth something now..
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Was it Yella?
Mine was that classic Jade Green VW uses for many years
L. Boyle
No coffee is abused durin' the awakin' of beast
(aka "No animals were harmed in the making of this film")
"Hell hath no fury like a man whose tools are missing"
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I drive a 2004 ranger. It was $7999.
Im happy with it. I have a 1993 5.0 Mustang in the garage. Im happy with it.
prior to that I had a 1990 5.0, an 1970 Bronco and others.
My girlfriend drives a 2008 Mariner. We are happy with it.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
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I own and drives 1979 Chevy C-30.. Didn't pay a dime for it, just traded a bunch of unwanted junks for it.. and I am happy with it, because everybody stays away from it...
L. Boyle
No coffee is abused durin' the awakin' of beast
(aka "No animals were harmed in the making of this film")
"Hell hath no fury like a man whose tools are missing"
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Because it was made to run!Why do I still have this old beast?
Good on you, Larry!
And good on you, TimH!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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If you want an American car advocate Im it.
When I was young I worked in manufacturing in michigan, Now Im a software engineer in Seattle (Silicon Valley). Buy American, I do.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
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RIGHT ON, TimH!
I am impressed, and very thankful for your stance!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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At this point in time,I wouldn't be caught dead in a American
car.......They have a long way to go,and may never catch up
to the overseas automakers........just not gonna happen.
I, myself prefer vintage German steel, over anything
Detroit has produced over the last 25 yrs.
lovin life
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we will see.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
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I have pride in my country. And what we have done.RIGHT ON, TimH!
I am impressed, and very thankful for your stance!
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
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Me too, TIM!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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Nobody else has what it takes. Cheaper doesnt cut it in the long run.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
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Am I the only one who has faith in America? I dont think so. Most of us are silent, but we are there..and awakening.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do, than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
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Jack Grebe- I was not expecting your sellout stance ... with all due respect, you are a FOOL with regard to cars!
WHAT a shame, as I (many others thought you were one of the good guys!)
I am sorry for your ignorance!
And I did not think you to be simple-minded!
WOW!
Let me say this ... and say it clearly! Jack- you are an ignorant fool!
NOW! Have a good night, sir!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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Thank Brad..Because it was made to run!
Good on you, Larry!
And good on you, TimH!
Most people feared of these trucks because of fuel tank locations.. This one used to have dual tanks, I removed one due to rust out, and replace other side with a brand spankin' new tank, and removes all dual tanks set-up..
This one was a commerical duty truck, it had cage around both tanks..
It used to be "South Western Bell" truck, I got it from Volunteer Fire Department..
Did had huge water tank riding back there, and engine mounted generator.. Got rid all of that, I just want the truck itself..
If ya look closely to those wheels, you'll see two-pieces split rims... Original wheels were 9.50 X 16.5", I didn't like 'em because they're actually 2" smaller in diameter than 7.50 X 16", can't get up to speed without over-revin' the engine.. Don't worry.. I am not runnin' split rims now... I finally got hold of set of Chevy drop-center rims.. Big relief from worries about blowin' rings across the neighborhood
L. Boyle
No coffee is abused durin' the awakin' of beast
(aka "No animals were harmed in the making of this film")
"Hell hath no fury like a man whose tools are missing"
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Jack Grebe-
I have to again say that you surprise me!
You are rather ignorant to reality, I guess ... do some research!
Really get to KNOW the facts, and you will find CLEARLY that US cars are as good, if not better, than any import.
If you are SMART, you will disregard consumer reports, yahoo, and the like! YEP! Lobby money gets their collective opinions.
Do some REAL research!
Nothing else matters but how I raise my children ... and their opinion of me, as a father.
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When I look "under-the-hood"..
I look at possible things like starter, alternator, water pump, oil filter, sparkplug, stuff that commonly break down.. If I can't access it, forget about owning it.. Because I am not throwing away $1000.00 for something that I could do myself..
That explained why I like pre-80 Chevrolet...
L. Boyle
No coffee is abused durin' the awakin' of beast
(aka "No animals were harmed in the making of this film")
"Hell hath no fury like a man whose tools are missing"
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Caught this thread late.
I have a 2000 Focus and am very happy with it. Consistently over 30 mpg, sometimes 34. The ride is a bit stiff, but the handling is solid and quick (I've heard that the later versions have softened the ride a bit and made the handling a little looser.) It has the 2-liter 4-valve engine and a standard transmission. It's fairly quick if you use the gears and revs properly. Very close in performance to the BMW 320i I drove for 19 years previously.
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