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#41 of 3320 THE BIG DECISION by elem Apr 04, 2001 (9:25 am)
AFTER A MONTH OF RESEARCH, COMPARISONS, AND AGONY, I FINALLY DECIDED ON THE 02 MOUNTAINEER. I TEST DROVE THE ACURA, FORD EXPLORER AND 01 MITSUBISHI MONTERO. I WAS LOOKING FOR A V-6 WITH THE THIRD ROW SEAT SO THE DURANGO WAS OUT. I FOUND AS PWASH WROTE, YOU DEFINITELY GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY OVERALL AND ESPECIALLY WHEN COMPARED TO THE HIGHER LEVEL EXPLORER. THE PROBLEM IS, THE EXPLORERS AND MOUNTAINEERS ARE LIMITED IN STOCK AND UNLESS YOU HAVE THE LUXURY OF TIME TO WAIT FOR ONE TO BE ORDERED, YOU MAY HAVE A TOUGH TIME AS I DID FINDING ONE THATS NOT FULLY LOADED (MOST ARE COMING IN WITH MOON ROOF, 6CD CHANGER, AND SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS) FEATURES WHICH I Didn't REALLY WANT. THANKS TO THE WEB, I WAS PRETTY WELL PREPARED AND DEFINITELY HAD MORE INFORMATION THAN MOST OF THE SALES PEOPLE I DEALT WITH. THE DEALER I ENDED UP GETTING IT FROM JERKED ME AROUND A BIT TRYING SO HARD TO "LOCATE" THE VEHICLE FOR ME. WHEN I EXPLAINED HOW HE DINT EVEN HAVE TO SELL ME THE CAR JUST ARRANGE FOR ME TO PURCHASE IT HE QUIETED DOWN. I THINK I GOT A DECENT PRICE ANYWAY. HOPEFULLY I WONT REGRET MY CHOICE!
#42 of 3320 Stability by starrow68 Apr 05, 2001 (5:15 am)
Ford said several months ago that it would be an option mid year on the 2002 Explorer, but they did not repeat that in latest press release on pricing. Don't know if that means delay or just not high enough priority to make the release.
#43 of 3320 100,000 Orders for 2002 Explorer already by traction Apr 05, 2001 (8:15 pm)
I ran across this article on the web. Ford already has 100,000 orders for the Explorer, not sure how many orders for the Mountaineer. http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=7882
#44 of 3320 Advance Trac availability by traction Apr 05, 2001 (8:18 pm)
Here is what the Ford web site says for the availability of the AdvanceTrac system.....   "New AdvanceTrac; interactive vehicle dynamics system - the first application on a truck or SUV - combines the benefits of traction control and electronic stability (yaw) control (available later in 2001)"
#45 of 3320 safety info by traction Apr 05, 2001 (8:21 pm)
here is the link to the Ford web site that talks about the safety equipment http://media.ford.com/products/presskit_display.cfm?vehicle_id=239&press_subsection_id=424
#46 of 3320 advance trac stabliliy control by sirknightd Apr 05, 2001 (9:38 pm)
Thanks so much for all the information on the introduction of the stablity control option.. I m gonna wait for it and am so happy that it is expected this year...I ve decided on a Mountaineer with all the options except rear AC ( i want the moonroof)..I m not so keen on the lack of 4wd low and the funky aluminum plastic..but other than that..i think the vehicle is terrific The mountaineer seems to be priced better than the Explorer Limited and Eddie Bauer.
#47 of 3320 My thoughts on 2002 Explorer by njdevilsrn Apr 06, 2001 (12:02 pm)
The thing looks like a minivan on steroids. I am glad I bought a late 2000 model instead of waiting for the 2002.   The newly re-designed Chevy Trailblazer is a much nicer exterior design.   But then again, I am a 26 year old guy who wants a truck, not a 38 year old soccer mom who has a family to haul around.
#48 of 3320 2002 Mountaineer Looks by jhetelle Apr 06, 2001 (3:38 pm)
njdevilsrn, you may be right that the Trailblazer has better exterior looks (but that's a matter of personal opinion), but the 38-yr old soccer Mom can haul around her family in her new Mountaineer while you have your Trailblazer sitting at the dealer to have the suspension replaced (see latest recall).
#49 of 3320 #42 and #43 by joelis Apr 06, 2001 (6:12 pm)
There are issues with both of your statements.   njdevilsm - obviously, you are trying to justify your purchase of an older, inferior model with a history of problems. Whatever makes you feel better.   jhetelle - check your own backyard before you criticise others. I found this article on the www.blueovalnews.com website:   "2002 Explorer fuel tank ruptures halt shipments to dealers -   It's a good thing that the 2002 Ford Explorer isn't subjected to the three strike rule in baseball or the three time convicted felon rule in California. But what it is subjected to is Ford's "Quality is JOB1" launch process that is becoming synonymous with words like disaster, butchered, etc.   We first reported that the all new 2002 Explorer wouldn't be available with a 4.6L V8 engine (link at end of article) or a manual transmission until later this year due to engineering problems. Then we reported that the PCM's (powertrain control module) on an estimated 15,000+ Explorers were allegedly programmed with corrupted software - which prevented their shipment to dealers.   Now, Reliable sources at an Explorer assembly plant told BlueOvalNews that yet a new problem has put a choke hold on those shipment plans to dealers. It's alleged that some 4x2 versions have been unable to pass certain required NOVA side impact crash tests. Inside sources say that during simulated left side impact crashes, certain 4x2 Explorer's transmissions would come lose and directly or indirectly rupture the new plastic fuel tank, which has been relocated on the passenger side center of the frame for 2002. "
#50 of 3320 Pacific Northwest Explorer Price by fedlawman Apr 06, 2001 (7:37 pm)
Just thought you'd like to know, I visited a Seattle area dealer 2 weeks ago that advertises itself as a "no dicker sticker" dealership. They quoted me a flat $700.00 over invoice for any 2002 Explorer, off the lot or factory order.   elem - with the "SUV's" you're looking at, it sounds like you're looking for a 3 row seat family hauler with AWD rather. Have you considered the Buick Rendezvous coming out this month? A well equipped AWD version should start at around $28,000 (MSRP). If you don't need AWD, get the FWD with traction control for about $25,000...or a minivan.

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