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Replying to: freealfas (Oct 26, 2007 7:11 pm) Not so much repair as parts. The new 6 speed combo is more likely to continue in production; the CVT is grandfathered, and the parts will be more expensive. |
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Replying to: passat_2002 (Oct 28, 2007 9:09 am) Yes, but to my knowledge the Freestyle CVT is not used in any other vehicle... Perhaps someone knows of other applications.
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Replying to: stevedebi (Oct 29, 2007 11:25 am) The '08 Taurus X appeals to me too. But I certainly wouldn't buy it just to trade-out transmissions. |
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Replying to: passat_2002 (Oct 28, 2007 9:09 am) I have a history of trading cars every few years so I probably would trade my 05 Freestyle soon no matter what kind of transmission it had, but the fact that the CVT is being abandoned is not a good sign in my opinion, especially since it such a good product. I am not worried about the mechanical components which appear to be very sound, but I am worried about the support and future knowledge of all the electronics that control and monitor the CVT. |
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Ford IS NOT committed to the CVT. CVT was something they tried and now abandoned. CVT benefits are only on par with a traditional 6 speed automatic. The 6 speed automatic though is less expensive to produce, can handle more torque, and requires less maintenance. Ford already closed the factory where the CVT is made. They also are retooling an additional factory to make the 6F trans that was co-developed with GM. |
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Is there any vehicle out there that has both folding and removeable 2nd and/or 3rd row. While I really like the folding aspect, it would be nice when you know that you're not going to need the 3rd row (eg a long family road trip)to just remove it and not have the wasted space of the folded 3rd row. Or if you really need to move a lot of stuff, it would be nice to be able to remove both the 2nd and 3rd rows to get a lot more space. I really don't think any vehicle out there has this option, but I'd sure like it.
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Replying to: bobw3 (Oct 30, 2007 7:24 am) |
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In December, my '05 Freestyle crossover turns three years of age. During that time, the Ford Edge was going to kill it, the Tribeca would outclass it, the Saturn Outlook / Buick Enclave were going to do it better. You get the idea. In three years, I have only had the latch freeze protection shrouds done, and the driver's window motor replaced. That's it. It has been a great vehicle. The Taurus X and the Freestyle are the same package. They are a step forward in the Ford technology chain. Accelerate by wire, electronic brake force distribution, Haldex electronic AWD, and leading safety ratings in front, side, and rear-end collision tests due to computer-designed crush zones and seat design, and excellent handling are just a few of these forward tech steps. Based on the CVT, I would say the Freestyle is more technologically advanced than the Taurus X, but that is just the opinion of a proud Freebie owner. And that theater seating... Ford had to take the chance with a new technology leap on some vehicle. In the 21st century, the rose was pinned on the Freebie. For some, the grass is always greener on the other side, but not for me. I am keeping the Freestyle. I actually prefer it the way it is. This week, three different people admiringly asked, "What is it?" It is a Ford, it is a Freestyle. 
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Replying to: northlakes (Oct 31, 2007 8:26 pm) |
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Chrysler discontinuing the Pacifica will hopefully boost the Taurus X sales. With the Flex coming, it seems possible that the Taurus X could end up being a one year model. I hope not.
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