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Replying to: thegraduate (Dec 12, 2007 11:21 am) Just out of curiosity, why is that grad? Pricing aside, the TX and Edge are two pretty darn different vehicles. Now for my $.02. I don't know anyone with a FS or TX but my brother-in-law rented one (FS) on vacation in FL and said it was fantastic. He drives a Durango FWIW. Friends of ours have an Edge SEL and love it too. I've been following along in most TX and Edge forums all over the place as we too are interested in them and their opinions of each seem to reflect the vast majority of others opinions so your Aunt seems to be looking at a couple of great choices. 
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Replying to: baggs32 (Dec 14, 2007 5:40 pm)
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Replying to: cmuniz (Dec 15, 2007 5:53 am) |
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Replying to: baggs32 (Dec 14, 2007 5:40 pm) Just out of curiosity, why is that grad? Pricing aside, the TX and Edge are two pretty darn different vehicles. Well, she likes the seating position and style of the edge, and the 3rd row capability of the TX. We were looking at Ford vehicles for my grandmother's Accord replacement (I wanted her to look at the Taurus Sedan since they can be had for less than the base model Accord and are better equipped). My great aunt tagged along (they are sisters) and she liked the TX and Edge. At the moment, pricing still isn't good enough to get her out of her 2005 Honda Odyssey.
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The current rebate on the TX, which is $1500 in my region, is about to expire on 1/2/2008. Anyone care to guess on what the rebate will be on this vehicle on 1/3? I am guessing that it will increase. What do I base this on? 1. The activity in this forum and others suggests that there aren't many people interested in, or buying this vehicle. 2. Vehicles like the CX-9, Highlander, Enclave, Acadia, and even the Ford Edge and upcoming Flex seem to be getting all of the "buzz", while the TX doesn't seem to be generating as much interest. 3. Since I have been in the market for this vehicle, I've been checking out dealer inventories online. I've seen the same vehicles listed in their inventory for quite a while now. 4. The local highway dealer has had the same TX parked out front for 2 months now. Personally, I am glad that nobody is interested in this vehicle, if it means better incentives, and there is something pleasing about buying and driving a vehicle that nobody else is driving (unlike the Pilot/Highlander). However, as an objective observer, it is a shame that such a fine vehicle seems to be languishing in obscurity. |
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Replying to: thegraduate (Dec 25, 2007 7:03 pm) So it's kind of a "do I want to look cool and sporty in the Edge or a bit more pedestrian but have a more useful vehicle with the TX" kind of thing?
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I've seen many around my area so I was surprised. Not very appealing but very practical and roomy. Oh well, those Ford SUVs may be gaining terrain again. http://jalopnik.com/357692/goodbye-dave-taurus-x-to-say-farewell-by-2010 http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/19/rumormill-ford-taurus-x-cancelled-after-my-20- 09/
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I read that Ford will no longer produce the Taurus x after 2010. I am about to buy this car and I was so excited about it because I did so much research on it and come to find out they are not happy with it. Why are they getting rid of the Taurus X it just came out? 
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Replying to: coolmazda5 (Feb 20, 2008 5:35 pm) |
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Replying to: raezmom3 (Feb 22, 2008 4:51 am) I think Ford's alleged decision (I say that because it is just a rumor) isn't because the actual product is bad. I think it had more to do with numbers than anything else. 1. The Taurus X hasn't sold very well. That is due, in large part, to the lack of advertising by Ford. In contrast, the Ford Edge, which in my opinion is an inferior vehicle, has gotten the bulk of the SUV/CUV advertising, and it shows in its sales. 2. In the next few years, Ford is planning to introduce two new vehicles that would compete directly with the Taurus X, the Flex and the redesigned Explorer (which from what I understand is being redesigned to be more car-like). There isn't much point in having three vehicles in the "3 row people mover" category, so Ford decided to cut the Taurus X loose. I am also planning to purchase a TX soon, but this news doesn't bother me. The car itself is still a superior product, and it's not like I won't be able to get it serviced or anything. The engine and drivetrain are used in other Ford products, and parts suppliers continue to make parts for vehicles that aren't being manufactured anymore. Besides, if you think about it, car manufacturers discontinue models all the time. Usually the new car has the same "name" attached to it so it doesn't feel like the vehicle is being discontinued, but somehow keeping that same name attached to it somehow gives people a different perception. Let's say that the to-be-redesigned Explorer was instead going to be called the "new" Taurus X. People wouldn't be talking about how Ford was dumping the TX, or worried about buying an orphan vehicle. They would be talking about how Ford was improving upon it and staying committed to it. It is all about perception! |
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