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It's not just the current situation. I just get tired of how much better set up and organized the foreign competition is at the auto shows, the corporate web sites, and the fact that the second Detroit ups the competition the competition has already put something new in the field that's arguably better again. I mean Ford keeps saying how they are more fuel efficient than Camry but that's not ended up being the case. I4 vs I4 2010s the Camry won already unless we are talking the stripped down Fusion. I'm not saying I'm not going to get the Fusion, but I have to toss the Camry into this and it just depresses me to no end. The only reason I need to get a car now is I'm tired of thinking about it.
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Replying to: milkman1 (Mar 16, 2009 5:53 pm) I thought Ford looked good at Detroit and LA, I didn't get to go to Chicago though. Was this one of the main shows or dealer level? In Detroit, the Ford display was the most interactive and arguably the coolest one there (also had the most new product). I don't know, I guess its just depressing to hear stuff like that after it seems like so much effort went into it. the corporate web sites, I noticed on the Honda and Toyota websites, it can be challenging to figure out how much anything actually costs. Was there a particular piece that the Ford website wasn't handling? I mean Ford keeps saying how they are more fuel efficient than Camry but that's not ended up being the case. I4 vs I4 2010s the Camry won already unless we are talking the stripped down Fusion. I'm not saying I'm not going to get the Fusion, but I have to toss the Camry into this and it just depresses me to no end. I don't know of any mechanical differences between the S, SE and SEL 4 cylinder Fusions except for maybe some weight gain for a power seat and sun roof and stuff like that. I don't know why it would be so dramatically different. There is nothing wrong with a Camry. Lots of people buy them and are satisfied with them. The Fusion is a competitive entry into a crowded market. It seems like both vehicles are reliable, both vehicles have a dealer network that can handle the service and maintenance, both vehicles have a lot of advanced options available, you just have to decide what things are important to you and go for it. I can't take the crappy bluetooth visor clip on deal anymore and the lack of an iPod interface kills me, so SYNC is important to me. I don't care for the ride and handling of the Camry, I like something that feels a little sportier. I do like the sunroof, and I need a manual transmission, so that narrows things down even more. I guess I like rooting for the underdog. I feel so vested, its just a car 
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Replying to: milkman1 (Mar 16, 2009 5:53 pm) If you prefer soft handling look into Sonata and Malibu for comparision with Camry. Or wait for new Buick LaCrosse - it appears to be very exiting car and its sibling Opel Insignia was a winner of European Car fo the Year in 2008. |
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Replying to: savetheland (Mar 17, 2009 4:47 pm)
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Replying to: akirby (Mar 18, 2009 4:25 am) Sad, but true. I doubt my grandmother bought her 2002 Accord (4-cyl, LX) because it was a sportier offering, at the time. She bought it because she could see out of it well (low cowl/widely adjustable seat), got good mileage, it was comfortable, and had a dealer literally 45 seconds from home. Would a Camry suit her better? Possibly, but at the time, the Honda looked better to her, and could be had cheaper (end of that model run, and the Camry was newer). Plus, she'd gotten 120k of excellent service from her '96 Accord, which I actually own today. It now has 190k miles. 
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Replying to: akirby (Mar 18, 2009 4:25 am)
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Replying to: savetheland (Mar 19, 2009 4:52 pm) The fact that the Camry outsells the Accord should tell you something. |
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| My 06 SEL V6 is a wonderful car. I recommend over a Camry/Accord. | |
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I received an e-mail from my dealer today. He stated the allocation listing just came out and mine is scheduled for build in mid April and I should expect delivery late April or early May. The order went in on March 2nd. He also gave me the VIN. I did a VIN results search on fleet.ford.com and it's already listed there. I tried to enter it at the fordvehicles.com owners web site and it stated it wasn't a valid number. Anyway, that's all good news to me and a few steps closer to my new ride. Fusion SEL Sport Blue Metallic 2.5L I4 Moon and Tune Remote Starter |
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Replying to: cannon3 (Mar 20, 2009 3:47 pm) I drove an 09 Fusion SEL V-6 yesterday. Seems to have lots of pep, seats were supportive and the ride was firm, but not harsh. Ford dealer stated Ford currently has $3500 rebate. Car is about $27,400 (sticker), so wondered if Ford is also dealing well on these cars. I was impressed, and wondered how long you have owned your Fusion and how you like it. Thanks. |
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