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What is this discussion about? Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, Sedan

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#3004 of 3018 Re: Regarding Erin's review [gregg_vw] by akirby

Jan 04, 2013 (1:53 pm)

Replying to: gregg_vw (Jan 04, 2013 12:41 pm)
As you well know I tend to get wound up over this stuff way more than I should. And it's not just a Ford thing - that's just where I spend most of my time. Biased and inaccurate reporting irks me to no end.
 
Maybe that's why my blood pressure is a little higher than it should be. I'll try to do more ignoring and less ranting.

#3005 of 3018 Re: Regarding Erin's review [akirby] by gregg_vw

Jan 05, 2013 (6:49 pm)

Replying to: akirby (Jan 04, 2013 1:53 pm)
Ah...you're ok, Allen. Just a bit a a fanboi...

#3006 of 3018 I think this latest review clinches it by gregg_vw

Feb 10, 2013 (4:40 pm)

http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/reviews/drives/2013-lincoln-mkz-test-drive
 
The new MKZ is so much better than the 2012. Yet it competes in a 2013 environment that reasonably can expect more, given the competition.
 
If you drive a car for awhile as these testers did, and conclude that there is little to be gained for that $20K over the Fusion Titanium, that is a problem. For Lincoln it is a big problem, because this car cannot be redone for at least five more years.

#3007 of 3018 Re: I think this latest review clinches it [gregg_vw] by akirby

Feb 11, 2013 (9:44 am)

Replying to: gregg_vw (Feb 10, 2013 4:40 pm)
I don't think the $20K comparison is valid because it includes features not available on the Fusion like THX stereo, LED adaptive headlamps, retractable glass roof, 3.7L V6, Lincoln ride control.
 
I priced a MKZ and it was about $10K more than a comparably equipped Fusion Titanium. For that you get a longer warranty, free maintenance, upgraded materials, Lincoln Ride Control, LED headlamps, heated and cooled seats, push button shifter and lots of smaller upgrades.
 
Whether those extra things are worth $10K is really a personal decision. For some it is and others (like me) it isn't. But at least you're not getting a rebadge job.
 
I also think the MKZ will get a major facelift for 2015 with a new front that's closer to the MKC concept and engine upgrades. They're not going to wait 5 years.

#3008 of 3018 Re: I think this latest review clinches it [akirby] by gregg_vw

Feb 12, 2013 (12:57 pm)

Replying to: akirby (Feb 11, 2013 9:44 am)
Engine upgrades good. Money spent modifying front clip--w which already resembles the MKC clip--probably a waste of resources. Put it instead into more luxurious feel to the push button transmission, or upgraded door panel trimmings.

#3009 of 3018 new MKZ impression by tommyycar

Feb 16, 2013 (9:59 am)

I really like this car. And I am thinking of getting one. My biggest pet peeve is that the pricing out of this car seems to have mastered the greedy art of making the buyer pay for lots of stuff he doesn't want in order to get one simple thing he DOES want. Case in point, I really like rain sensing wipers. But the only way to get these in this car is to buy a technology package (costing thousands of dollars) that I do not want in order to get them. What on earth do rain sense wipers have to do with all the electronic gadgetry? These should be standard on a vehicle purported to be a luxury vehicle anyway! I will wait until the 2014 model comes out to see if Lincoln has rethought hits option packaging.

#3010 of 3018 Re: new MKZ impression [tommyycar] by akirby

Feb 16, 2013 (12:18 pm)

Replying to: tommyycar (Feb 16, 2013 9:59 am)
Don't count on it. This isn't just a Ford thing. If you make every option a la carte that's great for someone ordering a vehicle but it sucks for the dealers who have to maintain inventory.

#3011 of 3018 Re: Lincoln Fusion/Mondeo/MKZ [brucelinc] by alex1212

Feb 20, 2013 (7:37 pm)

Replying to: brucelinc (Dec 19, 2012 8:04 am)
Was planning on looking at the MKZ but when the date kept being pushed back I began to wonder if they were having problems. Also if I waited much longer the 2014 would be out. I also started getting nervous about trade in value when I wanted to trade it in so I went with the Lexus ES-350. Bought it in December. Love it. Very pleased that I bought it instead of the MKZ. Lexus just seems to have a better name & reputation than Lincoln.

#3012 of 3018 Re: Lincoln Fusion/Mondeo/MKZ [alex1212] by jerrys2

Feb 21, 2013 (6:33 am)

Replying to: alex1212 (Feb 20, 2013 7:37 pm)
My experience exactly ... I purchased the 350 in Oct. With all the hype beginning in 2012, I anticipated 2013 MKZ would be available by Sept. Suspect there were labor and/or production problems in Mexico. Love the 350 and the dealership Lincoln has a long way to go to catch up here. As I said previously In many dealerships Lincoln seems to be an afterthought to Ford cars and trucks. Miss my 2008 MKZ but not the dealership experience. 350 is great and will consider the RX to replace my SUV.
 
Jerry

#3013 of 3018 Lincoln dealerships by alakerson

Feb 21, 2013 (8:26 am)

Ah, the dealership experience -- to me that is Lincoln's Achilles heel. I am on my 3rd leased MKZ, have always liked the room, the quality -- and getting all the bells and whistles for much less than similar AWD cars. But on my second and third Lincolns, I came close to gettng another brand simply because of the dealership. And as someone else said, I got the idea that at this dealership, Lincoln was a poor stepchild. In fact, with all three MKZs, I started taking them to another Ford dealer for service and warranty work; much more pleased with them and their customer service.

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