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I didn't find much in the way of photos, did you? I will ponder this one, I really, really, want a diesel on my next vehicle. Ford would get the nod if they threw in one of theirs and upped the mpg to about 30, John |
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redesigned Explorer, I might consider it instead of the Expy, as it may be Ford's answer to the Avalanche, but on a smaller scale... If the Trac is based on the 2002 redesign, placing it always one step BEHIND the current Expy, then I may not look twice... Do you know which model it will be based upon???...the current Trac is still based on the 1998 Expy, which is virtually a Ford Ranger, if I am not mistaken... |
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| The 2007 Sport Trac is based on the 2006 Explorer, so it has the new frame, rear suspension, interior, V8, and so forth. | |
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Replying to: biggs2 (Sep 06, 2005 1:06 pm) |
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| I understand the 07 ST is based on the 06 Exp. I know several people that have 05 Explorers and have had numerous problems, rear axle, tranmissions and fuel gauge to name a few. I currently drive an 03 ST and was ready to get an 05 until I heard about the 07 coming in the spring. I sure hope they have worked out the bugs. | |
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http://www.fordvehicles.com/futurevehicles/2007explorersporttrac/ I am greatly surprised, the new Sportrac is supposed to be on the streets in 3 months or so, and this is a huge new vehicle upgrade from Ford competing directly with the Honda Ridgeline which just won MT truck of the year, Detroit News truck of the year, etc. At least there are a few more pictures available now (above link) but it is hard to discern any major differences from the current look. John
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Replying to: once_for_all (Dec 22, 2005 9:21 am)  Had no idea this was coming out SO soon! 1. Love the optional V8! 2. 6-speed auto tranny! 3. Interior is impressive also. 4. Tonneau cover and in floor storage. 5. New Explorer Safety systems. Bummed the styling is SO derivative though.  The 4-trac version is MUCH more appealing. 
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Replying to: once_for_all (Dec 22, 2005 9:21 am) Even with the 2007 Sport Trac featured prominently on their website, Ford is still keeping their clear photos "close to the vest" to use a poker term. The ones shown are taken at extreme angles and/or have the vehicle covered in mud. As of January 21, 2005 the dealer near my home anticipates that they'll have the new vehicles "on the ground" in their showroom within thirty days. He didn't pressure me about "getting on a waiting list" or any of that other dealer nonsense...and he simply invited me to call them back in another two weeks to see if there have been further developments. If Nissan or Toyota started to offer nicer upgrades (such as leather seats) to their Frontier or Tacoma pickups, I might be tempted to look at them, too. This lack of upgrades had me briefly considering the F-150 Lariat SuperCrew...but I honestly can't justify the big size. Ford could potentially have a winner on their hands with the new Sport Trac for people like me who don't haul heavy stuff, but periodically bulky items like bicycles, sporting equipment, landscaping supplies, boxes, bulk-store purchases, etc. C'mon Ford, show us some decent 2007 Sport Trac photographs already! ~ Blue Jays ~
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Replying to: bluejays (Jan 22, 2006 3:47 pm) John |
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Replying to: once_for_all (Jan 22, 2006 8:24 pm) The salespeople with whom I spoke at the dealership said that the improved Sport Trac will have the technology improvements of the 2006 Explorer along with the updated sheetmetal. They also told me the rear will look much more similar to the "squared-off" F-150 pickup. The extra length in the bed might even allow it to fit some motorcycles or quad-runners depending upon size. They gladly showed all their internal-use-only literature, but they weren't allowed to distribute that to potential customers. It apparently contained alot of "salesy" techniques for them to use. The brochures for customers are anticipated to be out within two weeks. Lead time if you need an Explorer Sport Trac built to your specifications is running twelve weeks or so as best that they could estimate. ~ Blue Jays ~ |
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