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Re: Looking forward to my new 2009 FEHL [decker5] by hdtech
Sep 17, 2008 (7:56 pm)
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Replying to: decker5 (Sep 17, 2008 1:04 pm)

decker5
The seats will fold all the way down, but as noted the headrests need to be removed. It is a sort of "2 step" maneuver. First you need to pop up and tuck the seat portion of the back seats into the back of the front seats near the floor. Then you can fully lay down the backs of the back seat. It is a snug fit for sure. I did find it slightly confusing at first.
 
For the cargo. It is there. You just need to lift out the main shell and that gives you access almost all the way to the cupholders. It is very deep. My wife often puts her purse in there when she doesnt want to carry it. Today I had a pretty large camera bag in mine while it was at the body shop
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Re: Additional Charge? [revmin] by burnsva
Sep 18, 2008 (4:07 am)
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Replying to: revmin (Sep 17, 2008 5:03 pm)

The $1,000 price increase (and $30 delivery charge increase) on the '09 FEH's and does not apply to dealer invoice for retail orders placed prior to August 1st. The window sticker simply reflects the current MSRP. If you have a previous confirmed price with your dealer (as I did), you should not have a problem since there was no increase in dealer cost. If, however, you don't have a written agreed price, you could have a problem, depending on the dealer. I placed my order May 8th and mine was built on August 20th. I knew exactly what my cost would be including all taxes, tags and misc fees ahead of time and did not have any difficultly when I picked it up two weeks ago.
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Re: Additional Charge? [burnsva] by decker5
Sep 18, 2008 (7:53 am)
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Replying to: burnsva (Sep 18, 2008 4:07 am)

I agree with Burnsva. My price was set in June and the MSRP was a thou higher at delivery. The dealer made a big point at what a great deal I was getting but there was never any question that I was paying more. It was handled well. So if you have a firm quote (and especially if you put a deposit on the vehicle) there will be no issues with 99% of dealers. If your quote is more wishy-washy but you have an order placed try to firm it up now (rather than at the dealer when picking up the car). Or look at alternatives they can offer to extend the warranty....
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Re: Looking forward to my new 2009 FEHL [hdtech] by decker5
Sep 18, 2008 (7:58 am)
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Replying to: hdtech (Sep 17, 2008 7:56 pm)

Thanks for the tips on the rear seats. I noted the bottom panels did slide forward but never looked at this closely. I shall do so...so thanks to all on that.
 
The main shell was lifted out and there is room there but configuring for a laptop fit is imposible in my view (at least with my unit). But it is still a nice area to dump a wallet, phone and other personal effects.
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Re: Additional Charge? [decker5] by revmin
Sep 19, 2008 (5:48 pm)
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Replying to: decker5 (Sep 18, 2008 7:53 am)

Thanks bunsva an decker5-
 
I should be fine. I do have a written agreement and down payment. I appreciate the info. Now I can walk into the dealer with a good feeling and a solid expectation of the price agreed upon.
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Re: Additional Charge? [revmin] by gene40
Sep 20, 2008 (2:35 pm)
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Replying to: revmin (Sep 19, 2008 5:48 pm)

Not in my case. I ordered a 09EH on 7-20 and I will pick it up monday. When I went to the dealership to see it they told me it is $1030 more even though I had the purchase and sales agreement and $1000 down. I am not happy about this but they say Ford can increase the price even if you have the p and s agreement. I could back out but then I lose my deposit!
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Re: Additional Charge? [gene40] by burnsva
Sep 20, 2008 (3:06 pm)
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Replying to: gene40 (Sep 20, 2008 2:35 pm)

It sounds like you are being ripped off by your dealer.
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Re: Additional Charge? [gene40] by back2ford
Sep 21, 2008 (7:01 am)
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Replying to: gene40 (Sep 20, 2008 2:35 pm)

gen40...sorry to digress, BUT...
 
I'm impressed with your quick delivery date vs. order date. I've been reading these posts for a few months and have seen a whole lot of frustration about delayed production and/or delivery.
 
I placed an order (and deposit) about the same time you did: 7/25 (the dealer did not send to FMC, however, until 7/30). At the time, I was told to not expect delivery until ~ Oct. As of two weeks ago, that has been pushed back to Feb 09!?*?!* Huh?*!?
 
I'm in metro Detroit (Michigan)...would you mind sharing where you live? I'd like to feed this back to my dealer so he can inquire of his Factory Rep. The "story" about first in, first out is full of holes.
 
Thx!
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Re: Additional Charge? [back2ford] by alfredck
Sep 21, 2008 (11:20 am)
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Replying to: back2ford (Sep 21, 2008 7:01 am)

back2ford - I'm also in Metro Detroit. Can I ask which dealership you went to? I went to Royal Oak Ford, ordered on 6/5/08 and so far still no VIN. The FIFO story seems like a lie to me.
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Re: Additional Charge? [alfredck] by jlcomstock
Sep 21, 2008 (4:57 pm)
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Replying to: alfredck (Sep 21, 2008 11:20 am)

The FIFO is definitely a lie.
 
I ordered an FEH June 23rd. Never got a VIN. Long story short, I decided to cancel my order after finding one online about 3 hours away on a lot. I picked it up last weekend.
 
Your guys' frustration over the ordering system isn't new ... many of us have been complaining about it for months on another forum ...
 
www.blueovalforums.com/forums/
 
Look at the 'Escape, Kuga, and Mariner' forum. And then under that, look at ... the '3 Month Order Sitting in USOB" thread and some of the other ones.
 
You'll find that some people ordered in April, the day you could order, and still don't have them. Other people (usually in California) order theirs and receive them within a month.
 
If you're concerned about when you get it, I'd consider looking on cars.com for '09 FEHs sitting on a lot within a reasonable distance from you.

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