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#345 of 384 Re: I am looking at 2001 Ford Excape lxt [drgums] by johnnyvegas Nov 25, 2008 (7:42 pm)
Replying to: drgums (Nov 24, 2008 12:18 pm) kbb.com trade in value is only a estimate. Chances are it's worth much less than that. there is an old saying in the car business, "there is no such thing as a be back, or a car with blue book". Be backs are those who look and say "I'll be back". A 2001 Ford anything is probably worth $2-3 in my opinion. I spent 15 years in the car business, new and used car manager. Now at a leasing company and only do new without trade in. I'd have a mechanic look at it, or look at a Toyota or Honda to be safe.
#346 of 384 Re: I am looking at 2001 Ford Excape lxt [drgums] by jfritsch Nov 27, 2008 (2:38 am)
Replying to: drgums (Nov 24, 2008 12:18 pm) Yes the engine, transmission, brakes, exhaust, power accessories.... the stuff that can go on any 7 year old used car. Any used car, (Ford, BMW, Honda etc) can be a problem. Some will argue the foreign nameplates are better but still a used car is a used car.   Good luck --jjf   thank you for your advice.....BTW...this Ford is not a problem is it?    I am assuming regular maintenance...clear car fax...etc...    anything else typically go on theses vehicles to watch out for?
#347 of 384 Could this be why sales are down? by rgw Jan 09, 2009 (11:21 am)
I ordered my 2009 Mariner Premier V6 FWD last Oct. 7th. As of today, Jan. 9th , the vehicle has not arrived at the dealership nor can they tell me when it will arrive. Needless to say I took back m deposit and am now looking elsewhere for a new vehicle. Talk about blowing a sure deal, way to go Ford! Replies to this message: parrotheadpete (Jan 12, 2009 9:03 am)
#348 of 384 Re: I am looking at 2001 Ford Excape lxt [drgums] by explorerx4 Jan 09, 2009 (4:49 pm)
Replying to: drgums (Nov 23, 2008 7:01 am) does the dealer have carfax to view? if not, spend a few bucks to get it. it's not 100%, but better than nothing. that 'old person owned it' is an old story. when i bought my mustang in 1991, 2 different dealers tried to sell me low mileage used that were owned by an old guy that passed away and the widow didn't want to keep it. i started feeling that model was cursed. ct isn't all that far from nj, so i guess that pitch is going around the bars. escape-central.C O M is good additional site to look for info.
#349 of 384 Re: Could this be why sales are down? [rgw] by parrotheadpete Jan 12, 2009 (9:03 am)
Replying to: rgw (Jan 09, 2009 11:21 am) Same thing happened to us. We ordered our 2009 Mariner Premier V6 FWD on Columbus Day weekend and was told at the time that it would hit the dealer showroom around late November. Well that time came and went and was told again it was slated to arrive the second week of December. Once again there was a delay until we finally received it on Dec 31st. Though there was some frustration from us and the dealer for the long wait the vehicle is absolutely beautiful. The only reason that I can think of for the delay is that it's due to the extended plant shutdowns around the holiday's where the Mariner is made.
#350 of 384 by rgw Jan 12, 2009 (10:52 am)
Based on the VIN # I was given my vehicle was finally built on Dec. 5th, 2 months after the order was placed. Now 3 months have gone by since I ordered it and no vehicle. My trade-in, a 2005 Mariner, is now worth less so the great deal I received in October is gone. Returning my deposit nullified the deal, but it’s Fords’ loss not mine. I’m sure that in this economy I can find a great deal out there somewhere else! I wonder what Ford will come up with for incentives after today?
#351 of 384 Used 2006 escape xlt awd by niteflite888 Jan 17, 2009 (3:28 pm)
Can someone offer me some advice. I am considering buying an 06 escape xlt awd with approx 35,000 miles. I have never owned a ford before... only honda, toyota, and vw. i am looking into this car only because of the price... for an 06 crv or rav4 with similar miles and options i'd have to pay at least 3,000 to 4,000 more. and that's based on list price... i haven't negotiated on the price yet.   my concerns would be the reliability of the car.. i don't want to end up having to take the car in for repairs on a regular basis. generally speaking, how is the reliability? should i shell out the extra 3-4,000 for an import? Replies to this message: indydan1 (Jan 17, 2009 5:04 pm) borderdog (Jan 20, 2009 1:53 pm) indydan1 (Jan 24, 2009 8:32 am)
#352 of 384 Re: Used 2006 escape xlt awd [niteflite888] by indydan1 Jan 17, 2009 (5:04 pm)
Replying to: niteflite888 (Jan 17, 2009 3:28 pm) I just traded in my '06 XLT 4X4 for a new '09. It had almost 35K miles, and other than taking it in for schedules maintenance (oil changes, tires rotation, etc), it never gave me a moment's worth of trouble....a very reliable vehicle! I would make sure that the vehicle has had its' 30,000 mile service, as this is a fairly major one. Pricewise, I noticed the dealer now has my 06 on the lot and are asking $14,995 for it. I got about 11,000 for it on trade-in (lousy resale value), so my guess is that somewhere around 13K would be a fair price range, but I would check the Edmunds TMV price as a guide. Replies to this message: borderdog (Jan 20, 2009 1:53 pm) indydan1 (Jan 24, 2009 8:32 am)
#353 of 384 Re: Used 2006 escape xlt awd [indydan1] by borderdog Jan 20, 2009 (1:53 pm)
Replying to: indydan1 (Jan 17, 2009 5:04 pm) Indydan, I'm looking for a good used Escape. What dealership has your old car and can you describe it more so I can look for it online? Thanks. Replies to this message: indydan1 (Jan 24, 2009 8:32 am)
#354 of 384 Re: Used 2006 escape xlt awd [borderdog] by indydan1 Jan 24, 2009 (8:32 am)
Replying to: borderdog (Jan 20, 2009 1:53 pm) Borderdog...   It is at Andy Mohr Ford in Plainfield, Indiana...slightly west of Indianapolis. They do have a website and I am not sure if I can post it here, but you can easily google it. The car is shown online along with several photos. It is a silver XLT Sport 4X4. I was out that way the other day to look at it just to kill some time, and they had it on the lot and did a great job getting it cleaned up. It has several options, including the 6-disk audiophile system, running boards, and the towing package. It ran great and was used mostly for driving back and forth to work on the highway. Not sure where you're at, but it's worth taking a look at. Good luck!

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