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13225 messages, Last post on Nov 26, 2009 at 4:51 AM
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Replying to: captain2 (Aug 14, 2008 5:44 am) Yes, because we know VW builds high-quality and long-lasting pieces of equipment!  
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Replying to: thegraduate (Aug 14, 2008 6:16 am)
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Replying to: captain2 (Aug 14, 2008 6:53 am) I'm a worrier, and no matter how much more fun the VW would be, the Ford wouldn't make me nervous on a long trip. After seeing two different friends of the family with VWs (2001, 2004) and how they both have POOR reliability, I wouldn't touch one for many years; not with my checkbook, anyway.
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Replying to: thegraduate (Aug 14, 2008 7:04 am) Many reports have shown Ford making a drastic improvement in dependability. Even CR recommends all of their sedans now. For has also taken a huge step in the interior quality of their vehicles. I drove a Flex today at my Ford store, and while I did not care for the vehicle its self (style or ride), the build quality and materials used were very very good. I think Ford is really about to take off once their Euro designs go on sale here in the U.S.. They wont be in dire straights for too much longer.
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Replying to: aviboy97 (Aug 14, 2008 7:14 am) |
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Replying to: thegraduate (Aug 14, 2008 7:04 am) this - I find interesting given your age - so young to be so practical! The VW (assume we're talking the Passat here,) while certainly more expensive does offer a much better driving dynamic as well as 'better' engine choices than any Ford. The 3.6 V6 is an engine that rivals the Toyota and Nissan V6s in many respects while the only car in this group that could even pretend to 'feel' like a Passat is probably the Mazda6- another car that is geared toward the younger buyer. Not that many years ago VW had a rep for making reliable cars - how things can change.
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Replying to: captain2 (Aug 14, 2008 7:47 am) As in regards to the Mazda6 as being a young persons cars, Mazda has changed the target audience. Mazda has targeted the 40-55 yr old crowd with the new 6. A lot of current owners are not too happy about this. I on the other hand happen to really like it, even though I'm 28. I really think it's a much superior product then the 1st gen, and I also think it handles just as well. I'm still getting used to the overall size. It is much much bigger. |
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Replying to: aviboy97 (Aug 14, 2008 7:56 am) going to be very tough sell - this is where the big boys play |
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Replying to: aviboy97 (Aug 14, 2008 7:56 am) To each their own. I prepared for the future by getting a sensible, midsize sedan. Thank goodness I didn't buy a Mustang. 
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Replying to: captain2 (Aug 14, 2008 8:26 am) Now, the kicker is marketing and repeat Mazda6 gen-1 buyers. Look for the first advertisements in early September. Accord to Mazda, they have spent $$$$$ on the ad campaign. If they sell the target numbers of 100K, the car is a total success, and Mazda did it's job.
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