Article Comments - 2009 Ford Flex First Look / First Drive / Full Test

66 messages, Last post on Feb 26, 2009 at 6:29 PM

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First Look: 2009 Ford Flex - The 2009 Ford Flex might be another crossover, but at least it's not boring. (more)

First Drive: 2009 Ford Flex - First Impressions: If you like the look of the Flex, there's nothing in the way that it functions that should prevent you from getting it. (more)

Full Test: 2009 Ford Flex Limited AWD - Bottom Line: As everyday transportation, it's the best, most comfortable Ford you can buy. (more)

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#4 of 66 Mini Monster by karjunkie Apr 25, 2008 (6:03 am)
Looks like a giant Mini Clubman!
#5 of 66 2009 Ford Flex by fordkarenann Apr 25, 2008 (7:28 am)
I love the flex! And I can't wait for summer when it officially arrives! Karen Ann in Nanaimo
#6 of 66 curious coincidence???? by traveler73 Apr 25, 2008 (7:28 am)
Ford seems to be borrowing a lot of its vehicle names lately from Gillette shaving products what with the Fusion, Edge, and now the Flex----i think the next one will definitely be the Mach 3 Turbo.......you heard it here first ps - ford exec called the 500 a Homer mobile ----rumor has it guy was bound and gagged and put in janitor closet when this thing debuted Replies to this message: orangelebaron (Apr 25, 2008 6:13 pm)
#7 of 66 Great Wagon by coopergt Apr 25, 2008 (10:55 am)
oh i know that word is passe, but i love my volvo and this is way way cool. i hope ford learnt from volvo and has great safety and well built interiors. audi interiors would be even better, but that might be too much.
#8 of 66 Re: curious coincidence???? [traveler73] by orangelebaron Apr 25, 2008 (6:13 pm)
Replying to: traveler73 (Apr 25, 2008 7:28 am) ...well... Ford did have the Mustang Mach 1, so it's not so out there. As long as they don't have Ford Lady Bic or a Ford Sensitive Skin.
#9 of 66 Another Edsel? by larym Apr 26, 2008 (6:24 am)
Good looking car, but high price and low fuel economy in poor financial time for many households. Not what most people are looking for right now. Replies to this message: winemaker23 (Apr 28, 2008 6:38 am) rgurta (Aug 26, 2008 7:04 am)
#10 of 66 Re: Another Edsel? [larym] by winemaker23 Apr 28, 2008 (6:38 am)
Replying to: larym (Apr 26, 2008 6:24 am) The types of people needing this type of auto (such as myself), are those with multiple children or extended families and who cannot afford to shell out high dollars for such a vehicle just to look a little trendy.... Millions of minivan drivers don't do so for the look of them, that's for sure! And they certainly don't drive minivans for the fuel economy either. I think FORD will miss the mark with this one unless they drop the price. If they do drop the price, they could really capture a larger portion of that market segment, as it is an interesting alternative to the minivan. Or offer a HYBRID option to the vehicle. I'd consider one, but not at the current estimated price!
#11 of 66 Because it's different by mrpepsi Apr 28, 2008 (2:35 pm)
I think it will end up being very popular. Not 100,000 sales popular, but I feel it will get a good share. I also think it will bring quite a few people down from a full sized SUV. Ford might not like losing Expedition sales, but I bet they won't mind gaining Tahoe buyers. With gas where it is, I think people will choose a vehicle that looks hip, but get better gas milleage. I think moms of the skateboarding croud will get pressured by the kids to buy such a different looking vehicle. Replies to this message: paisan (May 01, 2008 4:05 pm) bobw3 (May 11, 2008 8:14 am) fezo (May 13, 2008 4:07 pm) and 2 more... burlapp (Jun 15, 2008 9:05 pm) rcf8000 (Jun 16, 2008 5:53 am) icescort (Aug 22, 2008 12:51 pm) coldcranker (Aug 23, 2008 9:32 am) cccompson (Aug 24, 2008 3:43 pm) and 1 more...
#12 of 66 Like a coffin! by johnzocco Apr 30, 2008 (7:55 pm)
Yeah, the reviewer is right, this thing looks like a huge coffin, and to me, unless you're into the macabre, is not a compliment. This wagon in my opinion is not going to do well. It will be a sales disaster. Ford should concentrate more on fuel efficient vehicles, like Toyota and Honda. Gas in California is almost $4.00/gallon. Who is going to buy this? Sorry, but it's ugly, too expensive and gets poor mileage. For those who really need a "large" SUV, look at the Toyota Highlander or Honda Pilot. They're relatively roomy and fuel efficient, and a whole lot more practical. The Ford Flex, like a coffin, will get buried like one.
#13 of 66 Re: Because it's different [mrpepsi] by paisan May 01, 2008 (4:05 pm)
Replying to: mrpepsi (Apr 28, 2008 2:35 pm) I think moms of the skateboarding croud will get pressured by the kids to buy such a different looking vehicle. This is part of the problem with this country today... Why would the kids dictate what the parents drive? The parents are SUPPOSED to be the ones in charge, not the kids. I guess that's just how messed up our society has become. -mike Replies to this message: bobw3 (May 11, 2008 8:14 am) fezo (May 13, 2008 4:07 pm) fezo (May 13, 2008 5:55 pm) bobw3 (May 15, 2008 7:26 am)