2012 Mustang key fob?
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2012 Mustang key fob?
Is Ford finally getting rid of the horrible integrated key fob that they've been using since 2008/2009-ish? I'm looking at the 2012 GT but if it uses an antiquated key fob and key, I'm going to wait a few more model years before replacing my 07. A lot of Ford's competitors and even Mazda have keyless entry and ignition, which works beautifully. I rented a 2010 Nissan and I use a button on the dash to turn on or turn off the engine.
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Doesn't the new Fiesta have full keyless entry? It's definitely a feature I would love to have. I doubt we'll see it until the 2014 redesign. The current dash layout doesn't have any good places for a start button.
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I rented a 2010 Mustang V6 and the integrated fob/key was so large that it kept digging into my thigh when it was in my pocket. I hate having to use a key to start the car when almost every Japanese/German car has the latest keyless ignition/entry system. Mazda has had it for nearly 10 years now.
I'd settle for going back to the older fob/key since it is at least smaller.
I'd settle for going back to the older fob/key since it is at least smaller.
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That one on the right is a switchblade key? That would certainly take care of the digging into the thigh problem.
I too rented a Nissan on a recent trip but I found the keyless setup to be an annoying gimmick. The range was extremely limited... you have to stand within a couple of feet of the door or trunk to get it to unlock. So I found myself using the remote unlock just like any other car - take it out of my pocket and push the button when approaching the car. Since I already had key in hand, the start button was no advantage. Chacun son goût (to each his own).
I too rented a Nissan on a recent trip but I found the keyless setup to be an annoying gimmick. The range was extremely limited... you have to stand within a couple of feet of the door or trunk to get it to unlock. So I found myself using the remote unlock just like any other car - take it out of my pocket and push the button when approaching the car. Since I already had key in hand, the start button was no advantage. Chacun son goût (to each his own).
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I agree with you that I really wished it came with a push-button start. Even my friend's RAV4 has it. ![Mad](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/smilies/mad.gif)
Heck even if they had to make it as an option, or only on the high end models, that would have been better.
But like stangfoeva said, personally speaking I wouldn't base my decision to buy/not buy a car based on the keyfob.
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Heck even if they had to make it as an option, or only on the high end models, that would have been better.
But like stangfoeva said, personally speaking I wouldn't base my decision to buy/not buy a car based on the keyfob.
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i agree with that i was looking at a new S4 and was surpirsed that MMI doesnt have half the functionality that sync does. I use the voice control for ipod and sirius everyday i wouldnt want to give that up for a more expensive car...
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I wish the emergency button would be indented so that it's not so easy to accidentally press it
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Is Ford finally getting rid of the horrible integrated key fob that they've been using since 2008/2009-ish? I'm looking at the 2012 GT but if it uses an antiquated key fob and key, I'm going to wait a few more model years before replacing my 07. A lot of Ford's competitors and even Mazda have keyless entry and ignition, which works beautifully. I rented a 2010 Nissan and I use a button on the dash to turn on or turn off the engine.
LOL - Your post brought to mind this great Ace Ventura quote to Lois Einhorn: "Your gun is digging into my hip."
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Did I really just read that??? You wont buy a 5.0 because of the key.
I agree! Unless the 2012 Model comes with sheepskin floor mats and bamboo from the finest forest in china I refuse to take the car!
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America is becoming a nation of wussies!
i'm surprised no one else used that quote yet. i prefer having an actual key and turning the ignition. maybe i'm old school, but i don't like too many electronics taking over the small essentials like getting into my car and turning it on.
i'm surprised no one else used that quote yet. i prefer having an actual key and turning the ignition. maybe i'm old school, but i don't like too many electronics taking over the small essentials like getting into my car and turning it on.
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America is becoming a nation of wussies!
i'm surprised no one else used that quote yet. i prefer having an actual key and turning the ignition. maybe i'm old school, but i don't like too many electronics taking over the small essentials like getting into my car and turning it on.
i'm surprised no one else used that quote yet. i prefer having an actual key and turning the ignition. maybe i'm old school, but i don't like too many electronics taking over the small essentials like getting into my car and turning it on.
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Maybe we should go back to horse drawn carriages while we're at it. I think it's a legitimate complaint considering it's standard on the $14,320 Fiesta, not really a deal breaker for me though. The amount of electronics in modern cars is astonishing, and it's only going to increase.
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The day that cars drive themselves is coming, and that will be a very good thing, but at the same time, it will be very bad.
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Dang, my '45 Ford pickup had a push button start.....and no vent windows.....and locking steering......nothing new, just another "thing" to call new.
But....to not buy because of it....sounds to me like a reason to use instead of saying you cannot afford one......just my thoughts.....
But....to not buy because of it....sounds to me like a reason to use instead of saying you cannot afford one......just my thoughts.....