2013 Stangs Landing....
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Too many overdramatic pessimists! There is no way the Mustang will ever return to anything near like a Mustang II. That means no crude, lowly and slow Pinto-based mechanicals. The current Mustang is too big and it is just 1970's history repeating itself. Now I am not saying the next Mustang should be an anemic FWD car that is too small. I just think there needs to be a reduction in length and some width. Of course it should remain RWD and I certainly do not mind if it has 4-cyl Ecoboost engine as standard in true SVO spirit as long as Ford will offer V6 and V8 options for those who want it. Ford should be able to show off 4-cyl tech as well as V8 tech. As long as a Mustang remains fun to drive and good looking while paying respect to tradition then I see no problem.
It will be nice to see a forward evolution of the Mustang theme worked into some new shapes and forms.
It will be nice to see a forward evolution of the Mustang theme worked into some new shapes and forms.
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So, as for '13's landing....
I order all the Mustangs for the dealership I work at. Our first '13 for store inventory was built on 2/29 and had an original ETA of 3/21, but that just got pushed back to 3/29. No surprises, since they're doing quality holds & checks before releasing them.
Our first customer order is being built 3/26 and has an ETA of 4/10, but I suspect that the quality checks will delay that a bit, as well.
So far, all that we've gotten scheduled are GT Coupes. No verts, no V6's, and no Bosses; even though we have some of each ordered.
I order all the Mustangs for the dealership I work at. Our first '13 for store inventory was built on 2/29 and had an original ETA of 3/21, but that just got pushed back to 3/29. No surprises, since they're doing quality holds & checks before releasing them.
Our first customer order is being built 3/26 and has an ETA of 4/10, but I suspect that the quality checks will delay that a bit, as well.
So far, all that we've gotten scheduled are GT Coupes. No verts, no V6's, and no Bosses; even though we have some of each ordered.
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So, as for '13's landing....
I order all the Mustangs for the dealership I work at. Our first '13 for store inventory was built on 2/29 and had an original ETA of 3/21, but that just got pushed back to 3/29. No surprises, since they're doing quality holds & checks before releasing them.
Our first customer order is being built 3/26 and has an ETA of 4/10, but I suspect that the quality checks will delay that a bit, as well.
So far, all that we've gotten scheduled are GT Coupes. No verts, no V6's, and no Bosses; even though we have some of each ordered.
I order all the Mustangs for the dealership I work at. Our first '13 for store inventory was built on 2/29 and had an original ETA of 3/21, but that just got pushed back to 3/29. No surprises, since they're doing quality holds & checks before releasing them.
Our first customer order is being built 3/26 and has an ETA of 4/10, but I suspect that the quality checks will delay that a bit, as well.
So far, all that we've gotten scheduled are GT Coupes. No verts, no V6's, and no Bosses; even though we have some of each ordered.
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Originally Posted by 05fordgt
What's wrong with the new Fusion design? Its stunning and gorgeous!! Your one of only a small few who don't like it. Its an Aston Martin for everyone!!
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Originally Posted by Topnotch
what a surprise.. another '10-'12 owner that doesn't like the '13
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The New Fusion reminds me of the old Contour (Remember That?). Ya, it's a little bigger, but generally the "soft" lines make it look very generic. Looks wise, nowhere near as nice as the Kia Optima. All I am saying is enjoy these days while you can. The days of 500 plus HP are surely ending. I don't oppose a car in the same class as the Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ, just saying what we all enjoy now will be truly missed...
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The New Fusion reminds me of the old Contour (Remember That?). Ya, it's a little bigger, but generally the "soft" lines make it look very generic. Looks wise, nowhere near as nice as the Kia Optima. All I am saying is enjoy these days while you can. The days of 500 plus HP are surely ending. I don't oppose a car in the same class as the Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ, just saying what we all enjoy now will be truly missed...
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Oh, and I completely disagree with you regarding the stunning 2013 Ford Fusion.
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