I saw this on my local SVTOA web site. Tell me it can't be true!
What do you think? Can this happen? It would certainly lower the value to me as a consumer.

Jim

 

I think someone spoke too soon.

Some of our fellow Mustang enthusiasts sometimes have a difficult time separating fact from fiction.

From the latest:



From the concept:

 

I'd like to think your right, but this was not an old post and I've heard the same thing from another SVT employee.

I so want this to be wrong....

 

This rumor seems to have some legs. I hope that it is all wrong but only time will tell.

 

Even if SVT were "shut down", I can't see Ford removing the badging. It would not give them any advantage. They still own the SVT moniker, the car is already designed and ready for production. Taking them off would only cost more to get everything changed.

 

With Ford taking a 30000 employee cut, SVT will take a hit too, contrary to what some here say.

 

With Ford taking a 30000 employee cut, the possibility of rumors originating from one or a few of those 30,000 happy employees is not an impossibility.

 

This is absolutely 100% false. This is a response from a "higher up" at SVT:

SVT badging on GT500 has not changed. It will be on wheel centercaps, seats, rocker scuffplates, cluster and shift light.

Also: Some contract employees supporting SVT marketing were let go as part of last week's restructuring. We are consolidating all performance related marketing activities to have a more holistic approach to racing, high performance products, and aftermarket performance parts business.

 

One would think common sense would be the first logical approach before pessimism is selected. It is beyond comprehension why negative news are so appealing.

 

You must not watch much TV.

 

I can see it happening in the near future. Ford's financial troubles in N/A need to change or we could very well see deep cuts in SVT. If Ford doesn't turn around soon, I am sure financially they will have to cut a lot of the "special" programs internally and run lean.

 

George, there wasn't anything appealing about this information from my my side, more like a refusal to even want to consider it - but there is was. I agree that some take pride in spreading half-truths for 'excitement' - believe me that was never my intent.

I posted this trying to get to the truth - which I believe 100% we have just done - in less that 24 hours! - This is a great site. I am delighted to pass this final news around as well.

Thanks Brad ! I am VERY happy with your news.

Jim
PS: I will edit the topic thread title as well.

 

I think SVT would help boost the image of the Ford brand. It would be worth the cost to have them work on making existing cars like the Fusion even better just like SRT for Dodge. Even if people don't buy that SVT model it helps generate more interest in the car and more overall sale.

 

I know, we are a different breed around here. I was referring to the idiot of post #4 of the link. Some people just thrive on and enjoy bringing bad news to those who have plans of realizing their dreams.

 

where will it say "SVT" on the seats?

 

good question. The pic I have of the seat has a Cobra, but, no SVT. I hope they don't remove the snake and put SVT there instead. I like the Cobra.

 

oh jesh.... here we go again... I'm staying out of this one

 

I would choose suggestive multi purpose words reeeeeeeeeeal carefully.

 

First, I think I smell a C/T ...

Secondly, perhaps the Snake is considered an SVT mark? Just guessing.

 

Think I'll edit that one.