Ford WTF

bsramzy · 11-24-2009, 10:24 PM

it is catchy. they definantley know how to capture your attention.

problem is their lineup changes so much between renaming vehicles and adding new models. i dont know how they can keep up.

vash_241987 · 11-24-2009, 10:33 PM

what do you guys think about the ford tarus SHO commericals where they put it up against other luxury cars. IMO....I doubt the interior of a ford can match that of an audi.....and "ecoboost?".....so thats what their calling turbocharged cars these days

too bad its been used for awhile.

m4a1mustang · 11-24-2009, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by vash_241987

what do you guys think about the ford tarus SHO commericals where they put it up against other luxury cars. IMO....I doubt the interior of a ford can match that of an audi.....and "ecoboost?".....so thats what their calling turbocharged cars these days

too bad its been used for awhile.

It's all marketing and like I said, it's working. They have been doing a terrific job.

The SHO is actually a nice car. The materials might not be the same as an Audi, but then again neither is the price. They still are pretty good, though.

And it's not like luxury car material quality is that fantastic to begin with. Take the new Mercedes... they use cheap plastics all over the place!

dad · 11-24-2009, 10:44 PM

^I agree, it is working! There are lots of new Fords out there, lots!

vash_241987 · 11-24-2009, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

It's all marketing and like I said, it's working. They have been doing a terrific job.

The SHO is actually a nice car. The materials might not be the same as an Audi, but then again neither is the price. They still are pretty good, though.

And it's not like luxury car material quality is that fantastic to begin with. Take the new Mercedes... they use cheap plastics all over the place!

hmmm gonna give that one on the MB plastic

driven in their bluetec suv's and let me tell ya, I hate the dash in their m-class, but loved the leather dash in one of their gl-class. I think ford will really blow away the other muscle cars when they introduce the ecoboost mustang....though I heard of purist resisting it, but some say ford will bring back a 5.0 for those who want the v-8

370Zsteve · 11-24-2009, 11:02 PM

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It's all marketing and like I said, it's working. They have been doing a terrific job.

The SHO is actually a nice car. The materials might not be the same as an Audi, but then again neither is the price. They still are pretty good, though.

And it's not like luxury car material quality is that fantastic to begin with. Take the new Mercedes... they use cheap plastics all over the place!

Agreed. SHO just got a terrific review in Car & Driver this month.

Ford and GM are putting out the best vehicles in their history right now, IMHO.

m4a1mustang · 11-24-2009, 11:09 PM

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Agreed. SHO just got a terrific review in Car & Driver this month.

Ford and GM are putting out the best vehicles in their history right now, IMHO.

While I agree, I actually think it's a little sad for GM. The potential is there for them to be great, but they have been so poorly managed for so many years the cars haven't gotten the attention they deserved.

The product line is kind of lacking right now, too. Aside from the Corvette and Camaro there really is nothing in their lineup that stands out in its particular segment.

370Zsteve · 11-24-2009, 11:09 PM

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While I agree, I actually think it's a little sad for GM. The potential is there for them to be great, but they have been so poorly managed for so many years the cars haven't gotten the attention they deserved.

The product line is kind of lacking right now, too. Aside from the Corvette and Camaro there really is nothing in their lineup that stands out in its particular segment.

I agree about GM mgmt. The company was so damned big, hard to change course. But....Everything Cadillac. Everything. And Malibu. I hear the G8 is not going away..good thing.

m4a1mustang · 11-24-2009, 11:11 PM

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Everything Cadillac. Everything.

There's the standout brand right there. As much as I am at odds with GM Corporate, I'd totally pimp me a CTS!

bigaudiofanat · 11-24-2009, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by vash_241987

what do you guys think about the ford tarus SHO commericals where they put it up against other luxury cars. IMO....I doubt the interior of a ford can match that of an audi.....and "ecoboost?".....so thats what their calling turbocharged cars these days

too bad its been used for awhile.

I agree not even close.

I am not sure how they are doing a terrific job if all they can talk about is how you grow a tree. If anything GM is doing a much better job.

m4a1mustang · 11-24-2009, 10:44 PM

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I agree not even close.

I am not sure how they are doing a terrific job if all they can talk about is how you grow a tree. If anything GM is doing a much better job.

Dude... go listen to Akon or something.

For the sake of the humanity, do not major in anything business related.

bigaudiofanat · 11-24-2009, 10:47 PM

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Dude... go listen to Akon or something.

For the sake of the humanity, do not major in anything business related.

LOL no biggie I just think GM is actually trying to get people to buy products. I am not trying to be a business guy of sort.

m4a1mustang · 11-24-2009, 10:53 PM

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LOL no biggie I just think GM is actually trying to get people to buy products. I am not trying to be a business guy of sort.

I find it interesting (and ridiculous) that you think that. All of the evidence points the contrary.

Ford pulls down GM's pants on a daily basis.

bigaudiofanat · 11-24-2009, 10:57 PM

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I find it interesting (and ridiculous) that you think that. All of the evidence points the contrary.

Ford pulls down GM's pants on a daily basis.

This coming from a member with mustang in his name

I am just stating what I see how bad ford commercials are. The truck ones are good but other than that na.

AndyO · 11-25-2009, 09:44 AM

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LOL no biggie I just think GM is actually trying to get people to buy products. I am not trying to be a business guy of sort.

Im sorry to say this matt, I like you I really do, but a lot of your posts are so retarted and ignorant. I think your funny, but you bash a lot of great cars because of the nameplate. Please get over it, a lot of American cars are getting very good, and anyway... what do you drive thats so much better than these "crappy" American cars.

No hard feelings tho ok?

11-24-2009, 10:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
dad Grand Prix of Endurance Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 3,476 Drives: Mulsanne Straight Rep Power: 26	^I agree, it is working! There are lots of new Fords out there, lots! __________________ We can do without any article of luxury we have never had; but once obtained, it is not in human nature to surrender it voluntary.

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bsramzy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: prairieville Posts: 70 Drives: 09 350z maNUAL Rep Power: 16	it is catchy. they definantley know how to capture your attention. problem is their lineup changes so much between renaming vehicles and adding new models. i dont know how they can keep up.

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vash_241987 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Corpus Christi, Tx Posts: 443 Drives: '99 corolla Rep Power: 16	what do you guys think about the ford tarus SHO commericals where they put it up against other luxury cars. IMO....I doubt the interior of a ford can match that of an audi.....and "ecoboost?".....so thats what their calling turbocharged cars these days too bad its been used for awhile.