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2007 Fusion will offer a performance version - no other details except it won't be a full blown SVT or ST version.
2007 Fusion will offer a new purplish pearlescent color plus additional red color options - inside and outside.
37% of Fusion sales are conquests from non Ford brands. The top 5 are Camry, Altima, Accord, Pasat and Civic.
Average age of Fusion buyers is 46, segment average is 47. Camry is between 52 and 55.
Fusion has met sales and market share goals every month.
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One thing driving the age of Scion buyers up is the fact that many of them are bought by parents for high school and college aged children who are the primary drivers.
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I was concerned that it might inherit this problem from the Mazda 6. It's good to hear that it's been addressed.
You own a 24 year old Fusion?
Sorry I couldn't resist.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
How do the above 24/25 year olds like the car? ANy thoughts would be appreciated.
I drove fusion, camry and accord. In my opinion, the fusion has a much younger and sportier look than the other two, which look more like baby boomer cars to me. In addition, it has a nimbler feel that I think people in their mid-20's appreciate. With all incentives factored in, I was able to get a V6 SEL for under $19k. There's no way I could get anywhere close to this much car for the same money if I bought Japanese. Of course, I don't have ABS and side curtain air bags (which I believe are standard on camry and accord) but the extra "safety" bells and whistles are less important to me than feel, looks, power, etc. I'm not sure if this opinion is shared by other twentysomethings, but it's the way I feel.
Is the turning radius an issue as was commented in a cosumer magazine; saying it was rather wide?????
I suspect the Milan/Fusion will appeal to a wide range age wise.
He is going to add an after market navigation system.
Spelling error in post #3379 SON not sun!! My typo error.
From what I've read, the '07 Camry has improved it's handling and feel, but not by much, and the stability control system is VERY intrusive, and can't be completely turned off, a big no-no in my book. The Fusion/Milan, IMO, is more for a person that LOVES to drive, and I mean DRIVE, not just cruise. The road feel, handling, and stability at speed is great, with next to no body roll in corners. I felt nothing but confidence when I test-drove the Fusion, taking corners on a dime, and driving at speed. IMO, the only thing better at this in it's class is the Mazda 6 (which I bought in '04 and still love to drive everyday).
Both the Camry and Fusion has their good and bad points, and your son should fully explore each car before he buys. Test-drive each of them multiple times, back-to-back if possible. Take one home for the night if possible. Make sure he tries out a few others as well, such as the 6, Honda Accord, and Subaru Legacy. There are lots of good choices out there, it's just a matter of what he likes and values the most. Good luck!
Yes, the turning radius is big - 38.7 compared to 36.1 in Camry and Accord. Once you get used to it it's not bad - you might have to back up to get into a tight parking space every now and then. But I wouldn't call it a deal breaker. The steering and suspension more than make up for it.
I'd agree that this is a small minus for a car with a lot of pluses.
Starting to see more Fusion/Milan in my area. I did not see any for the longest time after they went on sale..
Under 20K for an SEL V6@! Wow... Honda/Toyota will have a heck of a time matching that...
The good news is that Ford considers the regular rebate to be a downpayment if you take the rebate instead of the rate.
You can still get the "Matching Down Rebate" even with no money out of your pocket.
The catch is that you have to finance through Ford Credit which may not offer the lowest rates you qualify for.
Mark.
Our credit union lets you get the new car loan rate on cars with less than 6 months of ownership and less than 6,000 (?) miles on them - they call in the "second chance" loan. I'd see if you can find one and wait out the 3 months on your Ford loan.
If the dealer says that a minimum of X payments are required in order to get the rebate, ask to see the paperwork that says that. Very simple.
Yes, I was concerned about that, too, since I have a great relationship with my salesman and he gave me X plan pricing. But again I never saw any paperwork, rebate or otherwise, that said I had to keep it 3 months. Normally that would be spelled out clearly and you would have to sign something acknowledging it.
I think the 3 month thing is just something that Ford Credit wants them to tell you in hopes you'll forget about the refinancing. But you should double check to be safe - or just wait 3 months.
If I were you, I'd let it go the 3 months. The dealership basically earned little off the deal - toss 'em a bone.
Mark.
Yes its true, the sun bleached aluminum foil rear light ricer design on its own is a deal breaker for me. It already happened 3 years ago when a V6 Altima was at the top of my list, and I ended up buying something normal instead.
Mark.