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I was correct - AGAIN
Join Date: May 2010
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Things to take note of when the data is released:
Territory - will the new model continue the strong start? Falcon - EcoLPI was delayed so will not figure in this data. Another sub-2000 month. Cruze - how close will it get to the Commodore? |
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Also how has the new Focus fared?
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I can honestly say that I have seen more new territories on the road these past two weeks than I have new FPV's since the new V8 was released. Not a direct comparison I know, but it appears the territories are selling quite well
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Mondeos too. I have seen many new ones in the past three weeks, way more than in previous months.
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Join Date: Sep 2010
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I'm seeing Mondeos everywhere I go now. I don't blame the public for buying them; they're a great car in so many respects.
I expect Mondeo to come second in its segment to Camry this month. Edit: From my observations at least, the Mondeo seems to have a great 'word of mouth' reputation that, unfortunately, the Falcon doesn't seem to enjoy, even though it deserves to. Those that have heard of the Mondeo either rave about how good the car is or say something to the effect of "What's that like? I hear some great things about it".
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Have you driven one? I have driven a Diesel Titanium and it shat all over the LV.... ![]()
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My opinion of the new Focus is the Titanium is overpriced..$38k driveaway???
The other models are priced competitively..The salesman said "the price reflects the European quality and technology" at that price, I would be looking at a Mondeo Zetec. I know you don't pay retail but if you got it down to $36k..its still exxy for a mid size car.. Its up against the Kia Optima, i45, Suzy's Kizashi etc..Ford are going to have a hard time selling the Titanium, at that price. I expect it might be dropped within a year, like the Focus Ghia was.Shame, nice car..wrong price.
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However, so many reviews state that the Focus has lost its edge. The exceptional steering feel of the LV has been dulled down considerably. The Focus appears to have lost its 'edge', the very aspect of it that placed it head and shoulders above others in the class. What's with diesel and sedan being auto (yeah, I know) only?
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Well it certainatly didnt have the 'edge' in sales thats for sure. *ducks for cover*
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Personally I love the new Focus, it is much easier on the eyes than the godforsaken Mazda 3, a very stylish and sophisticated little car full of fancy gadgets. A massive leap over the last one.
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I would pay $36 kay for the Diesel Titanium, its basically a Mondeo Titanium in a smaller body, its all relative.. Mondeo Titanium is 10 kay more. Even the base models are a better car to drive then the old LV, more power, quieter and the build quality smacks LV in the face (minus LV XR5)....
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I drove a Diesel Titanium also and can say I was very impressed. I own an LV XR5...Will wait to the new ST to update...but was very tempted by the Titanium Diesel. I was surprised how much it didn't sound like a diesel and the torque that the thing has, is well....much like the XR5 actually.
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On the auto, god alone knows. I like manuals, but buy auto's. Its the way the masses are leaning. With auto technology getting better and better, soon it will be the only option.
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The new Focus pricing is actually pretty good compared to 10 years ago.
2002 Focus Ghia sedan auto = $31,470. Power = 85 kW. 2012 Focus Titanium sedan auto = $32,590. Power = 125 kW. So in 10 years, price increase of only $1120. Yet power increase of 47% and a tonne more standard equipment. |
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You can get an i30 diesel for around $22,500 drive away. I know the Focus is better but is it $12,000 better? |
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VFacts my *** - hope when they do come out some one starts a new thread with the facts in the first page
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that specific title should be subject to approval by moderators because it applies to monthly data that a lot of people are waiting to see... Starting a thread on the first of the month is pointless, it normally takes the Federated Chamber of Commerce and Industry around two to three working days to release sales data. Last edited by jpd80; 02-09-2011 at 07:59 AM. |
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Anyway...some of the US data.
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/01/a...overy-edition/ Quote:
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August sales in the USA..... Caprice PPV: 203 Crown Victoria: 4,879 |
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