Ford get it together! - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

03BumbleBee · 01-06-2019, 09:25 AM

I don't know how many of you have been watching all the bad publicity videos on YouTube of the 2018-19 Mustang! They are talking about the shift forks breaking, typewriter tick and piston slap! Ford is phasing out it's car lineup except for the Mustang. If they don't address these issues they won't have a future fan base for that either! They turned a cold shoulder to the auto tranny problems of the Focus and Fiesta, and have ruined the reputation of those vehicles. I don't get this mentality and I have been a Ford fan my whole life. What are your thoughts?

DSG2003Mach1 · 01-06-2019, 01:16 PM

Cars largely aren’t selling, everyone is announcing killing off most cars

The mt82 has been a POS from day one, I dunno wtf they’re doing

Big Ron · 01-06-2019, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by DSG2003Mach1

Cars largely aren’t selling, everyone is announcing killing off most cars

The mt82 has been a POS from day one, I dunno wtf they’re doing

I looked at the Ford dealers today. They now have the trucks on the front row of the dealerships and they're putting cars on the back lot. This one dealer had about 20 F250's on the front row. They were all $70k+.

Big Ron

HAEG · 01-07-2019, 08:12 AM

I won't be forced into the SUV market, I want to choose for myself. I'll own nothing but carbureted cars and the big 3 can go pound sand... Our state has changed the inspection laws and made driving an old car so much easier...

Mach351 · 01-07-2019, 10:40 AM

The brand-loyal "car guy" has been a dying breed.
Ford is just another auto retailer diluted in a world market saturated with other competitive auto retailers.

Back in the 80s, their mentality on car quality significantly damaged their reputation and gave the Asian auto makers a secure foothold on the American car market. (And before that, there was the Pinto.)

General masses are comfortable with familiarity. IMO, this is why all the auto retailers ended up making cars that all look and "feel" the same - no one wanted another Edsel. However, this makes it very difficult to keep people in a brand.

Light truck and SUV sales are what is keeping both Ford and GM in business right now. No longer building cars is fine and dandy in the current market; we will see what happens after gas prices and interest rates have significantly climbed.

And... I have no idea where i'm going with all of this.
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03BumbleBee · 01-08-2019, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mach351

The brand-loyal "car guy" has been a dying breed.
Ford is just another auto retailer diluted in a world market saturated with other competitive auto retailers.

Back in the 80s, their mentality on car quality significantly damaged their reputation and gave the Asian auto makers a secure foothold on the American car market. (And before that, there was the Pinto.)

General masses are comfortable with familiarity. IMO, this is why all the auto retailers ended up making cars that all look and "feel" the same - no one wanted another Edsel. However, this makes it very difficult to keep people in a brand.

Light truck and SUV sales are what is keeping both Ford and GM in business right now. No longer building cars is fine and dandy in the current market; we will see what happens after gas prices and interest rates have significantly climbed.

And... I have no idea where i'm going with all of this.
_

Good read👍

ab_mach1 · 01-09-2019, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mach351

The brand-loyal "car guy" has been a dying breed.
Ford is just another auto retailer diluted in a world market saturated with other competitive auto retailers.

Back in the 80s, their mentality on car quality significantly damaged their reputation and gave the Asian auto makers a secure foothold on the American car market. (And before that, there was the Pinto.)

General masses are comfortable with familiarity. IMO, this is why all the auto retailers ended up making cars that all look and "feel" the same - no one wanted another Edsel. However, this makes it very difficult to keep people in a brand.

Light truck and SUV sales are what is keeping both Ford and GM in business right now. No longer building cars is fine and dandy in the current market; we will see what happens after gas prices and interest rates have significantly climbed.

And... I have no idea where i'm going with all of this.
_

Pretty much sums it up, TBH. That and any opportunity for a manufacturer to save money building the cars... Less differentiation and/or models equals similar or shared tooling equals less plant space needed equals more money per sale.

ShakeMe · 01-07-2019, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Ron

I looked at the Ford dealers today. They now have the trucks on the front row of the dealerships and they're putting cars on the back lot. This one dealer had about 20 F250's on the front row. They were all $70k+.

Big Ron

Would you be talking about Mac Haik? Most of their cars are across the freeway in the dirt by the rock quarry.

Big Ron · 01-08-2019, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by ShakeMe

Would you be talking about Mac Haik? Most of their cars are across the freeway in the dirt by the rock quarry.

Both of the Ford and Chevrolet dealers in McGregor. I'm looking for an SUV. Escape or Equinox. I just don't think I would like the stop-start technology on the Escape. But the Equinox is too big. Might look at VW Tiguan.

Big Ron

DSG2003Mach1 · 01-08-2019, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Ron

Both of the Ford and Chevrolet dealers in McGregor. I'm looking for an SUV. Escape or Equinox. I just don't think I would like the stop-start technology on the Escape. But the Equinox is too big. Might look at VW Tiguan.

Big Ron

there are various ways to disable the stop/start - Ive seen F150 guys just undo a plug but that sets a bunch of trouble codes that dont trip the check engine light or anything. Some have wired in a resistor, others have used Forscan software to disable it. Forscan to the best of my knowledge can be fully put back to stock and leaves no fingerprints they would look for unlike doing a flash for more power

Recon · 01-13-2019, 02:02 PM

I like the Bullitt and a RC Roush Jackhammer, and that’s about it. I’ll keep both my 3V’s and my Mach as I’m fond of them and the new stuff doesn’t make me want to sell my 4.6’s for them. If I was to buy a new car it’d most likely be a Challenger T/A, and I’ll put the right friggin hood on it and side exhaust.

Pick your poison.

falcongtho3 · 01-13-2019, 10:02 PM

There is this (to be officially unveiled tomorrow):
https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/thr...ochure.115783/

03BumbleBee · 01-14-2019, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by falcongtho3

There is this (to be officially unveiled tomorrow):
https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/thr...ochure.115783/

This is going to be crazy to see the Stealership mark ups on this car!

DSG2003Mach1 · 01-14-2019, 10:36 AM

apparently the most boring release in a while. The car is gonna be a stone cold killer but they seem to be dropping the ball on the launch here

311-420 · 01-14-2019, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DSG2003Mach1

apparently the most boring release in a while.

I can agree with that. No manual transmission.

01-06-2019, 09:25 AM	#1
03BumbleBee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SunRiver Ca. Posts: 3,293	Ford get it together! I don't know how many of you have been watching all the bad publicity videos on YouTube of the 2018-19 Mustang! They are talking about the shift forks breaking, typewriter tick and piston slap! Ford is phasing out it's car lineup except for the Mustang. If they don't address these issues they won't have a future fan base for that either! They turned a cold shoulder to the auto tranny problems of the Focus and Fiesta, and have ruined the reputation of those vehicles. I don't get this mentality and I have been a Ford fan my whole life. What are your thoughts? __________________ If we were all ugly, then we would all be good looking! Welcome to the Mach 1 Cafe! "Today's Special..Smoked Honda" Finally a member of 10,000 mile club!

01-06-2019, 01:16 PM	#2
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	Re: Ford get it together! Cars largely aren’t selling, everyone is announcing killing off most cars The mt82 has been a POS from day one, I dunno wtf they’re doing __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

01-07-2019, 08:12 AM	#4
HAEG Heppasketties Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mercer County, NJ Posts: 4,760	Re: Ford get it together! I won't be forced into the SUV market, I want to choose for myself. I'll own nothing but carbureted cars and the big 3 can go pound sand... Our state has changed the inspection laws and made driving an old car so much easier... __________________ M1R Member #1829 2011 Shelby GT-500 Grabber Blue W/SVT Performance Package Born on Friday, 6-25-2010 Purchased 8-19-2010 2003 Zinc Yellow Auto I/UP (Build #8280 of 9652) Born on Thursday, 7/17/03 Purchased 8-18-2003 first owner Sold 8-19-2010 bought GT500 Purchased again 3-3-2017 fifth owner Purchased for my wife to drive (but she knows I love the car)

01-07-2019, 10:40 AM	#5
Mach351 Psycho Dog is Psycho Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lewisville, TX Posts: 1,989	Re: Ford get it together! The brand-loyal "car guy" has been a dying breed. Ford is just another auto retailer diluted in a world market saturated with other competitive auto retailers. Back in the 80s, their mentality on car quality significantly damaged their reputation and gave the Asian auto makers a secure foothold on the American car market. (And before that, there was the Pinto.) General masses are comfortable with familiarity. IMO, this is why all the auto retailers ended up making cars that all look and "feel" the same - no one wanted another Edsel. However, this makes it very difficult to keep people in a brand. Light truck and SUV sales are what is keeping both Ford and GM in business right now. No longer building cars is fine and dandy in the current market; we will see what happens after gas prices and interest rates have significantly climbed. And... I have no idea where i'm going with all of this. _ __________________ Firefly: opening scene of Serenity - This Land Firefly: Out of Gas - Don't Be Afraid

01-13-2019, 02:02 PM	#11
Recon Registered User Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Hopinsville Posts: 163	Ford get it together! I like the Bullitt and a RC Roush Jackhammer, and that’s about it. I’ll keep both my 3V’s and my Mach as I’m fond of them and the new stuff doesn’t make me want to sell my 4.6’s for them. If I was to buy a new car it’d most likely be a Challenger T/A, and I’ll put the right friggin hood on it and side exhaust. Pick your poison.

01-13-2019, 10:02 PM	#12
falcongtho3 Moderating at Mach 1 Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Baton Rouge, La. Posts: 16,270	Re: Ford get it together! There is this (to be officially unveiled tomorrow): https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/thr...ochure.115783/ __________________ Krewe de la Mach Rouge #340804 13th Mach 1 built 11/07/02 Build Date 12/13/02 Delivery

01-14-2019, 10:36 AM	#14
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	Re: Ford get it together! apparently the most boring release in a while. The car is gonna be a stone cold killer but they seem to be dropping the ball on the launch here __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

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