frankieboy

Wow. MSRP. Such a deal.

Do you know there is a recession/depression going on?

The FFH is a great car (I should know, I have one) but MSRP is a bit steep.

I originally ordered the Sterling grey, until the Platinum White came into the dealer and I test drove it. I didn't realize it was a pearl white in the book. So I changed my color to Platinum white, with black leather 502a, the lighter interior colors looked cheap to me. I didn't care to have black in S. FLorida, but it seemed to be the best looking interior. I actually wanted the sport two-toned interior but they woudn't let you order that on a hybrid. Can't wait!! It has a vin# and production week is May 4.

:happy feet:

hybridfam:

That is the exact car I picked up last week (after an 8 - week order time). I am highly impressed. It is the best sedan I have ever owned (and I have had several). The smart gauge is like nothing else out there. The car is very quiet at speed, is comfortable for 5 passengers, and the nav/sync system is best in class. I could go on and on, but suffice to say you have made a great choice!

Ordered FFH, 502A, white platinum, on 2/26.

Received VIN 2 weeks later

Build date week of 4/13

Vehicle assembled week of 4/6

Out on rail car on 4/17

Delivered to dealer 4/27

Hey, that means I get my car today!

Dealer said 8 weeks from order to delivery. He was off by 3 days.

Cnet has a quick frist look at the FFH

 

 

After seeing the Fusion Hybrid at the 2008 Los Angeles auto show, we've wanted to find out how it drives. This week we finally got the chance, and found it one of the best cars coming out this year. In fact, we find it far better than the 2010 Honda Insight or 2010 Toyota Prius. Although it might come up a little short for fuel economy, the driving experience is so much better, while the cabin technology is unparalleled.

 

http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13746_7-10226530-48.html

Thanks; great review. What say you, Toyota and Honda?

Don't be surprised if it shows up in April

 

Ford is running ahead of schedule from what my dealer told me.

I agree. My FFH was due for production the week of 4/13. Instead, it began production last week, and was finished this week. It is through production now, and awaiting loading onto a railcar.

My lease is up on a V6 Honda Accord Sedan, which gets about 18 mpg in the city. It is a very good car, but I expect my new FFH, with 502A in White Platinum, will be a great car.

My FFH ordered in late February (502A, White Platinum) was scheduled for production week of 4/13. However, my salesperson emailed me yesterday, saying the car is being built this week. :D

He estimates delivery in 2 - 3 weeks.

Well I found this Ford maintenance site where you can look up your car with a valid vin number. I have to admit I was a bit depressed to see the Fusion Hybrid is being manufactured in Mexico. One of my reasons for buying it, was to buy American.

 

Ford Vin Look Up

 

Jim

Jim,

The fact the car is built in Mexico should not be a concern. It is designed in Michigan, and I am told much of the management in the Mexican plant is American. Much of the content is American as well. And when a Fusion or Milan is sold, it supports a domestic car company and helps keep many Americans employed.

On the flip side, buying a Honda or Toyota that is produced in this country has a benefit to the local workers, local suppliers, the American HQ of the foreign car company, but that is it.

I see buying the Ford as being better for the domestic economy and workforce than buying a domestically built Honda or Toyota or Nissan.

My dealer in Los Angeles has an FDAF of $353. The total invoice price of the FFH with 502A in White Platinum is $29934. I got it for invoice through my employer's hybrid purchasing program. I ordered the FFH in late February. It has a VIN and is set for production the week of 4/13. :D

I ordered White Platinum, with 502A package.

Car is due for production week of 4/13. I already have a VIN.

Here's to ford from a former Honda owner (2 past cars where Honda's)

Good job on the order. I ordered mine about 1 month ago. I have the VIN already, and it is set for production the week of 4/13.

Like you, I am a long time Honda owner (7 vehicles over the past 20 years). I am selling my 2006 Accord as soon as I take delivery.

BTW, I already registered my vehicle on the Ford Owner's website, using the VIN given me by my salesperson.