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FORD? THPPPPPPPT! Found On Road Dead!

Gary sure likes Ford. Problem is, there are far fewer Garys in the world today (than back in 1968). I used to wear Sears toughskins. Today I wear Brioni. I used to drive Ford...

My first car was a 1950 Mercury, and it was a thrill to drive. My current car is a 2002 Lincoln Continental, and it too is a thrill to drive. The thought of this fine automobile company going out of business is very unsettling to me. Hopefully, they can pull out of their current mess. Perhaps the new CEO can save the day. I sure hope so!

I think you fail to take into account the design of the cars. You seem to like the $29,000 Crown Victoria but I don't know of any car fashion conscious person who would be caught dead in one of those ugly boats.
From what I've observed Ford has the least attractive cars of all of the domestic cars. Sure, the Fusion is a step forward but it still looks like a cheap knock off of an Audi.
The other car makers are doing better simply because people like their designs better.

My first car was a 1930 Model A when I was in high school. I have also owned two 1950 Fords. One of these was a yellow convertible with a black top. It would be worth a lot of money today. I also owned a 1950 Mercury which was a great car and a 1956 Lincoln.

I don't owm a Ford product now, but do have some Ford stock. It has to be a bargain at these prices.

My first car was a 1930 Model A when I was in high school. I have also owned two 1950 Fords. One of these was a yellow convertible with a black top. It would be worth a lot of money today. I also owned a 1950 Mercury which was a great car and a 1956 Lincoln.

I don't owm a Ford product now, but do have some Ford stock. It has to be a bargain at these prices.

Ford automobiles have always been, and will continue to be, one of the most reliable machines on the road.That pretty-looking Audi won't help you when you are stranded somewhere on a dark country road.
Ford stock is at a low point right now. It should be priced much higher. Start buying the stock now. By late 2007 or 2008, the stock will be close to $30. per share. Maybe higher.Look out by 2009. You'll thank me!Remember--BUY AMERICAN!

I've owned Fords/Mercurys since 1957 I can only remember one (1) that gave me any problems. I'll
still be buying them for a long time.

I agree Ford has developed good cars over the years, sure they have developed some ugly one's but they have also made some attractive one's as well. since when has the like's of the asian company's develop attractive cars, they dont and there SUV's and Trucks are even worse, so come on if you think Ford has bad cars open your eye's.

Ford has always produced cars for the masses and has over the years done a good job of that, that is why it's one of the world's most respected car manufacturer's, it is,quite simply an Icon. Sure it's going through a tuff time, but does'nt everyone, the problem is we are sending our own company's down the river, for the sake of buying a cheap asian import, ok we save a few thousand here, but in the long run thats not doing our economy any good, come on everybody, we need to see the bigger picture here and be loyal. How long do you think these imports are going to remain cheap, not long as the remainder of the asian country's are developing fast, and when happens cheap labour will go out the window.

I too am a Ford fan but not just Ford, I am an American car fan. The loss of the jobs that Ford has recently lossed is only part of a much larger, more grim picture. Ford, GM and Chrysler have been doomed when the accountants began running the companies. I work for an industry that supplies the auto industry. For many years, the main concern has been cost. The accountants would rather have warranty issues than provide a better vehicle that may cost another $100 or $200 dollars. I love the new Mustang and the F-150 has always been a great vehicle. Now if Ford and the rest of the American auto makers can start making cars that are cutting edge in design, we would be back on top. I would also like to see them take the lead in developing a car that does not run on gas. We could take the lead in the world and once again dominate!

Why is the stock down? Try losing 7 billion this year, and a forecast to lose 17 billion more before showing any profit in 2009.

We have a 1989 convertible 4 cylinder Mustang with 147000 miles with only minor maintenance on it for which I had to take it to the shop. I am 76 and do all the regular things (brakes, oil, etc) myself. It is very easy to work on.
Needs a new trop, but so what. It just goes on and on and runs great. I will keep it foever.

Some questions then. 1. Why is it that some Media types seem to enjoy bad-mouthing Ford (and the Domestics). 2. Why do certain people seem to enjoy repeating those same opinions? Do they get vicarious pleasure from jit? 3. What do those media experts have which qualifies them to make those
judgements? and 4. Why is it that when Ford or GM has a recall it gets on the front page in headlines
but a Japanese recall goes into a line or two on a back page?

The simple answer is that Ford stock inversely tracks the price of oil. If you want to know what F will do on a given day, check the pre-bell price of crude oil. If its up F is probably going to be down. The pre-election drop in oil prices helped F and GM. Now that crude is gong back up I'd expect F to drop to a support price of 7.75.
The Ford Edge crossover will be in showrooms in Dec. It is going to change F's fortunes dramatically along with the new CEO. Fusion rates higher in reliability than Accord or Camry in Consumer Reports. In other words...a turnaround story. F forcasts a return to profitability in '08. This is likely a conservative estimate.

Ford, what history books do some of the other Boomers read. While My Father and Father in-Law were using made by Ford Arms and Vehicles to defeat the tyrants that would of taken our future Away. Toyota, Nissianan, Muitshbishi, Audi and Volkwagen Etc. Who and what did they support? Remember Ford has always been there such GM. Buy American and Be American if not. move if you want your Money and loyalty to be with a foreign product or are so cheap you sell out the Country and your Childrens Future.

It's a fact that the Big Three let us down and let the foreign competition take over, but it was with the assistance of the policies that enabled Japan to export less expensive vehicles to our disadvantage. However, what really bothers me is the fact that our national interests are being compromised by the loss of sacrificed industrial capability. General Motors, Ford, and Crysler may never again be as productive as they were when they produced the military necessities of World War II when we were the Arsenal of Democracy supporting our allies. It could be catastrophic in the future if we don't nurture our industrial interests.

I may be a dottering old fool, but my memory has not faded. Because of Pearl Harbor I have never owned a Japanese automobile

We would not trade our Lincoln Town Car for any other car on the market for dependability, looks, and comfort. The gas mileage isn't bad either (about 24 miles to the gallon in town). We also have a Ford customized high top van that we just love for long trips with a queen size bed in the back and a TV that can keep the grandkids busy with video tapes. There is no other car that will give the ride of the Town Car, not even a Cadillac! Bethany's

FoMoCo has allways been my choice and allways will be ever since my first car in 1954 which was a 1940 Ford coupe "sure wish I had it today". I've owned Ford's,Lincoln's and Mercury's and still own a 1954 Mercury 2dr sedan to which I hope to restore some day. In 1993 I bought a F-150 and as of today at 182000 miles it runs perfect,never even had a wrench put on the engine,burns no oil what so ever and have recorde to prove it.
So with all of that all I can say is that FoMoCo has made a true statement with me.

Thank you Henry Ford

It is true, Ford has been a long-standing tradition in this country, and it would be a shame to lose another part of our identity. Fact is, though, they are not cornering all of the aspects of the market. Sure, we all like our trucks to look "ready for work." However, the reality is now, people are going for style and performance. No, the days of bailing hay and hauling dirt are not over, but more and more of us are using our vehicles for other sorts of purposes. Not only that, but the demographic has changed in that more Americans are living in urban communities, and leaving town for travel, not work. It is a sad but true fact that not only are the Japanese and Europeans capturing our sense of style (I own Jeep, not Japanese), but also our sense of budget, up to and including fuel economy. Hopefully after some careful restructuring, they can breathe a little life into this American Icon. Good luck. The more choices, the better.

Stuck on Ford!

Glancing over previous comments on Ford, I totally agree with all or partial thoughts. Ford simply has been in a negative spotlight too long for comsumers to read! Every Ford recall has been extremely highlighted for days by the press. But, have you noticed, other vehicle recalls were found hidden somewhere in the middle of your paper. For instance
Toyota has had huge recalls never publicized. Why? And, the public is asleep on the warrenty advertisement of some vehicles, i.g., "full warranty for 100,000 miles, or 50,000 miles for 10 years." This gets GREAT reviews. The fallacy is, who has only 50,000 miles on a ten year old vehicle? Ford advertises, "full warranty for 50,000 miles, or 50,000 miles for 3 years," and the public is told the vehicle is not well built. By whose standards?
Wake up America! Japan is not buying our vehicles the way we are buying their vehicles! We are selling out our country while the Government does nothing about "insufficient tariffs" on foreign imports making it possible for foreign vehicles to be purchased "BY US" for less. And while we sleep, our country is being taken over by foreign corporations. Where is the press with this? Wake up America! Let's bring back our jobs and a "HEALTHY ECONOMY" for "all the people" to America.