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2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Consumer Discussions
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Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems
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Re: 2008 hybrid escape electric water pump [jessika85]
Mine failed 5 times then I did not have problem for 600 miles . Parked it in my garage and called my Ford dealer to order the part and I was informed that I was number 800 thats right 800 on the bakcorder list. That was two weeks ago and they still do not have it. I emailed Ford about this and they had the dealer contact me. Which did no ... Read More
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Re: 2008 hybrid escape electric water pump [spintc]
If your car is under factory warranty and they can't fix it the same day, Ford warranty pays for a rental. Check your warranty guidelines booklet.
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Re: Another Hybrid Water Pump Problem [escape2mt]
Tonight on the 405 freeway my 2008 Escape Hybrid with only 28,000 miles had the red lights come on and started to come to a complete stop on the freeway. Crazy traffic, I barely made it to the side before my car just stopped on the freeway. Has this happened to you again? It was really scary. I almost got into a horrible accident. What did Ford say / do?
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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What to look out for when buying a used Ford Escape Hybrid.
I am looking at buying a used Ford Escape Hybrid. I hope someone could advise me as to what things I need to look out for. The car I am currently looking at is a Ford Escape Hybrid 2008. AWD, moon roof, leather seats. one owner 120,000 miles the dealer is asking $15,000 Is this a good price ? The miles seem a lot for a 2008, maybe I will need ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems
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Re: dead ford hybrid [samai]
"Don't buy this hybrid at all. Our fleet got 9 escape hybrids, all of them with problems. One of it turned dead won't start. The dealer cannot even find out the problem, why it won't start amazing. 2008 escape hybrid dead, may be in a year all of them will die, will be selling them to junkyard . Good thing is that our company figured it out and started to go ... Read More
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dead ford hybrid
Don't buy this hybrid at all. Our fleet got 9 escape hybrids, all of them with problems. One of it turned dead won't start. The dealer cannot even find out the problem, why it won't start amazing. 2008 escape hybrid dead, may be in a year all of them will die, will be selling them to junkyard . Good thing is that our company figured it out and started to go ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Care and Maintenance
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Re: I'm also getting the wrench light [grudaddy]
You need to have the Actuator mechanism for the rear fresh air blender door replaced more than likely ($200.00-$400.00 repair depending on dealer). It lets fresh air cool the batteries and is a known short life part not covered by Ford. Also you have an air filter in the back (storage area) panel (rear drivers side) that lets outside air flow past this blender door and actuator. It might be full ... Read More
Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance, Repair and Concerns
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Re: hybridhell [hybridhell]
Interestingly, just yesterday I was driving from Los Angeles to San Jose on I-5 and I had a major failure. My 2008 Escape Hybrid completely failed....I lost all electricity, power steering, brakes....everything. I safely coasted to a stop on the side of the road VERY glad that it happened around 3pm and not on the Grapevine, at night, or with my children in the car because I had no power for ... Read More
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hybridhell
I bought my daughter a 2008 Escape Hybrid in December 2007. Fantastic vehicle for the first 3 years/50K miles...Then In January, 2011, she made a stop on the way home, got back into the escape, and when started, it revved to 2500 RPM. She turned it off, and on the re-start it revved to 3500 RPM. She went ahead and started driving & the RPM's came back down, but this has ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Test Drive: What Did You Think?
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Re: 2008 vs. 2009 [bow45]
"Ken Yagelski's blog post My Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Repair Experience - The Brakes Broke the Bank! on January 23rd, 2010. >> link Glen Beanard's article Tech Feature: Ford Hybrid Braking on June 22nd, 2009. >> link" Thanks for the links. The "Brakes Broke The Bank" story is the only one I have seen. I don't consider a single instance on the first year of production to be an indicator of ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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Driving Ford Escape Hybrid in Low Range and 300,000 mile report
FWIW, I spoke to a service man that took in one of the first escape hybrids to sell in the bay area. It was a 2005 or 2006 with over 300,000 miles of San Francisco inner city taxi cab service miles on it. The battery checked in at 90% life. Not bad at all. So don't worry. We just got a 2008 and I noticed that in town, if driven in ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Test Drive: What Did You Think?
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Re: 2008 vs. 2009 [bow45]
Ken Yagelski's blog post My Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Repair Experience - The Brakes Broke the Bank! on January 23rd, 2010. >> link Glen Beanard's article Tech Feature: Ford Hybrid Braking on June 22nd, 2009. >> link
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2008 vs. 2009
I intend to purchase a uses Ford Escape Hybrid in the next two weeks, and based on my price range, it seems likely that I will be purchasing either a 2008 or 2009 model. I would like to know if there are any appreciable differences between the models of those two years. Also, are there particular model choices that I should be informed about? Many thanks...
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Re: Considering FEH [ashli1]
"I am also considering a Ford Escape Hybrid. Any opinions/tips would be appreciated " I enjoy driving my 2008, but I would only recommend buying a new one if you like the technology and want to have fun trying to get the most MPG out of the vehicle. If you are looking for a small SUV, the 4 cylinder Escape will cost you significantly less (around $5,000). It won't get the ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems
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2008 hybrid escape electric water pump
I was on the highway when my car shut off without warning. I was 4 hours from home so found a dealer and it has been 2weeks without my car, they are waiting on a part under warranty for the electronic water pump. I had to rent a car which has cost me 650,00 and adding up daily. Ford won't reimburse me for the rental and when my car does get ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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Re: Ford Escpe Hybird v.s. Toyota 4Runner [bow45]
"You might want to check out some issues about the FEH's High Voltage Battery on this forum. I own a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD and regret that I bought it. I'm concerned about the battery. If the battery dies I need to pay $8,000.00 to replace it. If I knew this, I wouldn't buy my FEH AWD. " You might want to wait until it actually dies before you regret ... Read More
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Re: Ford Escpe Hybird v.s. Toyota 4Runner [misaak]
I purchased a 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid in November of 2008. Purchased used, it had 14,000 miles on it and it now has 50,000 miles. This car is GREAT! I did my research on the battery system before purchasing it and I would direct you to the articles on the Ford Escape Hybrid taxis used in San Francisco (Key words San Francisco Hybrid Taxis) look for the LA times article. Here's ... Read More
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Re: Ford Escpe Hybird v.s. Toyota 4Runner [misaak]
You might want to check out some issues about the FEH's High Voltage Battery on this forum. I own a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD and regret that I bought it. I'm concerned about the battery. If the battery dies I need to pay $8,000.00 to replace it. If I knew this, I wouldn't buy my FEH AWD. :(
Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems
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Re: Escape Hybrid shuts off [visionfixer]
The nitty gritty on the problem with my 2008 Escape hybrid shutting off. I took it the dealer (Capital Ford in Raliegh, NC). They stated the water pump went bad, and the traction battery filter had to be replaced. The new water pump was $325.69, and the traction battery filter was $32.00. The total for the labor was $256.83. Total for the EEC Pin Point Test was $2.70. (Grand total of ... Read More
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Re: Escape Hybrid shuts off [hevincali]
This happened to my wife's care last night. Her car is a 2008 with 43,000 miles. Driving on the freeway, the "Stop Safely Now" warning beeped on and she lost power. The powersteering and the ABS seemed to work fine and allowed her to pull over to the shoulder. She turned the engine off, called me and I asked her to see if the car would start. It did start and ... Read More
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Re: Escape Hybrid shuts off [hybrids09]
I bought a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid in mid summer of 2007. The automobile has been great until now, March 2010. I have put 80,000 miles on it since I bought it 2.5 yrs ago. In the past two weeks the engine cuts off at high speed (60-70mph). A warning light comes on (looks like a red yield sign with an exclamation point) and dash display states "Stop slowly". There were ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: Meet the Members [KarenS]
I bought a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid in mid summer of 2007. The automobile has been great until now, March 2010. I have put 80,000 miles on it since I bought it 2.5 yrs ago. In the past two weeks the engine cuts off at high speed (60-70mph). A warning light comes on (looks like a red yield sign with an exclamation point) and dash display states "Stop slowly". There were ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Care and Maintenance
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Re: Wiper blades for 2008 Escape? [bow45]
I found the answer by myself. :D The reason I was looking for an alternative wiper blades rather than Ford genuine parts is that I had started to experience a noise from the drivers’ side wiper on my 2008 Escape Hybrid AWD in cold weather. The noise occurs when it’s cold and as the wiper reaches the end of its travel at far end. I think it’s not the wiper blade ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Battery Pack Questions
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Re: ford hybrid escape battery [stevedebi]
I found this article that gives you some idea of the possible lifetime in miles that FEH can last. ______________________________________________________ Company Information Investor Relations Career Opportunities News & Announcements Press Releases Media Newsroom Social Media News Feed Awards Heritage FORD’S STRONG HYBRID SALES BUCK INDUSTRY TREND Print | Email this page | Subscribe Ford Motor Company’s year-to-date hybrid sales are 73 percent higher than the same period in 2008, fueled by ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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Help Needed- Is Escape Hybrid right for me? Need to make decision.
I am looking at buying a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid with 26k miles on it- I could purchase it for $24k. I need some quick advice so I can make a decision in the next day or so. I am a mid-20's female and know very little about mechanics, much less hybrids. I do understand how they work in general, though. First off, is the mileage and price mentioned above reasonable? ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems
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Ford Escape Hybrid 2008 Brake and ABS problem
About 2 months ago I had the tires replaced on my 2008 FEH at 34k with Michelin tires better suited to the winter weather we have here than the factory issued tires. Ever since then, occasionally when braking at low speeds, the brakes seem to slip slightly before completely engaging: brake, slip, engage. I brought the car to the dealer twice and both times was told that they did not experience ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Mercury Mariner Hybrid
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Mariner better than Escape, Tribute the best
Mariner, Escape and Tribute hybrids are very similar. Differences are the interiors. Escape is the cheapest looking, Mariner is better than Escape. I bought the limited production 2008 Tribute hybrid in California because it has the best interior, in the opinion of my family. My (the most expensive) model has leather seats, navigation and roof vent. The only major problem I have had is the A/C which is being repaired under ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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Re: importing FEH [hoyafan]
"I'm not sure you have to give up. From 2005-2008, Ford sold the Maverick in Europe. The Maverick in Europe is the Escape in the US (except no hybrid version was sold in Europe). Simply contact a European Ford dealer and ask about the headlights. I assume the headlights on a Maverick are the same on a FEH. If not, I assume it's an easy job to retrofit with headlights ordered ... Read More
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importing FEH
I'm not sure you have to give up. From 2005-2008, Ford sold the Maverick in Europe. The Maverick in Europe is the Escape in the US (except no hybrid version was sold in Europe). Simply contact a European Ford dealer and ask about the headlights. I assume the headlights on a Maverick are the same on a FEH. If not, I assume it's an easy job to retrofit with headlights ordered ... Read More
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Re: headlights Ford Escape hybrid 2008 [stevedebi]
Thank you so much for your comprehensive answer, It seems that I'll have give up.
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Re: headlights Ford Escape hybrid 2008 [roni4]
I intend to import from USA Ford Escape hybrid 2008. However according to the European regulations the headlights can be only HB4+HB3 or H9 and H11. Are one of these types is installed in the 2008 model or in any of the previous models?? " No one is likely to know; Americans are not familiar with European standards. My suggestion is that you contact your local Ford dealer and ask him. ... Read More
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headlights Ford Escape hybrid 2008
I intend to import from USA Ford Escape hybrid 2008. However according to the European regulations the headlights can be only HB4+HB3 or H9 and H11. Are one of these types is installed in the 2008 model or in any of the previous models??
Ford Escape Hybrid Battery Pack Questions
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Re: ford hybrid escape battery [alice612]
Hello~ alice612. Before I read your post I was considering 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid for my wife’s next car but after I read your post, I think Volkswagen Jetta TDI is the way to go. I currently drive a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD with 42,000 miles on it and am having a Reverse Sensing System problem. I also had a Wrench Light issue because of a bad Aux Mode Door ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [cjcarlberg]
Don't give up on it. Believe me when I say that I could have written word for word what you said about not being able to get the electric to run more than a few hundred yards or to keep the electric running over 20MPH. 4 years later I don't even think about it and easily run on electric to 30MPH plus, and run on home that last mile on electric. ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [cjcarlberg]
It Tucson it doesn't get that cold, but I noticed a drop in mileage as well. During the winter months when the temperatures were in the upper 30s, I was getting about 30-32MPG. The best mileage I get is in the spring and fall-- about 36MPG. In summer it's about 33MPG, with the AC running a lot. It REALLY makes a difference how you drive, too. Most people are very very ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [exb]
Thank goodness others are experiencing the same things. For those of us who aren't in the auto industry and who only came upon the internet about 10 - 15 years ago, we weren't aware about the loss of mileage in the winter. And since none of the documentation that comes with the car mentions it, I thought something had gone wrong with my car. 2008 FEH front wheel drive. started out ... Read More
Changes You'd Like To See in the Ford Escape Hybrid
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Re: Ford adds RSC and took away rear disc brakes!? [rhl]
"I find it unbelievable that Ford would add an overdue feature such as Rollover Stability Control (RSC) and at the same time replace the rear disc brakes with drum brakes (this also has been done to the Non Hybrid Escape as well!). In reality no one should be using drum brakes in this day and age. Dose anyone at Ford know what they are doing and what the competition is doing??? ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Gave up on the east coast - bought out west
Just wanted to let everyone know that Southern California is full of 09 FEHs. I just purchased one for the invoice price!! Maybe the Sou Cal economy is working to our advantage. I had ordered an 09 FEH limited w/ NAV on August 1st (just in time for the price increase) in the Washington DC area. Twelve weeks later I still had no VIN number. I could tell that I wasn't ... Read More
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Re: Wait Time for Escape Hybrid [conniejp]
Here are the official tracking dates for my 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited, 4WD, White Suede, with Navigation System (60N) and Side Step Bars (187). Order Receipt Date: 4/21/2008 Serialize Date: 8/14/2008 Segment Date: 8/14/2008 Sequence Date: 8/28/2008 Blend Date: 9/4/2008 Produced Date: 9/10/2008 Gate Release Date: 9/15/2008 Ship Date: 9/15/2008 Arrival Date: 10/20/2008 Sold Date: 10/21/2008 Keep in mind that serializing of 2009 FEH/FEHL's did not begin until 5/15/2008, even ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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wrench light
A wrench light icon came on my 2008 Ford hybrid escape instrument panel. Any ideas on what it means?
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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2009 Escape Hybrid Order Delays
I ordered an 09 Escape Hybrid on May 14, 2008. I was told that since the dealership where I ordered my escape hybrid was one of the Southeast's largest volume sellers dealership, I should expect my escape hybrid in September. Well, September is here and no Escape... Long story short, after many conversations with my high volume dealer, I was told to expect my escape hybrid at the end of November ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Engine Problems
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2008 Ford Escape hybrid service light & all lights
My 10,500 mile Escape hybrid has been in the dealership for a month waiting for an instrument cluster, which is on nationwide backorder. One day I was driving along, and all the "idiot" lights flashed on and then turned off. I brought it into the dealer that day. They could not figure out what happened, then the technician hit the dashboard and all the lights went on. They could not find ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: Got Mine This Week! [hxciter1]
I too ordered WS as the exterior color on my 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited, back on 4/21. Before I made that choice, I walked around the dealer lot and found a Ford Expedition with a window sticker that said "White Suede" to see what it looked like, albeit in a "super-sized" Escape. I thought it looked kind of sharp, but I realize your taste is different. At the moment, I ... Read More
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Re: Has anyone received their 2009 Escape Hybrid? [neuroboy002]
Don't worry about me. I have a "backup plan" that I don't care to share at this time. Let's just say I haven't been sitting around doing nothing. :) Did I mention this is the first Ford I've ever tried to custom order? Heck, until May 8 when my wife bought a 2008 Ford Focus off the lot of the same dealer, neither my wife nor I have ever purchased a ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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Re: FEH Tax Credit Update [burnsva]
" "As of June 30, 2008, Ford Motor Company has 55,990 Hybrid Vehicles (in the tax credit window)(Escape and Mariner Hybrids). Based on Sales patterns, it appears the 60,000 unit threshold will be reached within the 3rd Quarter of 2008. If this is the case, purchasers of an Escape Hybrid would be eiligible for the full tax credit until December 31, 2008." " As near as I can tell, the credits ... Read More
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FEH Tax Credit Update
From my dealer today: "As of June 30, 2008, Ford Motor Company has 55,990 Hybrid Vehicles (in the tax credit window)(Escape and Mariner Hybrids). Based on Sales patterns, it appears the 60,000 unit threshold will be reached within the 3rd Quarter of 2008. If this is the case, purchasers of an Escape Hybrid would be eiligible for the full tax credit until December 31, 2008."
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: Has anyone received their 2009 Escape Hybrid? [troybarwick]
A lot of us are in the same boat as you are: CLEAN/UNSCHED. I ordered a Ford Escape Hybrid Limited (U59/750A/WS+60N+187) on 4/21/2008, which as far as I can tell, is one of the oldest, if not the oldest such order reported on this forum. When I called my sales guy this morning, because I know the Thursday evening order selection should be finished and the lucky "selectees" will have their ... Read More
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Re: Has anyone received their 2009 Escape Hybrid? [hdtech]
Have you inquired at BlueOval.com? If you have your VIN, one of the Ford Employees who works at the production plant is nice enough to look up your vehicle to see where it is in the 10-step process, but you must have your VIN. Other people who have ordered the FEH are currently tracking their orders there as well. You can see how your order date compares to theirs and how ... Read More
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Wait if you can
I am an owner of a 2008 FEH, 4WD, purchased new , waited approx 11 weeks, and pleased with my overall 30 MPG. (Note: at 2000 to 3000 miles I was getting 28 MPG but now with 6,500 miles, mileage has improved to 30 average. Except for making sure my tires are inflated properly and pressing the accelerator like there is an egg between the sole of my shoe and the ... Read More
Changes You'd Like To See in the Ford Escape Hybrid
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Fords Dirty little Hybrid Secret
Like most of us you probably live in a part of the country where FEH are in 0 or very short supply. Previously we were told this was due to transmission availabilty or battery pack availabilty but now the truth is out. Ford intends to limit production to 25,000 units per year give or take for just one reason PROFITS. See both Ford Escape factorys are running at overtime and there ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Looking for X Plan dealer in Denver Area
Anyone with Ford X Plan experience in the Denver area? Have the ability to purchase a vehicle on the X Plan if we can find a dealer who will sell us a car. Test drove a 2008 Escape Hybrid today but the salesperson avoided discussing the X plan with us and at one point said that the Escape wasn't included in the X Plan. According to the Ford Partner website I ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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fsbartlett
I purchased a new 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid 2wd about six months ago. I am very happy with the vehicle. It looks good, gets good gas milage, we had a large SUV before. My only complaint are rattles and the wind noise! My Escape has a high pitched squealing wind noise when driven at freeway speeds, that is worse when it is windy outside. The noise seems to be coming from ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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2009 Order Not Scheduled Yet
As of May 21, 2008, my 2009 FEHL that I ordered on April 20, 2008 has not been scheduled for production. My dealer reports my order is “clean, but not scheduled”. Has anyone else who ordered around the same time been told, via the official Ford ordering computer at their dealer, that their vehicle has been scheduled for production? I hope this will help straighten out the confusion about when the ... Read More
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Good article
Might not be the correct thread but still a good article: http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/05/15/abg-first-drive-2009-ford-escape-hybrid/-
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Re: Ford Escape Hybrid: Prices Paid & Buying Experiences [Sylvia]
2009 Ford Escape Hybrid Limited, 4WD (U59/750A), fully loaded, ordered April 21, 2008: $35820 + $390 processing fee + $1086 tax + various filing fees + license = $37400. No trade-in figured into above. I'll be lucky to see this vehicle by late Fall since production scheduling begins 05/15/08 and production start up isn't until 6/23/08. That assumes everything goes smoothly at Ford's plant in KC and battery availability (the item ... Read More
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Escape hybrid price in San Jose
Went to Frontier Ford in San Jose, CA yesterday 04-19 and did a test drive on the Escape Hybrid. The salesman says all Escape Hybrids are on sale with $4,000 under MSRP. I almost bought one but did not because I want to wait for the 2009's improvements, such as stabilty control, suspension tuning, better engine, etc. If anyone want a 2008 with a big discount and live near California, might ... Read More
Changes You'd Like To See in the Ford Escape Hybrid
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FEH 2009 Changes
Found this on "another car site" Ford Previews Next-Generation Hybrids 14 February 2008 by Jack Rosebro Speaking at the 2008 SAE Hybrid Vehicle Technology Symposium in San Diego yesterday, Sherif Markaby, Global Core Engineer for hybrids at Ford Motor Company, provided some technical details of the coming 2009 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan hybrids, due at the end of the year, as well as of the 2009 Escape and Mariner hybrids, ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: Ford Escape Hybrid: Prices Paid & Buying Experiences [Sylvia]
I just returned from my local Ford dealer, who confirmed that these dates are correct as far as he's been told: 2009 Initial Order Acceptance: 04/17/08 2009 Production Scheduling Begins: 05/15/08 2009 Production Start Up: 06/23/08 He gave me a lot of official paperwork (11 pages) on what options/packages are available for the 2009 Escape (all models). He also printed some screen prints of two "what-if" orders for the FEH and ... Read More
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2009 Production Start Up
A quote yesterday from a New Vehicle Inventory & Advertising Manager "04/17/2008 2009 MY Escape Unscheduled Order Bank Opens 05/15/2008 2009 MY Scheduling Begins 06/23/2008 2009 MY Job #1 - Production Starts" The Donlen dates are now different but they are a fleet management company. If Job 1 is end of June, and we know Ford has boosted overtime for the Escape/Mariner Hybrids, best case would be end of July beginning ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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Re: order andabot wait? [keegs54]
The 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid is sold out. You can start ordering the 2009 models with the new engine and other enhancements sometime in April 2008. :)
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: No info on 2009 aval at link [fmorriso]
It was the other link in that same post, which appears now dead. I know for certain it showed 2009 start up dates because I had a discussion with people about what I should do if I didn't receive my 2008 FEH soon. The original link (no longer working) was: http://www.donlen.com/buildstart_trucks_ford.asp Fortunately, Google's cache still has it: Google Cache In case that link stops working, here's what the page says: Ford ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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New buyer of 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
I didn't even know these cars existed, my wife took our 1999 Buick LeSabre to get milk, and she stopped in at the Ford dealer on the way. She is subject to sudden enthusiasms, and by 8:00 that evening we had traded off the Buck, a 1998 Chevy Silverado and a lien on about 7 years' future income, for a new vehicle that is about as ticklish as a VCR to ... Read More
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Press Request
A reporter from a large local newspaper is looking to speak to owners of the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. Please provide your daytime contact info to ctalati@edmunds.com no later than Monday, May 14, 2007.
Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [mecheng1]
Without question my previous car (a 2002 Ford Focus) got poorer mileage in the winter. I tracked the mileage on the Focus the way I track the mileage on the Escape. My hope was that hybrid power would somehow improve winter mileage, too. This week I got a pleasant surprise. When the windows started to fog up, instead of running the defroster, l set the temperature control to 75 degrees on ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [exb]
Compare the drop in FE in your FEH with the drop in FE (mpg) in your previous vehicle in the winter......huh?......what's that?.......you don't remember/never measured what kind of drop you got in the winter in your previous car? Trust me, it was very close in percentage to that you are seeing in the FEH. And you are not alone, many many sob stories about how "lousy" the FEH is now that ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [jstelter]
I live in the Chicago area and have had my 2008 FWD Escape Hybrid since June of 2007. The summer was great. On every tank, the mileage was between 32 and 34 mpg. When winter arrived, the honeymoon was over. Currently the mileage is 20-25 mpg - definitely disappointing. In 8 months, I've driven it 8,000 miles with many short trips. I still enjoy the vehicle but I hope the mileage ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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Re: Ford Escape Hybrid - terrible mileage problem [lbones]
I have an 08. In cold weather the mileage drops drastically...usually around 24mpg. Last week with wind chill we were -40 in Iowa. Normal cars also drop in cold weather. Hang in there. It is still better gas mileage than a regular car. In cold weather the electric does not kick in like in normal weather. In cold weather, even when not running the defrost, you will see a drastic drop. ... Read More
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Re: Ford Escape Hybrid - terrible mileage problem [lbones]
The transmission doesn't shift like a normal car? The FEH has a CVT, Continuous Variable Transmission? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuously_variable_transmission I'm noticing that the engine doesn't turn off until it's warm (~1100 rpm), but the assist and charge seem the same. I am also getting a lower gas mileage in the Virginia cold. . . date miles gallons mpg 11/8/2007 3647.9 12.15 27.4 11/18/2007 3948.0 10.90 27.5 11/30/2007 4233.1 10.04 28.4 12/11/2007 4479.7 9.72 ... Read More
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Re: FEH-2008--Warning--My brakes went out!! [malibusky]
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. I'm not aware of any general problems with the brakes on the Escape Hybrid. Ford does care about your situation. Please call the Ford Customer Relationship Center at 800-392-FORD (3673) and let them know what's going on. They would be in the best position to assist you. I know there were issues with some of the Ford computer servers on Monday but they are ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [mackris]
Just thought I'd mention that a little patience needs to be applied here before trying to jump all overRegional Managers and the like. Just a couple of notes: 1- The engine and mechanics need to be broken in. This takes some time and probably takes a little longer in colder climates 2- The colder climate. You are looking at the milage probably at the worst time of year for you (for ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [mackris]
I have put almost 10k miles on my 2008 FEH FWD since last May. The FEH consistently delivers 29~31 MPG. I live in LA and traffic is usually bad causing me 2 hours of commuting per day, although weather is good. So far, I am very satisfied with 2008 FEH.
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [jstelter]
Hey Jstelter, I am having the same problem. I bought my 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid (FWD) on 12/22/08 and am on my second tank of gas, and am only averaging 22 or 23 MPG. I live in Chicago, and with our cold winters, I generally have the heat on, but I have been parking in a garage, so its not as cold as it could be. My wife and I have ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [jstelter]
Remember the "stated mileage estimate" you are seeking is a Government supplied number. Ford can help you determine is something is different (wrong) with your vehicle. What mpg were you getting in your previous vehicle you used to drive over these routes? Lots of things to know about the hybrid that can improve mpg. Full advantage of the batteries is not realized until: the engine/exhaust has a chance to fully warm ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [sksuh]
My experience, I have 2006 4WD Escape Hybrid, is that on short hops around town, where average speed limit is 35-45 mph, my mileage stays down, about 25-27 mpg, but on longer trips it rises to about 27-29 mpg, still lower than advertised. In summer, when aircon is on a lot, it loses a couple of mpg, and same in winter if window fogs, so must run aircon on windshield. But ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good [jstelter]
Your mileage my vary but I'm still averaging just under 29 mpg (after the metric to US conversion) up here in the wintery Rocky Mountains of Alberta -- this despite cold temperatures, reasonable amounts of snow and/or ice and the occasional use of my heated seats or defroster. Have also reduced fuel inefficient items such as the roof rack cross bars, interior cargo cover (quite heavy) and other unnecessary items. Stephen ... Read More
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2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Mileage Not Good
I recently purchased a new 2008 Escape Hybrid. After 2 month of driving, I am greatly disappointed with the gas mileage. I have tracked my gas purchases, noted the mileage, and the average mpg is only 23.6 mpg. This average is for essentially in town driving. I live in Illinois and it currently is winter. But to lose over 30% of the stated "in-town" mileage estimate is unacceptable. Furthermore, I drive ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: Escape Hybrid Availability [fomocona]
With apologies to the FEH community, as readership of the MMH Forum is close to zero: For Fomocona, Having owned a new 2008 MMH for a week and a half now, please pass along to all at Ford that the vehicle does everything it is supposed to and was delivered with zero discrepancies. Fuel efficiency here in South Florida meets or exceeds the published values. Only comment that I can offer ... Read More
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Escape Hybrid Availability
I monitor several webpages on behalf of Ford and I hope you don't mind if I post a response here. Ford's capacity to build Escape and Mariner hybrids is constrained by our battery supplier. There are currently no domestic (U.S.) sources for high voltage batteries although that will change as other companies push forward into the market for high voltage batteries. The demand for hybrids in general in the last half ... Read More
New Ford Escape Hybrid Owners - Give Us Your Report
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Re: 2008 is really excellent [hippsyc]
You've got the sleeper vehicle right. I was just watching our local news the other night talking about how Hybrid sales are going through the roof with the higher gas prices. What did the anchor say, Toyota and Honda are the best selling Hybrids right now, Ford and GM will be offering there own Hybrids by next year! Just wanted to scream at the TV since I've had my EH since ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems
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Re: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problem [johnsapienza]
I had the same thing happen. I bought mine on Saturday 11/24 and 23 hours later, after I had driven it about 69.9 miles the exact same thing happened. 24/7 roadside service did come tow me to the dealer, which spent all day today trying to figure out the problem. They just told me that they still aren't sure and will call me tomorrow. Has your situation been resolved???
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2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problem
I bought my 2008 Escape Hybrid two days ago, on 11/16/07. I had driven it 30 miles when my wife and I went to Charles Town, WV, about 35 miles from home. When we tried to start the car to come home, the engine would not start. There was a warning message that said "Regen Brake Disabled". I called the Ford 24/7 road service, but they could not find me in ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid vs Toyota 4Runner
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The best way to go about this.
Not a chance for the Escape Hybrid, even if you can find one. Go to the following link and download the the 2008 Ford Towing guide. or prior year if you are buying used. https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/default.asp Also, forget about the Escape Hybrid. "conventional trailor hitches are not compatible with Escape Hybrid components." https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/2008/08RVttscltrp23Oct1907- .pdf IMHO the best thing to do would be NOT to trade your car in but to try and ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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2008 Options and Accessories
The optional "Audiophile/6-CD In Dash" system offered without the Nav package is not worth the Mfg $695.00 cost. Only if you must have the 6CD in dash factory package should you consider this option. The sound quality however is in my opinion extremely poor. There are 7 speakers, but the mid range (or at least one of the ranges) sounds tinny and distorted. This is in sharp contrast to the factory ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: FORD DEMONSTRATES WHY IT DOESN'T PAY TO GO GREEN [mecheng1]
I ordered my 2008 Escape Hybrid from Hawthorne Ford in Belmont, North Carolina in early June. Delivery was scheduled for mid-August, but it had not arrived by mid-October. They could not give me a VIN number, or any information at all about when it would be scheduled to be manufactured. In fact, they could not even say if I would ever get the car. I demanded and received a refund of ... Read More
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Ford Escape in San Diego County
On 10/29 I bought an Escape Hybrid from North County Ford in Vista, CA. I contacted their Costco auto buying program contact because I saw on Forddirect.com that they had the exact model I wanted in stock. The local Costco price is $500 over invoice. I called and found out that the one I had my eye on had just been sold. However, the saleman stated that if I was willing ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid
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Re: Electric Assist [mecheng1]
I'm strongly considering buying the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid, but hear that if the A/C or Heater is on that the electric motor will not be used, even when driving less than 25 mph in "D". Is this true? I really hope not. The person that told me this said that with the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid that either you use full electric or full gas, but never a combination of ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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RE: above sticker pricing on FEH
In July 2007 the only 2008 I could find in the Northern VA area was at Koons Ford in Falls Church, VA, and they were asking a $3000 "market adjustment" I believe they called it. About a week after my visit they contacted me with an offer to purchase at msrp sticker price. If there are none around, the dealer is usually aware of it and they will take advantage of ... Read More
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Ford is ridiculous
I ordered a 2008 escape hybrid and when it came the sticker price was $1000 more than my order receipt stated. Good thing I had price protection as these hoodlums would have tried to charge me $1000 more than quoted. And that's on top of the $200 mid year price increase I had to pay. Don't even get me started on the bait and switch hybrid tax credit - absolutely ridiculous. ... Read More
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Re: FORD DEMONSTRATES WHY IT DOESN'T PAY TO GO GREEN [rnarg]
I would think that they wont give you a discount on the 2008 hybrid because they can't build them fast enough.They sell them easily with no incentives.The $500 discount was at a time when people were not buying the Escape hybrid.Things have changed.I remember when our local dealer had an Escape hybrid and it sat on their lot for at least a month before it was sold.Now you can't find one ... Read More
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FORD DEMONSTRATES WHY IT DOESN'T PAY TO GO GREEN
Ordered my 2008 4WD FEH on 7/30/2007. At the time there were none to be found on the dealer lots. At the time of order I was told 4-6 weeks for delivery. Also at the time of order, I was given by FORD a $500 cash rebate coupon as an incentive to buy, good until 10/01/2007. With the $500 incentive and the X pricing I was given, I was satisfied with ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems
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Re: Brake Problems [atreehugger]
My brake problem has been fixed since then. My car was in the shop for 4 days though and since then (2 month) I have not had a brake problem again. I did however have my engine light come on and the thermostat, after having the car only 2 month. The dealer fixed it really quick by replacing the thermostat and I had the car back with 2 days. So I ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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RE: Rebate Question by cloftus entry #175
The $500 is a Cash Incentive to purchase. If you go to the Kelly Blue Book site (www.kbb.com) and select New Car pricing and then price the 2008 Escape Hybrid with options, you should see one of the selections you can make refers to the $500 incentive. Also, buyers who qualify for x plan pricing are offered this $500 incentive in certificate form. Only problem is, this incentive ends on 10/01/2007, ... Read More
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2008 Hybrid:Delays and Shortage
I have the same problem. I am looking to buy a 2008 Escape Hybrid but can't seem to find one here in Edmonton, AB, Canada. The dealer says there is a 4 month delay! ps.If anyone knows where I can find one matching the following options please send me a message: Options wanted: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD Black Pearl Leather Chrome Navigation System
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Re: CA Rebate [mickeyrom]
I think Ford should increase the output rate to not to push petential customers away. I believe the Hilander Hybrid is also a nice car, but I incline to 2008 Escape's new styling and better mpg. According to Real Hybrid Mileage Database (http://www.greenhybrid.com/compare/mileage/) the 2WD and 4WD Escape (2007 and 2008) gets to 32 mpg and 29 mpg respectively. I believe the mpg should be higher (1~2 mpg) for pure 2008 ... Read More
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Re: Where are the damn Hybrid Escapes [rjl3jax]
You are so right! The story I get from the sales manager is that they are selling fast & it will slow down when gas goes down...but I don't believe that either. The hybrids I find on-line w/Ford (hundreds of miles from my home) are still showing up weeks later. So unless they aren't updating their listings...they just aren't selling. They would be selling like crazy if they would build them, ... Read More
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Where are the damn Hybrid Escapes
This is ridiculous...Ford spends millions advertising a great new vehicle...those who have somehow managed to purchase the vehicle provide rave review...but, I cannot find ONE available Hybrid anywhere...I've searched online ford dealer inventory all across the East coast and nadda...I visit the local Florida dealership and the dumb ass sales manager has the audacity to say the 2008 Hybrids are not worth a shit, have horrible power, don't really save any ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Brake Problems
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I also had a brake failure on my 3 week old Escape 2008 Hybrid
I bought my Ford Escape 2008 Hybrid only 3 weeks ago. Saturday I planned a trip with my boyfriend and my dog and suddently while driving, the brake and ABS light came on and there was hardly any brake in existence. Luckily I had no accident but we had to get towed to the dealership. My whole weekend was messed up. My car was supposed to be ready on Monday but ... Read More
Ford Escape Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experiences
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Re: 2008 Escape hybrid 4WD [stevedc34]
I purchased a 2008 Escape Hybrid FWD with moonroof/satellite Radio pkg for $24,870 at South Bay Ford (LA region). The MSRP is $26,735 and I have the X-plan plus $545 rebate. Ford also needs to pay dealer a couple of hundreds to make up the difference. To get X-plan price you need a referral from Ford employees. Email me (dhuang2@gmail.com) if you want to know more about X-plan.
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Re: Just bought the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid for Earth Day! [kryates]
Where are you all finding the 2008 Hybrids-- Are they all in California? I think I'm going to have to order one. But if I do find one, I'm going to fight to make them take the FDAF assessment off my invoice---How can they charge an advertising fee for a car that they don't have on their lots? They keep telling me they are selling like mad---but then I ask them ... Read More
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Re: Just bought the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid for Earth Day! [kryates]
kryates, I would... If you had the correct information. Something's wrong there--your invoice price is too high. Even if you're including the destination fee (which isn't part of the "invoice" price... It's just a fee added on--the "MSRP" however, includes the destination fee).
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