Bye Bye 08 Focus...Hello 09 Fusion - Page 2 - Focaljet

**Hillyard** · 09-23-2008, 09:31 AM

That would look sweet with a dark gray metallic grille instead of chrome.

**LOW FOCI** · 09-23-2008, 11:26 AM

Sweet car,... Ive been wanting one ever since I saw this picture!
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c2...1/IMG_4666.jpg

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**j20000** · 09-23-2008, 11:39 AM

That does look SICK. I think that was the Funk Master Flex one wasn't it? Those wheels are amazing.

**LOW FOCI** · 09-23-2008, 11:56 AM

OOPS, my bad! Sorry bout that!

**BoomBoy** · 09-23-2008, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZX3autoxtasy

Dude, you don't have to make excuses for getting an auto.

I love driving stick, but its a pain in the ass 90% of the time and fun the other 10%. I love driving my girlfriends car; we take it everywhere. It's just nice not having to think so hard while driving, especially in a semi-tuned car.

Think hard? Maybe you need a new hobby!

**SVT3658** · 09-23-2008, 01:38 PM

nice upgrade, those seats are awesome

**Lifeguardjoe** · 09-23-2008, 05:36 PM

Nice upgrade. I'm getting to the point where I want a more 'mature' car too. Having to drive 100+ miles a day is killing me with the harsh suspension my 03 Focus has.

**H8SUVS** · 09-23-2008, 11:05 PM

Wow, looks good!

What is the regular people price for that??

**j20000** · 09-23-2008, 11:21 PM

Joe...it's so much nicer driving this...especially on longer drives, or in traffic.

Brian, Melissa and I were just talking about all of the SD crew, and how we miss you guys. The Sticker Price was just under $24,000. That is for everything that I have. But you can get a stripped down "rental car" type of Fusion for just under $20k. There are a lot of discounts and rebates out there right now, if you're in the market.

**bustonit** · 09-23-2008, 11:40 PM

Sweet ride

**sanzx360** · 09-24-2008, 12:17 AM

Looks like a good upgrade. I wonder if those seats would fit in the Focus....

**j20000** · 09-24-2008, 10:06 AM

Thanks,

Yeah, I was wondering that too...if so, I'm sure someone will cram them into their Focus. I'm sure they aren't cheap though

**biscuitninja** · 09-24-2008, 01:02 PM

Nice! I just might get the Mercury though... they are offering great plans on them.
-bix

**enigmazx5** · 09-24-2008, 05:20 PM

i must say that is a nice color paint. i really like the seats with the inserts.

**j20000** · 09-25-2008, 06:46 PM

Thanks Guys.

Bix, yeah, I do like the Milan better, but I wouldn't have been able to get the deal that I got on this one.

**Phacade** · 09-25-2008, 06:56 PM

I love those seats!

**2006TZX4** · 09-25-2008, 08:03 PM

very nice car

**TungfumastR** · 09-26-2008, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by j20000

Thanks Hale. Yeah, I just went for it. I think it's definately a lot nicer car to drive. The brakes are better, the car rides smoother, and dare I say it even handles better.

The seats hold you in place better...the focus seats had barely any side bolster, and the Fusion has just the right amount. It's all around a better car. It would definately be nicer if it had more power...but I knew that when I bought it.

That's interesting...I had a 06 sel v-6 and I would prefer to drive the ST every time, unless I had the family with me. I have to disagree with your focus/fusion comparison, especially the braking and handling comments. The Fusion had some of the numbest steering I've ever felt. Then again, you were driving an ses so it's probably not a fair comparison. It's still a beautiful car and I'm glad Ford ****canned the chintzy plastic clock in the center console. That was a real sore point for me. Ya gotta love the d-plan, it's the only thing that keeps the negative equity fairy away.

**j20000** · 09-26-2008, 02:17 PM

Thanks Guys,

Yeah, I don't know how "sport tuned" it is, but the package that I have...the "Blue Suede Package", has a sport tuned suspension, 18" wheels with 225-45-R18's. At best, I'm sure that the tire/wheel package is worth some better handling.

**CrUziN4L** · 09-26-2008, 03:45 PM

exactly what i am shooting for...either in this blue or in metallic silver withe smoked front and rear chrome trim/lights

love those 18s too, how they ride on the fusion?

mmm me wants

**j20000** · 09-27-2008, 01:29 PM

they ride PERFECTLY.

**CrUziN4L** · 09-28-2008, 03:02 PM

yeh i really love the style of em, saw one the other day and it just takes the Fusion to a completely different level (the level it should have started at)

**SuperFlea** · 09-28-2008, 03:04 PM

Nice upgrade Justin!

**JimmySolo2** · 09-28-2008, 08:43 PM

I guess you are not looking for stock wheels any longer.

**j20000** · 09-28-2008, 09:46 PM

Nope...not unless they are Fusion wheels.

09-23-2008, 09:31 AM	#26
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09-23-2008, 11:26 AM	#27
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09-23-2008, 11:56 AM	#29
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09-23-2008, 11:05 PM	#33
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09-23-2008, 11:40 PM	#35
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09-24-2008, 12:17 AM	#36
sanzx360 Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,143	Re: Bye Bye 08 Focus...Hello 09 Fusion Looks like a good upgrade. I wonder if those seats would fit in the Focus....

09-24-2008, 01:02 PM	#38
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09-24-2008, 05:20 PM	#39
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09-25-2008, 06:56 PM	#41
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09-25-2008, 08:03 PM	#42
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09-26-2008, 03:45 PM	#45
CrUziN4L [FJ] Addict Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NY Posts: 15,408	Re: Bye Bye 08 Focus...Hello 09 Fusion exactly what i am shooting for...either in this blue or in metallic silver withe smoked front and rear chrome trim/lights love those 18s too, how they ride on the fusion? mmm me wants __________________ Wanna know how to score some awesome sigs?...Add beer to a group of FJ'ers at a car show and *MIX*. haha

09-28-2008, 03:02 PM	#47
CrUziN4L [FJ] Addict Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NY Posts: 15,408	Re: Bye Bye 08 Focus...Hello 09 Fusion yeh i really love the style of em, saw one the other day and it just takes the Fusion to a completely different level (the level it should have started at) __________________ Wanna know how to score some awesome sigs?...Add beer to a group of FJ'ers at a car show and *MIX*. haha

09-28-2008, 03:04 PM	#48
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09-28-2008, 08:43 PM	#49
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