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Welcome! Any pictures?
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On 3/19/2019 at 12:41 PM, dkbrandi87 said:
Thanks everyone for the welcomes!
I've had my Edge almost 3 weeks now, and it's been fantastic. I even already added the DriveBright LED taillights to my Birthday/Father's Day list :-)
A couple of items I wanted to get some input on from the experts here - I've shared these with the dealer already via video messages, but they are 3.5 hours away and slow to respond . . .
- A gentle "whining" noise seems to be coming from the front of the car. I assumed power steering fluid / pump, but the noise continued after I topped off the fluid AND doesn't seem to get louder when turning. I only notice it when at really low speeds. So, when I start the car and begin driving off I can hear it and it gets louder until it either goes away or road noise covers it. Other threads seem to suggest PTU or exhaust clamps?
Dropped my Edge off at the dealer this morning as I've been unable to figure out the "whining". They called back a short bit ago and said that they believe it IS due to the power steering system - one of the lines in the system needs replaced / upgraded. $475 in parts & labor. I'm not trying to find out if the warranty I purchased will cover this or not. Wish me luck!
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Love it! Welcome!
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Welcome! Good color choice!
Any photos?
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Welcome! Any pictures?
I'm pretty new as well - 2013 Sport (Ruby Red) with ~48,000 miles!
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Welcome!
Pics of the Edge and Escape. We had a ‘14 Escape Titanium in Karat Gold previously - loved it but needed more space.
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Thanks everyone for the welcomes!
I've had my Edge almost 3 weeks now, and it's been fantastic. I even already added the DriveBright LED taillights to my Birthday/Father's Day list :-)
A couple of items I wanted to get some input on from the experts here - I've shared these with the dealer already via video messages, but they are 3.5 hours away and slow to respond . . .
- A gentle "whining" noise seems to be coming from the front of the car. I assumed power steering fluid / pump, but the noise continued after I topped off the fluid AND doesn't seem to get louder when turning. I only notice it when at really low speeds. So, when I start the car and begin driving off I can hear it and it gets louder until it either goes away or road noise covers it. Other threads seem to suggest PTU or exhaust clamps?
- I've got the panoramic roof and the rubber molding / weather stripping / seal on the passenger side doesn't stay on the track / metal. The "accordion" fold isn't as clean as the driver's side (probably because you tilt it up and when it closes it doesn't fold exactly where it should). Should I apply some sort of adhesive to the lower section to keep it in place?
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The roof liner above / behind the back seats isn't flush. I can push it up and it will catch for a second, but ultimately the liner is too heavy and un-velcros.
- Pictures of both of the second items attached.
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18 hours ago, georgelv1999 said:
Hello everyone,
Just bought a '13 Edge Sport. 78k on the odometer. Has, I think, all the bells and whistles.
Anything I should look out for?
Thanks,
George
Welcome! I purchased a 2013 Edge Sport recently as well. Nice choice! Any photos?
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Welcome! Pics of the new Edge? Or the 1966 Mustang?
Similar story here - first car was a Ford (1991 Probe GL) and one of the cars that drove me back was Ford-related (2006 Mazdaspeed6 - amped up version of the Fusion).
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Happy Hump Day!
Dealer delivered my 2013 Ford Edge today. Dual roofs, navigation, BLIS and only 47,xxx miles. The dealer was ~3.5 hours away and made the trek up here (through the snow!) to deliver. Only 1 picture so far as I completed the transaction on my lunch break and it's still snowing:
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Welcome!
Pictures?
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I'd expect that so long as you do a proper pre-trip inspection / service (and one when you get back) you'd be fine.
Also, any chance you'd want to reverse the order of the trip? I think driving south on the Pacific Coast Highway would be better since you'd be on the "exterior" (ocean-side) vs. the "interior" (land-side).
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Welcome! Pictures?!
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18 hours ago, omar302 said:
I'll add 1 more point to @onyxbfly, how are you with buyer's remorse? I know for me I will regret not getting the newer model because of all the new features, new chassis & engine.
I'm actually pretty good. No remorse with my Mazda or the 2014 Escape. With our 2013 Explorer, I wish I would have held out for a Limited with sunroof & NAV . . . but I won't have that problem here. The differences, as you stated, are the design and engine / chassis. At this point, I don't know enough about either to have a preference . .
17 hours ago, Nick Halstead said:And to add on, if you like to mod your cars, your not doing anything to a 14 but, intake/ tune (still slower than a tuned 2.0 edge)/ exhaust/springs (that wont even look lowered)
I've always enjoyed the idea of modding cars, but I've never been one too dive too deep into it. My Speed6 was the furthest and that was an SRI, upgraded fuel pump internals, upgraded engine mounts, wheels/tires, badging and coilovers.
9 hours ago, onyxbfly said:Aesthetically speaking I always though that the 2014 edge sport would eventually have a cult following. Just did not realize that it would have a price too match so soon. Sounds like you are considering the 401A package. Personally I love it. The only peeps I have heard say that they don't care or don't miss it, is because they don't have it. Not knocking them, but it was on my must have list. I work in the field so things like cooled seats and 110V AC outlet come in handy etc
Keep in mind that the more bells and whistles you have the more opportunity to for things to potentially go askew. Not trying to scare you, just being upfront. I would look at getting an ESP warranty for either vehicle.
Yeah, that part is crazy - I've been in the "cult following" for a car before with the Mazdaspeed. The Speed6 was a beautiful car (in my opinion) and there was a rather large Mazdaspeed forum (supporting the Speed3/Speed6 and even the CX-7) that I used to frequent. Prices were never really affected by the rarity / following though.
I have looked into warranties - specifically I got a quote from the 3rd Edge I shared. They quoted me $1,995 for a 3-year / 36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty with a $50 deductible, which doesn't seem terrible.
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In just a few posts there's been quite a bit of food for thought.
I've continued to search, just to see what else is out there, and came across this 2014 Sport in Tacoma (~5 hours from home):
Listed at $22,500 with only 27k miles.
Anyway, I now have a couple of debates going with myself:
- How important is low mileage?
- How much do I prefer the styling of the 2014 (vs. the 2015)?
- Are there amenities in the 2015 (like cooled front seats) that would be more beneficial?
- Would I prefer the 2.7L Ecoboost or 3.7L V6?
- Am I okay with a payment over $300 (since my initial goal was to keep it below)?
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1 hour ago, onyxbfly said:
All depends on your budget. I wouldn't consider getting a non sport version but thats just me. My lady doesn't mind. Then again her commute is less than 1 mile round trip.
The dealership in the second link might want to consider selling whatever the fu*k they smoking cause that price is straight out ridiculous. The best thing about it is that it has low miles....... I'm sure the $6500 price difference is meaningless for a the discerning buyer who values a low mileage offering.
The sport in the third link is appealing and the price is more in line with market values etc. It has 13K+ miles than the one in the second link. But it is also $6500 cheaper than the one in the second link.
Esthetically speaking I like the look of the 2014 vs 2015. Performance wise I prefer the 2015+
If you were looking at the mid 20's then I'd suggest looking at the 2015 sport.
All depends on your budget.
What's kind of crazy (really crazy) is that the list price and NADA Value of the Edge in the second link aren't very far off (like, hundreds of dollars). But if I was going to spend $25k, why not try and find a CPO? That same dealer has a 2015 Sport listed for $23k - it has 56k miles on it though.
I really hadn't considered the 2015+ models (not in the Sport trim anyway) because of price - I may have to research some of the performance features now and see if those makeup for the additional cost.
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Oh, here's what I've looked at / driven so far:
First, a 2014 Edge Limited (cousin works at a local dealer):
Then, a 2014 Edge Sport (dealer is ~30 minutes away):
https://www.nwmsrocks.com/for-sale/2014-ford-edge-sport-awd_89872
Loved this one. Fully loaded, low miles. Don't love the price . . .
Hoping to look at this one next, but the dealer is ~3 hours away:
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Welcome!
Where abouts in the PNW are you located?
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Hello Edge Owners!
As the post title states, I'm new to this forum (but not forums in general) and, as you might have guessed, I'm considering a used Ford Edge. So, here's my intro / background:
I grew up with my dad always driving a Chevy, but my first car was a Ford. I'm (kind of un-intentionally) a Ford person . . . Of the 7 vehicles I've owned, only 1 was not a Ford (or Ford relative).
'91 Probe GL -> '93 Probe GT -> '99 Audi A4 -> '06 Mazdaspeed6 GT -> '14 Escape Titanium -> '13 Explore XLT & '07 Escape XLT
That Mazda was a fantastic car and led me to my first forum(s). HP and handling that nearly competed with an STi/EVO but half the price and more goodies (leather, NAV, sunroof).
Currently, the Explorer is my wife's car and the Escape is mine. I'm looking at buying a 1st Gen (post refresh) Edge Sport (maybe a Limited, but I really do like the styling of the Sport), and we'll keep the Escape around for our oldest kids (just a few months shy of getting their license). Anyway, I'm here to gain some knowledge, share some stories and maybe make some friends.
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Welcome! Do you have any pictures?