CN_Hogger Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 (edited) Hello everyone, new to the forum and this is my first post. I'm really interested in buying an '08 Edge and had a couple questions. I've only owned GM cars(6 so far) and was wondering about the quality of Ford as to fit and finish(interior noises/rattles after awhile). Also, is the panoramic roof worth getting, I'm used to sunroofs/t-tops and like the look of it, does it heat the car up real bad in the summer? And finally, does anyone know about the X-Plan pricing? I can get it through my work and was wondering how much of a savings it is. Thanks! CN_Hogger Edited May 11, 2008 by CN_Hogger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgedout Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 I'm 59 and have had only GM products. Now have a 07 SEL+ with 5000 miles. Absolutly no problems so far. I could not be happier with the car. It is a very smooth ride and rattle-free. Test drive one if you dare. It might turn you into a FORD man!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreamEDGE. Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 It won't heat up the interior, the shade does a great job of keeping the heat out. It's worth EVERY dime for the BAMR. The only rattle I had was with the BAMR & headliner and it was fixed quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 You'll be pleasantly surprised at Ford's quality compared to GM. X plan basically gets you dealer invoice (or just below) with no hassle and no extra fees. You only pay $75 doc fee instead of $300-$500. Ford gives the dealer a spiff check on each sale so it's a good deal for them, too. Go to the fordpartner.com website for details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CN_Hogger Posted May 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 Thanks for the replies! I'll have to get my ducks in a row, so to speak, and get to a dealer and check it out. Again, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ablb Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Thanks for the replies! I'll have to get my ducks in a row, so to speak, and get to a dealer and check it out. Again, thanks! Quality Control is why we stopped buying GM (6). However that was in 1997 maybe they have improved . Our last GM was a Cadillac Catera. Center stack replaced week 2 Sun roof replaced week 6 New tires/alignment month 6 Right rear window no up/down month 11 Trunk no close month 13 New tires/alignment month 18 More, but I'm running out of room and the list is almost as long for an S10 before that. On a happier note :D 98 Ranger 1 visit, recalled to lube wipers and replace the Firestones 05 F250 1 fix, the blue oval was fading 08 MKX 0 so far BUT FORD DOES seem to cut a few corners. Exploding Pinto's Exploding Crown Vick's, you would think they would have remembered the Pinto :rolleyes: Firestones ab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CN_Hogger Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Well I went and test drove one yesterday afternoon and loved it. Ended up leaving the dealership with a Vapor Silver Limited AWD, with the vista roof. Haven't put too many miles on it yet, but I'm very happy so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRavey Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 You should be able to go to www.fordpartner.com and check the local dealer inventory with X-Plan pricing. The moonroof is absolutely fantastic. By default, it opens about 75% and is more quiet there than fully open. For highway use, I leave it where it wants to stop instead of all of the way open. The liner has limited the car from getting too hot in the summer, at least it's not any hotter than other cars. This was a concern I had with the moonroof, but it was a non-issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordchic79 Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 Gosh, GM, huh??? Here is waindow stcker for the Edge FWD LMTD w/PANORAMIC VISTA ROOF. No it does not actually get hot in the car because of the vista roof. It's some special kind of glass. You have the options of AWD or FWD in an SE, SEL & LMTD. FRW is cheaper and the SE model is the cheapest. It cost almost $2K to get the Vista Roof. The A&Z pricing on this perticular model is $31,479.45. The cheapest A&Z I was able to find with the Vista roof was $27,579.75. The vista is not an option on the SE models. You would also get the standard rebate. I have it at work, but it ranges from $1500-$3000 or low APR...blahblah. Hope this gets you to become a Ford guy:) EDGE 2008 EDGE FWD-LMTD 3.5L V6 ENGINE AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE TRANS Exterior WHITE SAND TRICOAT CLEARCOAT Interior CAMELLEATHER TRIMMED SEATS Standard Equipment INCLUDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE EXTERIOR . FOG LAMPS . PWR/HTD MIRRORS W/PDL LMPS . SECURICODE KEYLESS ENTRY . DUAL CHROMED EXHAUST TIPS . REAR SPOILER, BODY COLOR INTERIOR . LTHR TRIM FRONT BUCKET STS . 6-WAY PWR/HTD/MEM FRNT STS . FOLD FLAT PASSENGER SEAT . LTHR TRIM 60/40 REAR BENCH W/EASYFOLD RELEASE . DUAL ELEC AUTO TEMP CNTRL . LEATHER WRAPPED STR WHEEL W/CRUISE & AUDIO CONTROLS . AM/FM IN-DASH 6CD/MP3/SAT CAPABLE W/AUX JACK . SYNC VOICE ACTIVATED SYS . ACCESSORY TURN-OFF DELAY . CTR FLR CONSOLE W/ STORAGE FUNCTIONAL . POWER STEERING . POWER POINTS (4) . 19.0 GALLON FUEL TANK . 4-WHL DISC BRAKES W / ABS SAFETY/SECURITY . ADVANCETRAC W/RSC . SECURILOCK PASS ANTI THEFT . PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM . OCCUPNT CLASSIFICATION SYS . DUAL FRONT & SIDE AIRBAGS . SAFETY CANOPY . LATCH CHILD SAFETY SYSTEM . SIDE IMPACT DOOR BEAMS . TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYS . INTEGRTD KEYHEAD TRANSMIT WARRANTY . 3YR/36,000 BUMPER / BUMPER . 5YR/60,000 POWERTRAIN . 5YR/60,000 ROADSIDE ASSIST Price Information MSRP STANDARD VEHICLE PRICE $31,075 Key Standard Equipment SEATING FLEXIBILITY PACKAGE PREMIUM PACKAGE SYNC VOICE ACTIVATED SYSTEM Optional Equipment 2008 MODEL YEAR WHITE SAND TRICOAT CLEARCOAT 495 CAMEL LEATHER .3.5L V6 ENGINE .AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE TRANS P245/50R20 BSW A/S TIRES PANORAMIC VISTA ROOF 1,595 20" WHEELS/SPORT SUSPENSION 895 SIRIUS SAT RADIO W/6 MOS SVC 195 AUTODIM RRVW MIRR W/MICROPHONE FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET __________ TOTAL VEHICLE & OPTIONS 34,255 DESTINATION & DELIVERY 755 __________ TOTAL MSRP $35,010 Disclaimer: Option pricing will be blank for any item that is priced as 0 or "No Charge". Estimated Annual Fuel Cost: $ 2,209 CITY MPG 16 HIGHWAY MPG 24 Vehicle Engine Information Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle's condition. Results reported to EPA indicate that the majority of vehicles with these estimates will achieve between 13 and 19 mpg in the city and between 19 and 29 mpg on the highway. For Comparison Shopping all vehicles classified as have been issued mileage ratings from 08 to 31 mpg city and 12 to 29 mpg highway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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