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2009 Ford Flex SEL AWD Review
To a certain extent, the new Ford Flex embodies today’s Western society, personifying excess in one of its most pleasing forms. How has Ford managed this? Simply by offering a fundamentally useful and practical car wrapped in a cutting edge package. The Flex’s aesthetical calling is clearly to inflame our passion. No one is left indifferent by it: either you love it or you hate it, but you definitely react to it.

I think its interesting and bold. When the Fairlane Concept, the Flex’s predecessor, was launched, I was intrigued by the overall spirit of the car, and this standard version conveys it well. Looking at the Flex, you’re struck by the unusual simplicity and utter boldness of the design. Its like a child took pen to paper.

It’s all angles, up and down, left and right, with pretty much nothing else in between. Just as surprising is the actual size of the Flex, which is smaller than it appears in pictures. The dimensions are well balanced while maximizing vehicle length.

The engineers paid attention to detail, giving the Flex just enough ingredients to strengthen its personality. Most striking are the grooves running across the doors and tailgate, the oversized fenders and the contrasting colour of the roof and outside mirrors. You can’t help but think of a King Size Mini Clubman! Read Article
2009 Ford Flex SEL AWD Review



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sectorsector - 10/7/2008 2:14:15 PM
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oh, who supersized the mini, didn't know BMW and Ford had a secret project going.

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adamsaf723adamsaf723 - 10/7/2008 3:14:04 PM
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I'm not sure if that's an insult to BMW or Ford, but either way, you are an idiot.

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NItePhireNItePhire - 10/7/2008 4:19:48 PM
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I have driven a couple of them over the past three weeks and they really are very good. IMO they are in the top three of CUV's in the mid to moderate price range. It is a little over priced but so are all of its competitors. For people to want an X5/Porsche or a real truck this aint for you. For who want a really good family hauler your boat is here. With that said I am buying a 08 CX9, it just handles better.

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StarSearchStarSearch - 10/7/2008 4:22:02 PM
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I like this car, I just couldn't come to grips with seeing $36k under amount, then writing in the words "Ford Motor Company" on the check.

....I could lease an M3 for that amount, aka "the best 3 years of my life!"

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olscuulolscuul - 10/7/2008 9:03:58 PM
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why would you compare am m3 to a flex?


StarSearchStarSearch - 10/8/2008 9:38:11 AM
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...I'm not, I'm comparing $36k spent on a Ford product as opposed to what that same amount could also be spent towards, and which would make me happier.

I know, I know... "at least you'd own the Flex", after 3 years that car will be worth less than $14k unfortunately.


M35MTM35MT - 10/8/2008 7:42:57 AMView My AgentSpace
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Looks like a Range Rover and a Mini Clubman got into it over a barrell of goodies from the Ford parts bin.

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M35MTM35MT - 10/8/2008 7:43:20 AMView My AgentSpace
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^Make that an LR3 and a mini clubman.


cptamazing4cptamazing4 - 10/8/2008 7:45:49 AM
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Actually looks quite nice in person.

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Type707Type707 - 10/9/2008 2:57:28 AM
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Another Fix.Or.Repair.Daily

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bluedartbluedart - 10/9/2008 10:58:07 PM
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looks like a blown up Scion Xb

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