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posted by  bryan goldberg on  Tue Jul 2 06:01 CST 2002
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Lars,

The S is a common platform with the Lincoln & T-bird.

And even the big Jags use Ford's (cheap) switch gear, door handles and cost cutting trim. Previous to the Ford era cost cutting resulted in frequent repair and maintenance. Now it shows up in cheap looking and feeling fitments. Ford has made them more reliable and more successful.

American carmakers have by and large failed to appreciate that it is the cabin where drivers spend most of their time. So even high dollar products often have chintzy interiors. Volvos may be more reliable under Ford's stewardship, but the little touches will be gone in the service of the bottom line.

For most people that will not matter. And for those who care, there are other marques more than eager to welcome new customers.

Bryan






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