DetroitSunset

Ed, Not sure any of us can help you. What I would like to mention is that automobiles are a transportation tool and should never be considered an investment. It seems from your posts... that your looking for more than Ford/ Lincoln or any of us can ever provide? Understand Im not attacking you, but it sounds like you have a beuatiful Lincoln. I can't afford that model and make the best of what I can drive. You need another vent for your frustrations besides a Hybrid community interested in Auotomotive Performance.

Awaiting my FFHT, I will say that Iv'e never driven a Hybrid. But to those who think you should avoid the brake, your way off. As I undersatnd the FFH is equiped with a 2 stage braking system. The real brakes that stop the car kick in after the intial EGEN braking which charges the EMotor/ battery. I feel prepared to get great mileage as I have taken many Smith System Safe Driving classes offered by two past companies I worked for. The premise is safety program developed long before Hybrids. Space Cusion driving allow people to increase reaction time... In other words when driving, avoid packs of traffic and allow space for your vehicle to avoid impact with any other vehicles. Sounds silly but if you stay away from traffic with skilled slow light braking and slow steady excelleration you will not only save gas but also keep your car away from accidents and insurance claims. Another tip always back in to a parking spot when you arrive as the enviroment can change while your parked. This will keep you from backing out of a spot into something new. Its all about awareness and defensive driving. These habits will help all of get the MPGs we are looking for and also reduce collisions...

Thanks Lolder, cant speak for Ed but assume with 34.5 MPGs, including the extra weight of the Lincoln and the fact that he probably drives with 2 feet kills his mileage. Your left foot should never touch either peadal. EGen wont kick in and charge the battery if your hard braking. And or even worse using the gas and break at the same time...

Thanks Ed, seems another pesimist. Actualy my driving is 60% highway and 40% town/ city. Would have never considered ecoboost, as turbo chargers run hot and kill engines prematurely. If you disagree speak with some Subaru Turbo owners. If I wanted a gas drive I would have stayed with Honda because They Run Long And Strong without playing with new / volvo influienced turbo technolgy that Ford has based the ecoboost option on.

All will, do seems like a great spot to talk Hybrids and this will be my first one. Took some time to commit last five new purchases since 1999 have all been Hondas Still LOVE Em! My father in law loves his Fusion Hybrid about 4 or 5 years old now. Im driving between 650 and 900 miles a week for work and hope I will see a solid ROI via Fuel savings. Cant wait to pick mine up next week. Happy Fathers Day to those out there.

Not sure Tex the goodwill is only for 2013 / 2014 models. Depending on the MPG on the sticker you could dig further???

Eddie, Where is your optimism? Just kidding / just spoke with Ford and they will be sending the $775.00 after I take delivery. Whoo Hoo!!! Off to a Great Start. Kind of helps with the lack of tax encentives offered to previous hybrid buyers.

Thanks Corncob, Interesting is an understatement. If the sticker is different than 47/47 then it is not the car I put $500.00 down on. Logical... In theory I should be able to walk from the deal and get my deposit back. As you referenced / 3 parties here me the dealer and the corporation. Will update on how things unfold.

Nice, I plan to pick up my new 2014 Fusion H T this coming week after shoping and researching the car for two years and then waiting 7 weeks for special order Tianium. Wonder if it will have a new sticker or if I will get the $775.00... I agreed to the 47/47...