Bluecruise and multicontour seats?
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99WhiteC5Coupe
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Keep in mind that any Ford dealer accepting retail orders for new vehicles is an “authorized Ford dealer” - and that is an extension of Ford.
They are a franchise. It would not be prudent to blame Ford for improper communication by a franchise dealership. I would make a complaint to Ford, but Would not hold them accountable for this case. The dealership knew what the buyer wanted not the manufacturer and they, the dealer, screwed it up.
Get out of the weeds people. He didn't get what he wanted, and he is looking for help. Bottom line, probably not finding the Unicorn 22 with MCS. Can't order a 23 with it.
OP, Also they are doing the same deletes on 23 Limited F150's. No MCS, no Park Assist, and no Heated Steering wheel.
So Nav, or another manufacturer is your only option. I am with you, I hate the styling of the Nav, and honestly don't like the interior either.
I am also waiting for an Expedition that has all the options the Wife wants before trading in.
OP, Also they are doing the same deletes on 23 Limited F150's. No MCS, no Park Assist, and no Heated Steering wheel.
So Nav, or another manufacturer is your only option. I am with you, I hate the styling of the Nav, and honestly don't like the interior either.
I am also waiting for an Expedition that has all the options the Wife wants before trading in.
Most of the Expeditions are still coming with them, but I have seen a few when looking at stickers with it deleted. Most F150's are missing it.
hj_buf
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Thanks to all who replied. I'm not mad at the dealer or at Ford, that wasn't the point of my post. I'm certain they would prefer to sell me a $90k SUV with the options I wanted if they could. I'm also guessing it's my fault for not understanding the ordering process and not double checking the build that was submitted, I'm lazy and often clueless when it comes to this stuff.
FWIW they did get me my Bronco exactly as ordered ;-)
So, where I'm at:
1) Mercedes GLS -- I used to own a GL 550, and it was very nice. Service was also very good, and my dealer offered "concierge" pick up / drop off which is really convenient. Never did love the seats, though, and the headrests were weirdly uncomfortable. Will take a look at the GLS 580 in the coming week.
2) BMW X7 -- Just drove one today. Much, much nicer than I thought it would be. Definite contender. Will be taking a second look on Thursday.
Unfortunately, neither the GLS or the X7 have seating for 8, which is something I love about my Expedition. They do both have 6 and 7 seat configurations, and 7 might be enough.
3) GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate / Cadillac Escalade Sport or Premium Luxury Platinum -- Both very nice. Love the sound of the big V8. Very comfortable seats. I think the massage function is only the seat back for your lumbar region, and doesn't include your butt or the seat bottom. Also, and I find this very strange, it seems that the only way to get massage seats is to also get the rear seat entertainment system, which I hate.
4) Navigator -- This is probably my best option if I need something now. Loved the ride, I just really, really don't like how it looks. Can't spend that much on something that bugs me.
5) Bentley Bentyaga - The closest dealership is 300 miles away ;-)
I've been seeing the "leaks" on Ford Authority about the potential new resigned Expedition coming in 2025, which has me thinking I might try to wait it out or see if the 2024 adds the options I want back. Hoping the order banks open up early this year.
FWIW they did get me my Bronco exactly as ordered ;-)
So, where I'm at:
1) Mercedes GLS -- I used to own a GL 550, and it was very nice. Service was also very good, and my dealer offered "concierge" pick up / drop off which is really convenient. Never did love the seats, though, and the headrests were weirdly uncomfortable. Will take a look at the GLS 580 in the coming week.
2) BMW X7 -- Just drove one today. Much, much nicer than I thought it would be. Definite contender. Will be taking a second look on Thursday.
Unfortunately, neither the GLS or the X7 have seating for 8, which is something I love about my Expedition. They do both have 6 and 7 seat configurations, and 7 might be enough.
3) GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate / Cadillac Escalade Sport or Premium Luxury Platinum -- Both very nice. Love the sound of the big V8. Very comfortable seats. I think the massage function is only the seat back for your lumbar region, and doesn't include your butt or the seat bottom. Also, and I find this very strange, it seems that the only way to get massage seats is to also get the rear seat entertainment system, which I hate.
4) Navigator -- This is probably my best option if I need something now. Loved the ride, I just really, really don't like how it looks. Can't spend that much on something that bugs me.
5) Bentley Bentyaga - The closest dealership is 300 miles away ;-)
I've been seeing the "leaks" on Ford Authority about the potential new resigned Expedition coming in 2025, which has me thinking I might try to wait it out or see if the 2024 adds the options I want back. Hoping the order banks open up early this year.
nationalgallery
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The Cullinan looks pretty darn nice, and there's certainly a large color palette to choose from:
(bespoke colors available)
Gun to my head I'd pick the Mercedes. My dream is to one day buy a E-Series AMG wagon.
Noone brought up the range rover to you, you can get massaging seats and a third row, and since price isn't an issue, it would be perfect for you. It's also one of the best driving suvs now according to journalists.
Since the navigator is out, I would choose from your choices the bmw x7 by proxy. I dont rele care for the refreshed face though but im in germany right now and see it often, so its growing on me. I don't like how the mb gls looks inside or out, it's too boring to me. Both offer less space than if prefer, so I'd def look at the cx90, xc90 or aviator if I was looking at them. I like the jeep grand wagoneers interior and front end. I hate the rear end with a passion. If I did do the jeep, it would have to be the obsidian trim because the blacked out look makes the rear end more palatable.
