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Old October 21st 07, 10:27 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.mustang
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Default NASTY Lil' Cobra Being Twin Screwed

Michael Johnson wrote:
> John wrote:
>> "Michael Johnson" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> John wrote:
>>>> "Michael Johnson" > wrote in message
>>>> ...
>>>>> I think an upscale Cougar well optioned with a 400 hp, 5.0L, N/A 32
>>>>> valve V-8 would sell like hotcakes priced around $35k.
>>>> I still say a 4 door, sporty station wagon Mustang would sell like
>>>> crazy!
>>> That's like putting mustard on ice cream.

>>
>> Yuck! Being the ice cream connoisseur that I was, pre-diabetic now in
>> my 50's, that was like a pan of cold water.

>
> Sometimes a slap to the face is needed.
>
>> I agree, to the purist, it would be revolting. But to the somewhat
>> brand loyal, practical man and somewhat experienced, or most likely
>> displaced, secretary with several kids and friends, football practices
>> and games, and the odd weekend project, I think it would do quite well.

>
> I have a feeling that the number of new buyers they get from a four door
> Mustang would be offset by the number of Mustang enthusiasts they would
> lose. IMO, some things just aren't meant to be, like a four door
> Mustang. Any more than two doors and it ceases to be a Mustang. Besides
> there are plenty of fine and capable four door sedans to choose from
> that are already in the showrooms.


So you're thinking that if they came out with a second different
model that has four doors, some loyal Mustang owners would sell and or
never buy another Mustang again even with the two door still in production??

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