[GapBoyPCS]

patvan,May 30 2004, 05:29 PM Wrote:The dealers are starting to receive 2005s in this region, but so far everyone's hiding them in the back of their parking lots. Only 2004s in the showroom.

Is this per order from Ford, waiting for an official release date, or is it just because they're trying to sell off their 2004s (which is my theory)?

The 2005s were released at the start of May 2004.

As many have figured, Ford's sales hasn't been terrible. Cut-throat competition and incentives have reduced profits and such. The last thing dealers need are extra 2004s on the lot when an improved (and more powerful) 2005 is there. So your theory is right.

However, those with low inventory levels are pushing them. My dealer has had them for a while...even an ST. They've been trying to get me into one...or that "slightly used SVT" :rolleyes: