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Buy a Band New Car for Your Dear Mom, this Mother's Day at Ford of Ocala!

2008-05-08T23:09:00.000-07:00

* Treat your Mom, this Mother's Day, with the gift of a new Ford!

This Mother's Day, wish happiness, health and long life to your dear mom with a memorable gift!
Ford of Ocala now hosts special deals on the new 2008 Ford Edge. This crossover vehicle distinguishes itself with bold, American design, a flexible interior, dynamic driving character and a host of innovative features. The Edge delivers spirited performance, fuel efficiency and a smooth, quiet ride from its class-exclusive 265-horsepower V-6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission.

Take this opportunity to honor your mom with a new Ford Edge from our dealership. It's time she had some fun too.

For details contact Tegan at TBandell@dagmail.com
Phone:352-32-4800 Ext: 1152

Follow these gas saving tips for a fuel-efficient drive

2008-05-07T21:40:00.000-07:00

This spring, become fuel-conscious! To help you in this endeavour, we at Ford of Ocala, offer our customers some important gas saving tips. Here are the guidelines you need to follow for a fuel-efficient drive :

Improve your gas mileage by around 3% by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure
Improve your gas mileage by around 1-2% by using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil. The dealership will use the correct grade for your vehicle every time you go in for an oil change
Replacing a clogged air filter improves your gas mileage by as much as 10%
Follow a regular maintenance schedule to optimize your vehicle's fuel economy
Get the air pressure checked at least once a month
Have the mechanic rotate the tires as part of your routine maintenance to ensure even wear
Get your tires rotated at least every 6,000-7,000 miles which will help in detecting alignment problems and help prevent irregular wear
Driving with bad tires can make things worse. Therefore, get your tires examined for tread wear. Proper tread depth will help prevent skids and hydroplaning

To inspect any Ford vehicle, visit us in person at Ford of Ocala, 2816 N W Pine Avenue, Ocala, Florida FL 34475 or call (800) 292-3338. You can also log on to our dealership website at http://www.fordofocala.com/

Total cash back offer on fuel-efficient 2008 Fusion and Focus!

2008-05-06T23:06:00.000-07:00

Are you looking for a great saving offer on brand new Ford vehicles? Visit Ford of Ocala today and make use of our money and fuel saving offer. We present the total cash back offer of $2,000 on new and highly fuel-efficient cars - the 2008 Ford Fusion and the Focus.

The offer includes $1,500 Cash Back and $500 Ford Credit Bonus Cash on purchase of the Fusion or the Focus. Fuel economy of the 2008 Ford Fusion is 31 mpg, while the 2008 Ford Focus gives 35 mpg. For details on the Total Cash Back offer, visit
http://www.fordofocala.com/campaign/april-fusion.jsp

To take a test drive of the 2008 Ford Fusion or the Focus, visit us in person at Ford of Ocala, 2816 N W Pine Avenue, Ocala, Florida FL 34475 or call (800) 292-3338. You can also log on to our dealership website at http://www.fordofocala.com/

2008 Ford Focus Coupe. New for 2008.

2008-05-05T00:01:00.000-07:00

Bold. Brand new. Efficient. Young.

The all-new 2008 Ford Focus Coupe, the young, trendy and sporty small car has a bold new look, a modern interior and a high level of driving enjoyment. It has already carved a niche of its own in the small car segment. Its intricately designed cabin is quiet, inviting, ultra-modern appeals to young and old ones alike. This one is brand new from the Ford stable. It’s available in S and SE versions. For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338.

Await the newest sensation from Ford at our dealership!

2008-04-21T22:38:00.000-07:00

The time has come for automobile engineering to undergo a 360 degree change. This is because Ford's latest innovation, the Flex will be entering showrooms in late June. Our dealership will be a proud recipient of this model!

The Flex is no ordinary model. It is a crossover that exceeds all expectations and is set to become the new benchmark among vehicles in its class. It is already making waves, and automotive lovers have been falling over each other to own this rare piece - since it was unveiled at the New York Auto Show earlier this year, automobile lovers have not known peace of mind! The suspense has been heightened since the prototypes started moving around Manhattan!

Its lovely silhouette and its perfect combination of traditional and urbane looks has been drawing awed looks from onlookers, as much its features will catch users' imagination in the days to come by!

It is a new milestone among crossovers, having already been described as "fresh" and "unique" by auto authorities. Any wonder that in the mere days of getting known to the public, it has already generated over 5000 orders?

At our dealership, you can expect this marvelous model soon. Those living in and around Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Reddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke can expect a rare treat!

As usual, you can expect the same features at our dealership that has endeared us to you: Quick Quote; Owner Circle; Pre-owned Inventory, Weekend Specials and Blue Balloon Specials among others in the Pre-owned section, and New Vehicles Specials, Pre-owned Specials, Finance Specials, Weekend Specials and Blue Balloon Specials in the Online Specials among lots more!

You can drop in at 2816 NW Pine Avenue Ocala, FL 34475 to get this piece of automobile history. You can also call us up at 800-292-3338, to get set for happy motoring in future!

746 Additional Units of Shelby GT500KR for 2009

2008-04-16T03:43:00.000-07:00

To complement the 1000 2008 40th-Anniversary Edition Shelby GT500KR "King of the Road" Mustangs, Ford and Shelby Automobiles will build an additional 746 units for the 2009 model year, to help meet worldwide demand of the supercar. Of the total, 571 units will be available for U.S. customers, thus equalling the 1,571-unit production run of the original Shelby GT500KR. The remainder of the units will be for countries that did not receive 2008 models, including Canada. For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338.

2009 Shelby GT500KR

Like the 40th-Anniversary limited edition, the 2009 Shelby GT500KR will feature a 540-hp 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack, 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, short-throw shifter, and unique suspension tuning. Exterior design draws inspiration from the classic Shelby KR Mustangs and features unique carbon composite hood, wheels and unique striping. The unique 40th Anniversary badging will only be featured on the 2008 special edition.

The Shelby GT500KR or "King of the Road" Mustang is the fourth limited-edition Mustang that Shelby Automobiles and Ford have brought to market since resuming their collaboration in 2001. It builds on the performance and success of the 500-horsepower Shelby GT500 – the most powerful production Mustang ever.

Delivering the 'King of the Road'

The 2008 Shelby GT500KR began production on Carroll Shelby's 85th birthday on January 11 earlier this year. As production ramps up to launch, enthusiasts can expect to see the first GT500KRs arrive in dealerships, this spring. The strong demand for the new Shelby GT500KR was recently demonstrated at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, where a one-of-a-kind version built with a glass-roof was auctioned off for charity. The GT500KR sold with a winning bid of $550,000, which went toward helping the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

New U.S. Quality Study Shows Ford is Tops

2008-04-14T23:56:00.000-07:00

Ford of Ocala, the leading dealers for Ford vehicles in Ocala, Florida, is pleased to announce that the quality of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury brand vehicles rose to the top of the charts and equaled Toyota and Honda brands, according to the first quarter 2008 US Global Quality Research System (GQRS) study, conducted by RDA Group of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

The GQRS Study revealed that Ford matched Honda in initial quality, placing it at the top, on par with Toyota and Honda; Ford's vehicle quality has improved to 8 percent when compared to 2007; and every new car and truck, including the 2008 Ford Focus, has been launched with quality, far exceeding its predecessor.

Ford of Ocala specializes in Ford sales, service, spare parts, accessories and finance. Find out more about the exciting range of Ford vehicles at Ford of Ocala, 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, FL 34475. Call at (800) 292-3338 to speak to a Sales Advisor.

Ford Flex: Flexing Muscles Before Launch

2008-04-10T23:49:00.000-07:00

Its official launch still being months away, the Ford Motor Company's new crossover, Flex, is already flexing its muscles. The Flex is a huge hit on the Coasts. "I've already got people showing interest to buy them," said Beau Boeckmann, vice-president of Los Angeles' Galpin Ford, the largest Ford dealership in the world. "Cool people. People who haven't bought a Ford forever." For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338.

The Flex drew a lot of attention in New York last month during the auto show. Kate Pearce, marketing manager for the Flex, says the new Ford seems poised to be the sort of hit, the automaker was hoping for, as it starts to turn around its North American auto operations. "People are looking for something new and different, and this vehicle is really unlike anything else in the marketplace," she said. "The key is to give consumers the opportunity to see it in person."

After the New York auto show, the company left four prototype vehicles in the city. Ford drivers spent the next several days cruising around Manhattan to get the vehicle in front of potential customers. Every now and then, the drivers would pull over, let people get a closer look and take the opportunity to hand out the Flex's business card. Ford will put on similar road shows in other cities before the vehicle goes on sale in June. The Flex will be on the Strip in Las Vegas later this month, then in Los Angeles.

This kind of guerrilla marketing was Jim Farley's trademark when he launched Toyota Motor Company's Scion brand in 2003, with a miniscule marketing budget. Now, Farley is running sales and marketing for Ford, and is hoping to work some of the same magic with the Flex. Speaking to The Detroit News at the Los Angeles auto show in November, he called the full-size crossover "a vehicle only Ford could have produced". It is retro and modern at the same time, he said, adding it is "a marketers’ dream" because of its polarizing design. Farley is hoping that the Flex will build on the success of Ford's other new crossover, the Edge, introduced in 2006. Auto analyst Erich Merkle of IRN Inc. in Grand Rapids called the Flex "fresh" and "unique".

Flex to hit the roads by June-end

The Flex will arrive in dealerships at the end of June, but Ford has opened the order book already, in February, and has received more than 5,000 orders from around the country. Price will start under the $29,000. The early interest on the Coasts is important because consumers on both sides of the country have been big import buyers, especially in California, which has the country's largest vehicle content. For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338.

Ford of Ocala changes Ford, Lincoln and Mercury-Certified Pre-owned (CPO) programs

2008-04-08T23:29:00.000-07:00

Ford of Ocala, the leading dealership for new, pre-owned Ford vehicles, parts and services in Ocala, Florida, is excited to announce changes to the Ford, Lincoln and Mercury-Certified Pre-owned (CPO) programs. The changes have been made to re-energize the programs and make them more competitive in the market. The changes are effective from April 2, 2008.

The features of these programs are:

Improved warranty coverage - expanding 6yr/100,000 mile coverage to all eligible vehicles plus 3 month/3,000 mile comprehensive from date of sale for Ford and Mercury

Updated vehicle inspection points

Expanded vehicle eligibility - a wider range of age and mileage options Super Duty - yes, Super Duty is being added to the program

Summary - CPO Program Changes, Effective 4/2/2008

Detailed Description - CPO Program Changes, Effective 4/02/08

Vehicle Eligibility Increase - Model Year and Mileage (Including Super Duty)

Vehicle model year eligibility has been expanded to include current and/or five previous models years. For example, with effect from April 2, 2008, model years eligible for certification will include 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 and 2003.
Vehicle mileage eligibility has increased to include vehicles with less than 80,000 miles

Vehicle Eligibility - Super Duty Added to Program for Ford Dealers
Ford dealers will be able to certify E-250, E-350, F-250 and F-350 vehicles.
Like other Ford CPO models, these models will include a 6-year / 100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty and a 3-month / 3,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty
These vehicles are subject to the same eligibility requirements as identified on the back of the Limited Warranty Statement. For example, Super Duty vehicles geared toward commercial use such as, but not limited to, chassis cab and stripped chassis, are not eligible.

Vehicle Inspection Process: Inspection Points Added
A new competitive inspection process that includes up to 169-points has been established for the Ford, Lincoln and Mercury CPO programs.
All points will not be applicable to all vehicles as they are for hi-tech items (power lift gate, rear-view camera system, deployable running boards, navigation system, etc.), as well as for diesel, convertible and hybrid vehicles.
Vehicle Warranty - Ford and Mercury Vehicles: 6/100,000 Powertrain Extended to all Model Years
All eligible Ford and Mercury CPO vehicles will include a 6-year / 100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty
In addition, all eligible Ford and Mercury CPO vehicles will include a 3-month / 3,000-mile Limited Comprehensive (PremiumCare) Warranty
The comprehensive warranty is registered only after the vehicle sale information is reported in the CPO dealer administrative web site.
Note - those vehicles with at least 3-months and 3,000-miles left on the new vehicle limited warranty will not have the 3-month / 3,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty contract registered as the remaining new vehicle warranty will already provide this coverage.

For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338.

Buy Ford, Win a 1.8-GB flat panel computer FREE!

2008-03-26T10:48:00.000-07:00

The fun never ends at Ford of Ocala. Gear up for our latest surprise. If you desire to take home a 1.8-GB Processor, flat panel computer absolutely FREE, there could be no better time than this! Our dealership has come up with a unique Computer Giveaway scheme. All you need to do is, fill up some simple details, schedule and take a test drive of any new or used Ford vehicle at our dealership, The scheme is on from March till June, 2008.

The added feature of this scheme is that you need not buy a new Ford to qualify for this, even a used Ford will help you get a computer. Join in the fun today. The winner could be YOU!

This is the latest of such fun schemes at our dealership. In addition, there is always a huge array of wonderful features, offers and specials you would love to have from our dealership.

Take a look at Quick Quote and Owner Circle in our New Vehicles section; Pre-owned Inventory, Weekend Specials, Blue Balloon Specials among Pre-owned and much more.

Our address, 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, FL is the favorite spot for Ford lovers in and around Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Reddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke!

So, what are you waiting for? Come, join in the fun today and take home a 1.8-GB Processor, flat panel computer FREE.

Easter Special: $1000 Cash Back on the new 2008 Ford Focus at Ford of Ocala

2008-03-13T03:01:00.000-07:00

Easter is here and it is time to spread fun and cheer all around. Ford of Ocala, the premier Ford dealership in Ocala, Florida, gives you a chance to make a new beginning this Easter! The dealership is offering $1000 cash back on the new 2008 Ford Focus.

The 2008 Ford Focus brings a bold new look, a refined and flexible interior and a higher level of driving enjoyment to an evolving small car market. With features including Ford Sync, standard side-curtain air bags and fuel economy in the mid-30s, the redesigned Focus plays an important role in Ford Motor Company's resurging car portfolio. Visit Ford of Ocala, Focus on your dreams and passion, and begin a new journey of life.

We, at Ford of Ocala, showcase an exclusive range of Ford cars such as the Focus, Fusion, Mustang, Taurus, Edge, and Taurus X, Ford trucks such as the Ranger, F-150, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, and E-Series, Ford SUVs such as the Escape, Escape Hybrid, Explorer Sport Trac, Explorer and Expedition and custom vehicles.

Visit our dealership in person or log on to our website http://www.fordofocala.com/ for all the necessary information and details of the special offers. We are located at 2816 N W Pine Avenue, Ocala, Florida, and serve in and around Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Reddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke.

This St Patrick's Day, go green with the 2008 Ford Escape

2008-03-11T00:35:00.000-07:00

St. Patrick's Day is here! It's time to go green and usher in the spring with fun and cheer. We, at Ford of Ocala, have a budget-friendly offer which will help you make a green statement on St Patrick's Day. We present $2000.00 cash discount on the brand new Ford Escape.

The 2008 Ford Escape, one of America's best-selling small utility vehicles, has been completely redesigned for 2008. The all-new Escape makes a more powerful statement with a bolder and more rugged exterior design. The interior resets the bar for small utility vehicles with more upscale appointments, new innovative storage options and improved comfort and quietness.

Car Models at Ford of Ocala

Ford of Ocala stocks and sells all New, Used and Certified Pre-Owned Ford cars, SUVs, trucks and custom vehicles such as the Focus, Fusion, Mustang, Taurus, Edge, Taurus X, Escape, Escape Hybrid, Explorer Sport Trac, Explorer, Expedition, Ranger, F-150, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350 and E-Series.

The dealership offers world-class service on all Ford vehicles. It is equipped with a state-of-the-art Service Centre and a team of technically qualified and trained persons. Online customers can check out the dealership website for special offers, to set up a Service Appointment or order Parts and Accessories free of cost.

For details about St Patrick's Day special offer on the 2008 Ford or any other information regarding our dealership, visit us in person at 2816 N W Pine Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34475 or call us at 800-292-3338. You can log on to our dealership website at http://www.fordofocala.com/

$4500 Cash Back on 2008 Ford Super Duty

2008-02-28T21:37:00.000-08:00

This is your chance to buy America's best-selling truck for 31 years, the Ford Super Duty. Stop by the Ford of Ocala dealership and explore our impressive collection of new 2008 Super Duty's. The 2008 Super Duty series is offered in three cab styles – Regular Cab, Super Cab and Crew Cab - and with two bed lengths. This offer is available for a limited time period only. Make sure you get there ahead of the rush!

Contact the Internet Sales Department to discuss how you can save when you buy the Super Duty. Call 1-800-292-3338 for details. Ford of Ocala is located at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, FL 34475 and extends dealership services to residents of Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Riddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke.

Time to drive home the new 2008 Ford Expedition

2008-02-19T22:01:00.000-08:00

Now is the perfect time to begin the Expedition of joy with this wonder machine from Ford. Ford of Ocala provides fabulous offers featuring 0% APR for 60 months or $4,000 cash back on 2008 Ford Expedition models. The Ford Expedition brings qualities together in an automobile never seen before:

Fantastic ride quality and luxury coupled with versatile space
Superior performance and driving pleasure with world class safety
Advanced styling with solid durability

The 2008 Ford Expedition is powered by Ford’s tough truck-proven 5.4-liter Triton V-8 engine. Rated at 300 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque, the 2008 Ford Expedition can tow up to 9,200 pounds, for the best tow rating in its class. The 2008 Ford Expedition delivers a sophisticated level of interior comfort, refinement and quality. For example, the Ford Expedition’s seats are designed with large bolsters, soft cushions and premium materials to provide increased comfort on long trips. Both second and third-row seats fold flat into the load floor, providing easily accessible cargo space without the inconvenience of removing a heavy, cumbersome rear seat. For the ultimate in convenience, the 2008 Ford Expedition offers a first-in-class available PowerFold third-row seat that folds flat with the touch of a button.

The Expedition has received five-star front safety NCAP ratings for the driver and passenger from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for seven consecutive years.

Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer! Don’t have time to visit the dealership? We will deliver the Expedition to your home or office. Act now!

Ford of Ocala has a wide range of New and Pre-Owned Ford vehicles such as the Focus, Fusion, Mustang, Taurus, Edge, Taurus X, Ranger, F-150, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, E-Series, Escape, Escape Hybrid, Explorer Sport Trac, Explorer and Expedition. Our dealership provides world-class service on Ford vehicles and stocks an extensive choice of spare parts and accessories.
The Ford of Ocala dealership extends its great services to cities such as Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Reddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke, FL.
For more details, please contact us at the Ford of Ocala dealership at 800-292-3338 or log on to our website at http://www.fordofocala.com/.

2008 Ford Focus Is a Hit with Online Consumers

2008-02-11T16:07:00.000-08:00

- "Awesomeness!"
- "I have never, ever enjoyed a vehicle as much as I enjoy this one."
- "The absolute best part of this car is the SYNC system!"
- "You will not be disappointed. Did I mention that this car gets around 35 miles per
gallon as well?"

The 2008 Ford Focus is generating rave reviews among consumers as it enjoys a brisk sales pace. Focus sales were up 44 percent in January compared with a year ago. It's bolstering Ford’s share of the important small car market: Retail sales have been up every month (3) since the new model was introduced. Following are verbatim consumer reviews of the 2008 Ford Focus as posted on three top automotive research sites: http://www.autos.yahoo.com/, http://www.edmunds.com/ and http://www.autos.msn.com/

1. The Best Compact Car I’ve Known - "I've been driving Civic for 6 years and kind of tired of driving no-character car. Finally I was hooked up by the new Focus, especially the cool design. Unexpectedly, the interior was also neat and clean. Very quiet, too. I traded in my Civic with no regret. Frankly, I didn't know Ford has come this far matching, actually exceeding, Japanese sedans. Great work, Ford!" - posted by Mike on http://www.edmunds.com/

2. Inexpensive High Quality Car - "For the price and the discounts you get, this is the best buy in 2008, period. The cabin is super quiet, even when shifting gears (can barely hear the engine) and the shifting is smooth as butter. It handles awesome, the ride is very soft, has plenty of power, the seats are very comfortable, the Microsoft SYNC is just perfect. I have the Audiophile system and music sounds awesome with the built-in Subwoofer. Ambient lighting is great as well. Do yourself a favor. If you want to get a high quality inexpensive car, this is the one! Plus, the gas mileage is great. I am very happy with this car. Can't believe how quiet and smooth it is....Awesomeness!" - posted by Focused on http://www.edmunds.com/

3. Great Car - "This car has all the extra features of a luxury car at 1/2 the price. Heated seats, great stereo, Sirius radio, minimal road and wind noise (it has a very quiet interior), cool Sync system, nice leather seats, great handling and a good ride quality. All that and great gas mileage too." - posted by Chris from Walled Lake, Mich. on http://www.autos.yahoo.com/

4. 2008 Ford Focus is a definite WINNER!!! - "Wonderful re-design by Ford... this is my 5th Focus … and I think more than likely will be the best. I love the new styling inside and out …car design has been well thought out ... the interior is spacious and the "Sync" media system is great ... I own European and Japanese autos, but I really enjoy this car…this size and economy is great...the price ... wonderful ...THANKS FORD FOR A JOB WELL DONE !!" - posted by WB Samples from Raleigh, N.C. on http://www.autos.yahoo.com/

5. Need to Consider - "Very well put together, interior has improved in quality, noise is reduced greatly, drivability is awesome. Beats Corolla hands down, very good competitor for Civic." - posted by Chester to http://www.autos.msn.com/

6. Check Out the New Focus - "My daughter just purchased this car and I’ve driven it quite a bit. Appears to be very solid and well built. Nice acceleration even with automatic. (I have a 24V DOHC Taurus and the Focus impressed). On her first tank of gas she got 30.5 mpg in around town driving. Interior is nicely done. I’m impressed enough that if I were buying a new car it would be this. I think it’s a nice new change for the Focus." - posted by Fred on http://www.autos.msn.com/

7. 2008 Ford Focus SES Coupe - "I have owned all sorts of vehicles....Dodge, Ford, Toyota, Chevy, Mazda and BMW. I have never, ever enjoyed a vehicle as much as I enjoy this one. The cabin is SUPER quiet, even when shifting gears (can barely hear the engine) and the shifting is smooth as butter. It handles awesome, the ride is very soft, has plenty of power, the seats are very comfortable, the Microsoft SYNC easily plays all my artists on my Wolverine 5160 (160GB). It took about 5 minutes or so to index all the files, but when it finished, I asked it to play whatever artist I wanted and it responded beautifully. Hands-free phone conversation is another gem with this vehicle. The person on the other end can hear your voice perfectly. This is the real Bluetooth! I have the Audiophile system and music sounds awesome with the built in Subwoofer in the trunk. Also, Ambient lighting is great as well. Do yourself a favor. If you want to get a great vehicle that is inexpensive, but has quality to boot, please look into this car. You will not be disappointed. Did I mention that this car gets around 35 miles per gallon as well? I am so happy about this car....Can Ya Tell? It’s perfect in every way." - posted by Coozy from Hilton, NY on http://www.autos.yahoo.com/

8. 2008 Ford Focus SES (5-Speed) - "I use this car to commute to work in the winter (60 miles a day). The car is a gem! I am extremely impressed with the car comfort, ride, and handling (much better handling than I expected). It drives great here in the northwest wet, snow, and ice. With mixed city and highway driving I average 33mpg. The absolute best part of this car is the SYNC system! I have used it with my new 80GB Zune, a Gen 1 apple Nano, and music on several USB memory sticks. The audiophile audio system sounds amazing (I usually swap the stock speakers - but I think I will keep these). I love the hands free calling. Do not buy this car without the SYNC!" - posted by Mike from Seattle on http://www.autos.msn.com/

9. Good Little Car - "This little car is more than what I expected for the cost. I would have to say it moves nicely and does not have any issues getting around for a little 2.0 liter. I am happy to lower my payments as this is a great car for the money – I would choose it over a Honda Civic any day of the week. Our other car is a '06 Honda Accord and the Focus is quieter than my fully loaded V6 Accord. The interior is clean and well thought out as the controls with the satellite radio and Sync take a little getting used to. I will have to say that the Sync is far superior to the i-control of the BMW 5 series and the Honda Accord that I own….this is a gas saver and a great commuter car." - posted by Bryan to http://www.edmunds.com/

10. Great price / mpg - "I am completely satisfied with this car so far. I have only driven 430 miles but I love the way the car handles. I got the base model with the 5-speed manual transmission. I filled up at 400 miles so the mpg is as advertised. I love the styling and have had several compliments. I feel good driving this car. I needed an economical car that fit my budget and this was it!" - posted by Philip to http://www.edmunds.com/

Valentine's Day Special: High discounts on high tech Ford cars

2008-01-28T22:20:00.000-08:00

Are you looking for a special car to give your loved one for this Valentine's Day? We at Ford of Ocala display a couple of cars that will obey your beloved's command. The 2008 Ford Focus and the Fusion are equipped with the SYNC technology that will play the music of your choice without any kind of touch-button operations.

For this Valentine's Day, the 2008 Ford Focus and Fusion are available with a discount of $1000 and $1500 off respectively, at our dealership. For details about this offer or any Ford model, visit us at Ford of Ocala, 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida, FL 34475. You can call us on (800) 292-3338 or log on to our dealership website http://www.fordofocala.com/

Get yourself Taurus-The safest full-size car

2008-01-09T21:38:00.000-08:00

Taurus has been rated a top safety pick by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. Taurus has received top-of-the-line ratings in front, side and rear impact protection tests of the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety and the crash tests performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This dramatic power package has earned the highest government crash test rating of five stars in every category. Taurus, which has got best possible ratings in these stringent tests, is undisputedly the safest car of recent times. Apart from being in the top of the list of safety cars, Taurus is also recognized as the most spacious car in its category and offers top-class seat comfort.

Visit Ford of Ocala today to test drive this full-sized safety sedan. We are located in Ocala, Florida and showcase full line up of Ford cars, crossovers, trucks and SUVs. Get to know more about Taurus and other Ford vehicles from our dealership website

Another step forward in making hydrogen a viable alternative fuel

2008-01-08T21:51:00.000-08:00

Ford Motor Company, which has made much progress in hydrogen technology, now with its energy partner, BP, opened a second hydrogen station at Oviedo in Florida on December 11, 2007. With this, the Ford Motor Company, BP, and the state of Florida have marked an important milestone in their collective path towards the use of hydrogen as viable alternative fuel for the future. The station will fuel a fleet of Ford Focus fuel cell vehicles. The Ford Motor Company continues to support this project with the much needed infrastructure to fuel its vehicle fleet. This is another major milestone in this joint government and industry initiative.

One of the hydrogen-powered Ford Focus vehicles gives the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) park rangers a pollution-free ride during everyday operations at Wekiwa Springs State Park, which attracts nearly 185,000 visitors annually. Home to a handful of freshwater springs, the 8,000-acre park protects the headwaters of the Wekiva River. Two more vehicles are utilized by DEP`s Central Regulatory District for field inspections. Progress Energy`s energy-efficiency specialists and customer account managers are using the remaining three hydrogen-fueled cars at their Jamestown Operations Center.

The hydrogen demonstration project is part of an initiative unveiled in 2004 by the U.S. Department of Energy. Through the federal government`s Controlled Hydrogen Fleet and Infrastructure Demonstration and Validation Project, Ford supplied the Florida DEP and Progress Energy with six hydrogen-powered Ford Focus fuel cell vehicles. BP America supplies the cars with hydrogen fuel through a grant from the state of Florida.
Ford, Chevron and Progress Energy Florida opened the state`s first hydrogen station in Orlando in May. This station fuels four Ford Hydrogen-powered shuttle buses used at the Orlando airport and provides a test platform for showcasing the production, storage and dispensing of hydrogen fuel.

The company currently has a fleet of 30 hydrogen-powered Focus fuel cell vehicles on the road as part of a worldwide, seven-city program to conduct real world testing of fuel cell technology. The fleet has accumulated more than 650,000 miles since its inception. With this fleet on the ground, information is being generated in different local environmental conditions that can be integrated into future fuel cell vehicle propulsion systems.

As a hydrogen infrastructure is developed and implemented for the fleet at each of its locations, lessons learned are being generated to insure that the customer and hydrogen fueling interface is seamless and customer friendly.

For more information on this and any other Ford vehicles, please contact Ford of Ocala directly at (800) 292-3338.

Focusing on your needs and passion....

2008-01-08T21:44:00.000-08:00

The 2008 Ford Focus brings a bold new look, a refined and flexible interior and a higher level of driving enjoyment to an evolving small car market.

The new Focus comes with a choice of two engines. The standard engine is a 140-horsepower 2.0-liter, Duratec 20 dual-overhead-cam (DOHC), inline 4-cylinder. There`s also a super-clean, 130-horsepower Duratec 20E engine that qualifies Focus as a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV).

For the new 2008 Ford Focus, Ford`s design team drew inspiration from the highly successful Fusion, borrowing that car`s prominent chrome-bar grille design, flared wheel arches and sweeping, crisp lines to create a small car that stands out with a sporty stance.

The all-new interior design, with unique materials and new levels of craftsmanship, delivers a sense of modern, contemporary openness and provides even more flexible storage space.

The 2008 Ford Focus is one of the first Ford Motor Company vehicles to feature Sync, a cutting-edge way to use cell phones and media players inside a vehicle. This industry-first technology offers unprecedented levels of connection, control, simplicity and personalization for electronic devices inside a car.

Visit Ford of Ocala, the leading dealership in Ocala, Florida, to focus on your dream car. Our dealership represents the Ford brand and specializes in Ford sales, service, spare parts and finance.

Ford of Ocala serves areas such as Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Reddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke.

A New Year`s Day Special Offer: A $300 American Express Gift Card from Ford of Ocala

2007-12-29T00:12:00.000-08:00

The countdown for the New Year has already begun. Start your new year off right with a $300 American Express Gift Card, compliments from Ford of Ocala, the leading dealership for new and certified pre-owned Ford vehicles in Ocala, Florida, with the purchase of a vehicle on January 1, 2008 ONLY! The Gift Card coupon is available on the Ford of Ocala website at http://www.fordofocala.com/amex/index.jsp and to take advantage of this offer, you need to present the coupon at the time of purchase on New Year`s Day! Ford of Ocala will be open 11am to 6pm on January 1, 2008.

So come visit Ford of Ocala on New Year`s Day and start the year in a brand new Ford Car!

2008 Ford Mustang: First-Ever Convertible with 5-Star Crash Rating

2007-12-28T13:46:00.000-08:00

The 2008 Ford Mustang became the first convertible to ever receive a five-star safety rating in all NHTSA and NCAP tests. The best-selling convertible stands alone in its class as a true 5-Star safety rated vehicle.

The 2008 Ford Mustang Convertible received the highest rating in the following test categories:

Frontal crash evaluations for both driver and front-seat passenger
Side impact evaluations for both driver and rear-seat passenger directly behind the driver
NHTSAs rollover test - a two-tiered evaluation used to gauge a vehicle's resistance to rollover

It also received the following by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS):

Highest side-impact performance rating

The Ford Mustang is Americas best-selling convertible and one of the greatest automotive sales success stories. It will continue to stay on top of sales with exciting new features that include High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, 18-inch wheels on the V-6 coupe, and an interior ambient lighting system. For the 2008 Mustang, standard side air bags have been added to an already comprehensive safety package that includes a Personal Safety System designed to respond to the severity of a crash and other factors.

If you are interested to find out more information, please visit http://www.fordofocala.com/2008-mustang/index.jsp.

Ford of Ocala has a wide variety of New and Certified Pre-owned Ford vehicles. Find out more about these exciting offers at . For more details visit us at http://www.fordofocala.com/ or call us at (800) 292-3338.

Ford heralds another revolution!

2007-12-18T19:44:00.000-08:00

Imagine TELLING your vehicle audio system or your Bluetooth system to perform functions! This concept of speaking to your car, literally, an innovative feature of immeasurable depth and dimension, is aptly called SYNC.

Predictably, it has been pioneered by Ford Motor Company and Microsoft. 2008 models of the Ford Edge and Focus SES have this ultra-flexible software platform, developed in partnership with Microsoft, whereby all you need to do is TELL your car to play music or make a phone call, and it listens!

We are proud to be part of a company that is leading the way in innovation. With this latest technology, you can bring any of these digital media players - Apple iPods, Microsoft Zunes and other MP3 players, as well as Bluetooth - enabled mobile phones, into your car, and tell them to perform, and they do!

More happy news from Ford of Ocala

2007-12-17T19:45:00.000-08:00

Arriving soon at Ford of Ocala - the revival of a fantasy! The old legend, the 1968 Mustang Bullit, returns to rule the roads again! This awe-inspiring car set the pulse racing in its time and now it is back after a 40-year hiatus. It is more refined; a Mustang that blends the great tradition of the past with a racing technology of the present.

Its engine generates 315 horses and it comes in striking, unique colors. It nests on the famed Shelby GT 500 seats and steering styles. Be the first to drive the 2008 Mustang Bullitt!

Ford of Ocala also showcases the Taurus X. It ranks at the top in a good number of parameters in Consumer Reports! In a test conducted on four mid-size SUV's, Taurus X emerged as a "Recommended Buy" model! It beat other leading models in the market, such as the Toyota Highlander, Buick Enclave and, among minivans, the Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country!

So visit Ford of Ocala and check out the all-new Mustang Bullit and the all-popular Taurus X.

Click and welcome home your favorite Ford!

2007-10-30T22:34:00.000-07:00

Ford dealership at your doorstep! If you still don't believe what we are saying is true, we at Ford of Ocala suggest that you need to experience the truth. Our customers are precious to us. We understand that time is valuable for our customers and sometimes they run short on time to visit our showroom. That's the reason why we are going an extra mile and delivering factory fresh Ford cars and trucks to your doorstep at work or home.

Whether you want to extend your test drive or buy your vehicle, you need not have to visit our dealership. Log on to our website or give us a call and we will be glad to bring your favorite car or truck right in front of your home or workplace.

The choice, whether you want to visit our dealership or want our dealership to visit you, is of course yours. It is our privilege to provide prompt and customer-friendly service. This is another step to get closer to you and make your motor buying experience easy and pleasant. Impressed? Then, press the button and submit the form. You don't have to wait long for the fresh smell of your dream vehicle! We will soon reach you!

Halloween Offer: $1500 Savings on 2007 Ford Fusion .....

2007-10-29T23:53:00.000-07:00

Ford of Ocala offers its Ford vehicles, this Halloween, at prices that won't scare you. Forget about scary tricks and save $1500 on the 2007 Ford Fusion!

The 2007 Ford Fusion is no scare and all flair. With a performance, power, style and first-in-its-class all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration, it takes the word fear out of all your celebrations. The Ford Fusion is equipped with a 160 hp, 2.3-liter four-cylinder Duratec engine or a 221 hp, 3.0-liter V-6 engine depending on the trim selection. The four-cylinder engine is coupled to a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic transmission and the V-6-powered Fusion is teamed to an advanced 6-speed-automatic transmission.

Ford Fusion comes with a standard anti-lock braking system (ABS) and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that emphasize safety. Also part of the Fusion is a Ford Sync system, which is an advanced hands-free technology that enables the integration of cell phones and portable media players into the vehicle's audio system via Bluetooth technology and USB connectivity.

The special $1500 savings offer is valid till October 31st. Visit Ford of Ocala today or log onto http://www.fordofocala.com/halloween-specials/index.jsp to take advantage of this offer. Enjoy the Fusion of power, style, tricks, and treats!