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By Vud on 11-02-09
CIT Group the 100 year old commercial lender declares bankruptcy. But due largely to a one time government plan;
- HEY - Ford had a good quarter !
Results: DOW up 122pts. Watch your money folks.
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By Firebeam on 11-02-09
I’m the third generation in this family of Ford loyalists. The Ford truck cannot be beat—-all others pale in comparison.
I’m proud to support a company that builds consistently good products, provides great service and had the smarts to weather the hard times and still say “NO” to a government bailout. Obviously not everyone will agree with me and there are those who have had bad experiences, I’m not saying that Ford is perfect; however, the strong survive.
When examining the recent economic events, it is tough for customers who may not have been Ford fans in the past to continue their loyalty elsewhere—-at least int he domestic market. And if you’re not buying domestically then you’re contributiong the the recent economic events.
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By Vud on 11-02-09
My ‘91 Ford has almost a 1/4 million miles on it and no signs of slowing down. Could’nt be happier. But Ford has to EARN my business everytime I purchase…I look out for MY and my families interests’ not Ford’s.
Realize this: Ford hasn’t had a winning YEAR profit-wise, since 2005. They *will* gain market share though, due to recent events.
Just say’n the DOW et al is acting as rationally as it was a year and a half ago. It’s your money, be careful.
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By FightOrFlight on 11-02-09
Ford made all it’s money off of me in 1978… I am still driving it!
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Let’s be civil. The Flathead Beacon encourages vigorous discussion and lively debate, but we will delete comments that attack other readers, make accusations we can’t verify, stray too far off topic, criticize local businesses (call them if you have a problem), convict someone of a crime, use profanity or are simply judged to be in bad taste. We don’t always have someone moderating comments, so we ask for your help: If you see a comment that violates these ground rules, or you simply deem it offensive, please e-mail editor [at] flatheadbeacon.com. The views expressed in the comments section do not reflect those of the Beacon.
By Vud on 11-02-09
CIT Group the 100 year old commercial lender declares bankruptcy. But due largely to a one time government plan;
- HEY - Ford had a good quarter !
Results: DOW up 122pts. Watch your money folks.
By Firebeam on 11-02-09
I’m the third generation in this family of Ford loyalists. The Ford truck cannot be beat—-all others pale in comparison.
I’m proud to support a company that builds consistently good products, provides great service and had the smarts to weather the hard times and still say “NO” to a government bailout. Obviously not everyone will agree with me and there are those who have had bad experiences, I’m not saying that Ford is perfect; however, the strong survive.
When examining the recent economic events, it is tough for customers who may not have been Ford fans in the past to continue their loyalty elsewhere—-at least int he domestic market. And if you’re not buying domestically then you’re contributiong the the recent economic events.
By Vud on 11-02-09
My ‘91 Ford has almost a 1/4 million miles on it and no signs of slowing down. Could’nt be happier. But Ford has to EARN my business everytime I purchase…I look out for MY and my families interests’ not Ford’s.
Realize this: Ford hasn’t had a winning YEAR profit-wise, since 2005. They *will* gain market share though, due to recent events.
Just say’n the DOW et al is acting as rationally as it was a year and a half ago. It’s your money, be careful.
By FightOrFlight on 11-02-09
Ford made all it’s money off of me in 1978… I am still driving it!