phreaky_d
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- 2012 Ford Explorer Ltd.
Hi, guys! So after many months of searching and saving up some money, I'm about to finally retire my old '95 Explorer XLT and get a new 2012 Explorer Limited! It is a Ginger Ale Metallic color with Charcoal Black interior, Equipment Group 303A (with Ecoboost), and it has a dual panel moonroof, 20-inch polished aluminum wheels, second row dual bucket seats with console, all-weather floor mats, and a cargo shade. The build date on it is 12/11. I'm getting a GREAT deal on it and getting it for several thousand off the MSRP of $47,425!
This forum has been an excellent resource and I appreciate everyone's help with all my questions thus far. I have reviewed the TSB thread and I think everything checked out during my test drive (no A-pillar noise and I think the other TSBs only applied to certain cars made before 8/11). I have also ordered the key protector from the Jacket Store (thanks to whoever posted the info on that particular thread) and I have also ordered a NuShield screen protector for the MFT screen.
Now here's my question...during my inspection of the car (and thanks to this forum), I noticed the liftgate did not align perfectly and the third row seat on the left side did not fold completely flat. I am having the dealer take care of those issues. I also asked the dealer to polish the "Explorer" nameplates on both driver and passenger sides since they were scratched up. Everything else looked ok as I was using that checklist thread that has been posted on the forum. Before I actually take delivery on the car, is there ANYTHING else I should keep a lookout for or be aware of? Again, thanks for all your help and I'll be sure to post pics when I get it!
This forum has been an excellent resource and I appreciate everyone's help with all my questions thus far. I have reviewed the TSB thread and I think everything checked out during my test drive (no A-pillar noise and I think the other TSBs only applied to certain cars made before 8/11). I have also ordered the key protector from the Jacket Store (thanks to whoever posted the info on that particular thread) and I have also ordered a NuShield screen protector for the MFT screen.
Now here's my question...during my inspection of the car (and thanks to this forum), I noticed the liftgate did not align perfectly and the third row seat on the left side did not fold completely flat. I am having the dealer take care of those issues. I also asked the dealer to polish the "Explorer" nameplates on both driver and passenger sides since they were scratched up. Everything else looked ok as I was using that checklist thread that has been posted on the forum. Before I actually take delivery on the car, is there ANYTHING else I should keep a lookout for or be aware of? Again, thanks for all your help and I'll be sure to post pics when I get it!