SWMBO would like to replace the 1993 Ford Explorer, and she hauls around her zoo (2 65+ lb dogs and 4 cats), grocery shopping (mostly dog food and cat litter), and would use the vehicle to run away from a hurricane (of course carrying the zoo but not me...). Typically, she drives about 800 miles per year, almost entirely in and around town. I use the vehicle once or twice a year to Pensacola for my Harness business at the MCA Show or to haul the utility trailer to pick up a load of mulch for the garden. I saw a Ford Transit Connect at the local Ford dealer, and did some Internet investigation. While it is not designed for twisties, nor has a whole lot of power, I think it is worth considering as a local transportation vehicle.
It can haul quite a bit inside, and the only thing we would be giving up (outside of creature comforts) would be the trailer hitch. The seats may not be the greatest, but I can easily go to a junk yard and find some good leather seats and install them, using the methods we all use in our Mustangs.
Does anyone here have any experience with these cars/trucks/utility vehicles? Wifey has also selected two different Mazda vehicles that may be worth looking at: the Tribute and the M6 (minivan), which may also serve her needs.
It can haul quite a bit inside, and the only thing we would be giving up (outside of creature comforts) would be the trailer hitch. The seats may not be the greatest, but I can easily go to a junk yard and find some good leather seats and install them, using the methods we all use in our Mustangs.
Does anyone here have any experience with these cars/trucks/utility vehicles? Wifey has also selected two different Mazda vehicles that may be worth looking at: the Tribute and the M6 (minivan), which may also serve her needs.
