Originally posted by outkast:
correct me if I,am wrong!Ford owns mazda,volvo,jag,aston martin and one more I can,t remember  I,d buy a V6 altima, but it cost too much. Buy what you like!
Outkast, you're right, they are. The fifth one is Land Rover. Last I heard, Ford's share of Mazda was about 34% (giving them ownership/controlling interest/etc.).
My feeling is that while these makes are owned by Ford their coporate HQ's are located elsewhere and therefore a significant portion of their profits go back elsewhere rather than staying in the country where the car is bought.
That didn't stop me from getting a new Volvo, and wouldn't stop me from getting a WRX, etc., etc., but it would influence my decision, especially if it were a close call. As I said before, I like to buy as locally as possible, all other things being equal.
Regards, Alan
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