I work for Ford- anyway, I remember reading in the newsletter about the Contour before we even started manufacturing it. We saw the popularity of the Mondeo, and jumped on it. We began manufacturing it, and I bought mine as one of the first at the dealership. The pre-98 Contours started strong, but sales slowed. Ford only introduced the SVT as a last resort to try and increase popularity for the car. I am so sick of hearing SVT guys bash everyone else.
On another note, when I bought my car new in 1996, I got the SE with every damn option. The pre-98 SE was the best model available at the time. I had my car for three years before you SVT guys could brag, now you guys badmouth us for not having your cars?
Sorry for having 20 grand to spend before you...
Why this SVT no-rice superiority complex and hostility?
There is no definition of a "ricer", only opinions and interpretations of individuals. When someone comes on here and shows a completely bone stock car, everyone has compliments. If that guy puts an aluminum spoiler on his car, he gets put down?
People win shows with aluminum spoilers and "can" exhausts.
Just my input.
-Charlie White
