Before going any further, let’s make it perfectly clear that there is nothing wrong with the Ford Motor Company. They’ve been around for over a century, they make good cars, and they have devoted themselves to making the 2011 and 2012 models even better.

The only reason that four Ford models were chosen for this list is the deals on these cars are simply too confusing to bother with, and quite frankly there are better deals out there that are a lot easier to get. That being said, let’s look at four new car deals to avoid:

1. The current deal on the Ford Mustang. To begin with, the deal only applies to V6 models only. These are good models, but part of the Mustang’s allure has always been the availability of a V8 engine if you want one. The second reason you should avoid this deal is the terms are different depending on which part of the country you live in. You get better deal terms if you live in the southeast than other parts of the country.
2. The purchase deal on the 2011 Ford Fusion. The first thing you notice when you see this subheading is the words “purchase deal.” This means the deal is only good on an outright purchase; it does not apply to a lease agreement. For some people, that may prevent them from even being able to consider a Ford Fusion. If you decide to go ahead and consider a 2011 Ford Fusion when finding a new car, again, the kind of deal you get will depend on where you live. You get a better deal if you live in the northeast and southeast than you do if you live in the northwest, southwest, and west.
3. The purchase deal on the Ford F-150.The #3 new car deal to avoid has three reasons for doing so. To begin with, there are those words again: “purchase deal.” Again, the deal doesn’t apply to lease options. Next up is the fact that the deal applies to Regular Cab XLT models only. Your selection choices are limited right off the bat. Last, but certainly not least is the geographic caveat. This time, residents leaving in the northeast get the lowest deal offer.
4. 2011 Ford Escape: What is with Ford and their insistence that deals be good only on outright purchases? Many people, as well as businesses, prefer lease agreements. And, again, geographical location plays a role, in this case in the cash back part of the deal.

CONCLUSION

When considering what car to purchase, another thing you’ll want to think about is resale value. If you’re purchasing a car new, you’ll be losing value in your car just by driving it off the lot, but some models keep their value much longer than others- make sure you find some great monthly deals to help guide your car search and save money.

This is important, so if you decide in a few years to sell a car (maybe a baby comes along and a two-seater no longer cuts it), then you’ll get a higher percentage back on what you paid. Some models to avoid include the Kia Spectra, Dodge Neon, Hyundai Accent, and Mercury Sable.