Randall Reed's Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury Introduces Vehicles, Raises Funds for Komen

On Oct. 15, more than 90 people joined Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury in celebrating a Star-Studded Evening and raising money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The event was part of a nationwide celebration kicking off the arrival of the Lincoln MKT, MKZ and MKS with EcoBoost to showrooms around the country, but also provided guests with an opportunity to raise $20 for Komen for the Cure by test driving one of the new vehicles.

Several members of the local Red Hat Ladies came to support the breast cancer organization, and the North Texas Region Lincoln and Continental Owners Club held a vintage car show to highlight the rich past of a vehicle with a bright future. In addition, writer Andrea Ridout spoke about green issues, an appropriate topic at an event introducing the EcoBoost technology to Lincoln drivers. EcoBoost is a global Ford strategy to deliver the power that customers want, along with the fuel economy that they need. Combining gasoline direct injection with twin turbochargers and a smaller-displacement engine, EcoBoost can match the power output of larger, naturally aspirated engines while yielding torque and fuel economy gains.

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A Customer's Testimonial on Ford Safety Sent to Mr. Allan Mulally, president and chief executive officer of Ford Motor Company: FW: My New F-150

I recently purchased a 2009 For F-150 and I am writing you this email to praise the safety features of that vehicle that saved my life. I was recently at the Texas State Fair and was looking at the new Ford vehicles because we will soon be in the market for my wife a new SUV, and I told one of the representatives my story. They told me that I should send the pictures in to someone at Ford. I did a google search for contact info at Ford, and I am taking a guess at your email address from your name.

On May 9th, I was driving on south Interstate 45 from Dallas to Houston at 5 in the morning. It was pitch black outside and as I came over a small hill in the road, there were 6 cattle standing across the freeway. I was traveling 65-70 miles an hour and I did not have time to react and swerve away from the cows. I hit and killed 3 of the cows. I don't remember much of the wreck, but I do remember that I walked away from it. Once the police arrived on the scene, the were sure that anyone in the vehicle was surely dead. As every new officer and helping passer by came upon us, I was asked if I had checked on the people in the vehicle. They were surprised every time that I told them that I was the only one in the vehicle. They would ask how I was even standing after the wreck. I firmly believe that God put me in an F-150 exactly one week before the accident for a reason. The truck was totaled, and looking at the damage, I can see how anyone would not believe that I walked away from the accident. I had a twisted vertebrae, dislocated ribs, a concussion, and some burns from the airbag. All of that is fixable, and the one thing that I also have is my life. If I would have been in my previous vehicle, they said I would have been decapitated. On my F-150, the hood rolled back over the windshield and shielded anything from coming through it. The frame kept the cockpit in tact and overall, this truck truly performed the safety features to the max. No-one ever thinks of hitting 3 900 lb cows when they think of auto accidents, but your engineers and designers have put features into this truck that will save hundreds of lives, and I am sure glad they saved mine. My wife were married in March and this accident happened only 2 months after our wedding. Now we are expecting our first child, and I will only trust Ford vehicles with my wife and family in the future. I have attached a picture of the truck and I will say, the sales staff was fantastic in assisting me with getting a new 2009 F-150.

Thank You So Much,
J. Cross

LoveTheLuxury.com Launches

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Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury is located at 3601 S. Shiloh Road in Garland, just off of 635 and Garland Road. We’re just a short drive on 635. For a map and point-to-point directions, please click on the link. Map & Directions

Texas Funds Drive a Clean Machine Program

We have all heard about the government’s Cash for Clunkers program, but do you know about the program available from the state of Texas? It’s called AirCheckTexas Drive a Clean Machine Program.

So, while the government-funded clunker program has come to en end, you can still get funds for your old clunker and upgrade to a new green, clean machine. Now is the time to visit Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury, we have experts on staff that can help you learn about how to recycle your old ride.

AirCheckTexas Drive a Clean Machine Program
This program is designed to help vehicle owners comply with emissions standards. It targets the highest polluting vehicles by offering financial incentives to remove them from the roadways, and allows citizens to contribute to the regional air-quality solution.
Residents of the Dallas-Fort Worth non-attainment counties (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall and Tarrant) may be eligible to receive vouchers for $3,000 towards the purchase of a newer qualifying car or truck or $3,500 towards a qualifying hybrid vehicle from participating auto dealers.
The program began accepting replacement applications on August 3, 2009. For those approved, vouchers began being issued once funds were available after September 1, 2009. You can learn more details by contacting our dealership and by visiting www.nctcog.org/trans/air/act/.

The Ford Lincoln Mercury Difference!
At Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury, our staff members are experts about every facet of the program. We offers several highly fuel-efficient models to choose from, including America’s most fuel-efficient midsize sedans** and the most fuel-efficient SUVs on the planet.†

Ready to Trade Up?
Call us now to schedule an appointment at 888.435.2503. You can also check out our inventory at www.PrestigeGarland.com.

Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury is located at 3601 S. Shiloh Road in Garland, just off of 635 and Garland Road. We’re just a short drive on 635. For a map and point-to-point directions, please click on the link. Map & Directions

* This government program and rules are subject to change. Please refer to ford.com or cars.gov for complete details. **Fusion/Milan Hybrid. EPA-estimated 41 city/36 hwy mpg. Actual mileage will vary. Midsize class per R. L. Polk & Co.
Fusion S, I-4 automatic/Milan I-4 automatic with Rapid Spec 101A, 23 city/34 hwy/27 combined mpg. Midsize class per R. L. Polk & Co. Non-hybrid. †Escape/Mariner Hybrid. Based on unadjusted city fuel economy from EPA (10/08) and VCA
(5/08). EPA-estimated 34 city/31 hwy mpg, front-wheel drive. Actual mileage will vary.

Nostalgia with Muscle in the Media

AutoBlog.com Features Reed-Speed Stang

Reed-Speed was recently featured on a popular automotive site www.AutoBlog.com for its 2010 Nostalgic Stang. The Reed-Speed crew created this high-performance car to appeal to Mustang lovers of yesteryear and today.

The 2010 Nostalgic Stang was built for Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Lincoln Mercury in Garland, Texas. Not only is it a showstopper, it’s a finely tuned performance machine like few out there. A few of the vehicle’s highlights include Reed-Speed’s Tuned Suspension, Nostalgic-Styled Wheels with Custom Center Caps, 20” Low-Profile Tires, Shock Tower Covers and Reed-Speed Hood Struts.

Those who get weak in the knees over earlier Mustangs will have a true appreciation for this vehicle’s aesthetics. The custom look, which is reminiscent of Mustangs past, is made up of a combination of the Reed-Speed Nostalgic Vinyl Package, 1966 Mustang GT Badges, a Ford Racing Shaker Package with Light-Up Ford Racing Badges and a Faux Hood Pin Kit to complete the look.

To read more about the 2010 Nostalgic Stang or Reed-Speed, visit www.Reed-Speed.com or you can call 888.329.8419. No matter your performance needs, Reed-Speed will get you moving… fast!