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  • #1

    We should all give up our Festivas....

    ... so says a Ford dealership parts guy.

    I called earlier today to see if, by some chance, this particular dealership (Calgary's oldest) had any of the windshield trim clips I'm looking for. The parts guy I spoke to told me that the parts were obsolete as is the whole car. I commented that that there are a lot of us trying to keep them on the road and his reply was "give it up".:shock: I then commented on the mileage and politely said goodbye.
    Ian
    Calgary AB, Canada
    93 L B6T: June 2016 FOTM
    59 Austin Healey "Bugeye" Sprite

    "It's infinitely better to fail with courage than to sit idle with fear...." Chip Gaines (pg 167 of Capital Gaines, Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff)

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    Originally posted by fastivaca View Post
    ... so says a Ford dealership parts guy.

    I called earlier today to see if, by some chance, this particular dealership (Calgary's oldest) had any of the windshield trim clips I'm looking for. The parts guy I spoke to told me that the parts were obsolete as is the whole car. I commented that that there are a lot of us trying to keep them on the road and his reply was "give it up".:shock: I then commented on the mileage and politely said goodbye.
    This is a shame!!! No respect for the Festiva? This car WILL be if it isn't already one of the MOST repected cars.. I guess the more for us!

    -"Hairlipstiva" 1991 GL 5spd (swapped from an auto), rolling on Enkei 14x6 +38 with 195/45/14 Toyo's, Jensen MP5720 CD deck, tach install, LED strip in cluster, down position rear wiper, FMS springs, Gabriel shocks on 4 corners, Acura Integra short shifter
    -Escort GT 91 donor car with BP, G5M-R tranny to be dropped in the little guy...
    -Aspire brake swap COMPLETE!
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    • #3
      I'd call back and let the owner know how rude his employee was.
      Brian
      http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2274977



      93 GL modyfied!!!
      :fish:

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      • #4
        its the same story here at my ford dealership i was looking for the shifter seal for my trans and they basically told all parts where obsolete, FB3z found one so from now on i just ask him i dont know his sources or how he works his magic but hes the best bet!

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        • #5
          Originally posted by 25Horseplay View Post
          I'd call back and let the owner know how rude his employee was.
          I 2nd this. Whats Stopping this guy from saying any other car is obsolete? So what, are people with 80s Mustangs obsolete too? Just because its a small econobox doesn't make it obsolete.
          Current cars:

          1993 Ford Festiva 5-Speed - Festiclese III - Cousin of the Banhammer - "The Jalopnik Car"
          1984 Toyota Cressida - 2JZGE Swap, Turbocharged.
          2013 Mazda Mazda2 - Exhaust and Wheels (the daily)
          2002 Toyota Tundra - V6/Auto/2WD - The Tow Vehicle.

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          • #6
            If it were truly obsolete you wouldnt be able to get parts anywhere! Period.
            Search Master - Honorary Member of Midwest Festiva Inc., Gulf Coast Chapter

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            • #7
              My Ford parts guy gives me the same treatment all the time. He got a little miffed two weeks ago when my last parking brake cable came in, and I told him it was for one of those "obsolete" Festivas. As long as I get my discount........ and he doesn't start in on my 93 Taurus.......
              Have owned 9 so far
              White 89 L converted to LX "The Curmudgeon" Being a Curmudgeon right now.
              Blue 89 L converted to LX "Shtinky" FMS crate engine,cam,flywheel,hail dents
              Smurf Blue 90 LX "Smurffy" He Ran Away From Home!!!!!! Says Willie loves him more than I did!
              Red 88 L converted to LX "Rasta, Mon" Now retired
              Where did all these @#*&%$ Toyotas come from around here?

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              • #8
                GIVE UP! Is that parts guy crazy? Everyone on this site that owns a festiva or aspire are the proud owners of a car that I'm sure is in the top 5 as being the most fuel efficient on the road today. Not to mention one of the cheapest to maintain.

                As far as getting parts, as long as we have our local auto parts stores, junk yards, ebay, and don't forget festivamotorsport, and most importantly this site, we should be able to find parts and keep are cars running.

                Granted, parts seem to be limited and harder to come by. It's only going to get worse as our cars get older. I suggest that the next time you visit your local junk yard, and auto parts store, you should stock up on as many parts as you can, even if you don't need them. If someone needs something that you have you can sell it here. Thats what is great about this site, the people here are always willing to help each other. By sticking together and helping out each other we can keep are cars running for a long time.

                After all, we are doing are part to conserve fuel by driving these cars. The government should award us for this.( That last sentence was a joke but, I couldn't resist)

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                • #9
                  Post the phone number... We'll plague that dealership will all sorts of calls about our "obsolete" cars...
                  Simon - pimptiva.com

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                  • #10
                    I wouldn't sweat it....with an attitude like that...his job will be obsolete.
                    Joe Lutz

                    The SKATE ..... 1992L 5spd
                    The Greatest Purchase I Ever Made

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                    • #11
                      The noive of doze guyze! Why, I oughtta...

                      Send him this...
                      Page Not Found (404) | USA TODAY
                      https://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/2008-05-14-economy-cars-resale_N.htm

                      Focustiva: Because I was told it was was impossible to fit a Focus bumper on a Festiva.
                      In memory of Dean Allen - V8 Festiva 1955-2010

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                      • #12
                        Parts man at closest Ford dealer here is just the opposite. Said if I ever get stumped he'd be glad to see what he could do.

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                        • #13
                          What happened is that Kia (that made the car for Ford from a Mazda design) decided that it wanted to sell cars under its own name. This hacked off Ford, so Ford stopped supporting these vehicles as soon as the federally required parts support period expired. New car dealers in general do a lousy job with parts support for anything over ten years old. Their factory reps come into the parts room and pull anything that's too old off the shelf and either sell it to a specialty house or pitch it in the dumpster.

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                          • #14
                            wow sad

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                            • #15
                              Has anybody tried to see if there are parts in a Kia dealer??? Of course, asking for if it is a Pride.

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