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Old Oct 9, 2014 | 09:20 AM
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Thumbs up Why dont we get the Transit Custom?

Looks like a really nice unit....The Transit Custom fits in the gap between the Transit and the Transit Connect.

But I guess Ford USA doesnt want us to drive a manual shift diesel. I would love to!

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Old Oct 11, 2014 | 10:35 AM
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I wouldn't buy one if they did. Looks like an alien space shuttle.
 
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As for the Diesel, that's a result of our illustrious government regulations run amok.
 
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I wouldn't buy one if they did. Looks like an alien space shuttle.
Does look kinda swoopy but I love the 6 speed manual and diesel that gets 30 mpg or more...


 
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Yea, but the EPA has a clear animosity pertaining to diesels, so don't expect to see one here.
 
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Yea, but the EPA has a clear animosity pertaining to diesels, so don't expect to see one here.
The new Transit is available with a diesel...I dont think that is the issue.

I think it has more to do with the standard transmission, since its about dead here in America...
 
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Yea, they've dropped the manual trans from the pickups.
 
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The engine is inaccessible, I'll go with Nissan!
 
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