I’m taking a roadtrip! Big HUGE thank yous go out to the absolutely lovely people at Ford Motor Company for giving me a complimentary brand new set of wheels to test drive for the weekend. I feel like a winner on that game show Price Is Right. It’s like that part where Bob Barker tells the contestants they’ve just won a BRAAAND NEEEEW CAR!!!! :) Awesome. So, I’m packing up a bunch of snacks and heading on highway. I love road trips! One day, I’ll write a post about the excursions I’ve taken to LA, Canada, Florida and elsewhere by car. I’ve actually driven the entire distance of Route 66; it’s ridiculously beautiful. But, back to Ford and this weekend.
That’s a Ford Fusion. Pretty, huh? They’re letting me keep one from today until Monday. So, I’ve decided to turn the experience into a little trip. I’m going to drive to Washington to find out: Best City for Singles — NYC or DC? I’ll interview a few people, take a few pictures and shoot videos on my Flipcam. If there’s anything you want me to visit or document while I’m there, let me know. Otherwise, stay tuned to my Flickr, Facebook, my YouTube and (of course) Funky Brown Chick for updates. By the way, an extra special thank you goes out to the super-friendly and ever-helpful Allstate insurance agent Ray Barrett. One of the stipulations of the Ford test drive was that I needed to insure the car while it was in my possession. He TOTALLY helped me out and found a short-term policy that works for me. So, if you live in New York state, and you need insurance for anything (auto, life, renters, etc.) contact him at (718) 849-3200. He’s a nice guy! Tell him Twanna sent you his way, and he’ll take care of you. Big hugs to him and Allstate for putting me in good hands. Alright, that’s all for today.
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Post updated with a more beautiful photo. See additional pretty pictures of Ford vehicles on Flickr.
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Going to DC? Crumbs, I wish I was. My girlfriend’s down there. I don’t suppose you need a navigator with an excellent iPod selection. :-P
you go,girl…… the only limitations are the ones you place upon yourself….. ” Roam if you
want to…. roam the USA…..
lamesabassman…… drive well…. be safe…. and continue to keep us spellbound…
have fun and be safe….road trips are fun!
Isn’t that the wrong Ford Fusion? It looks like the old model, not the new one. Can’t wait to see pics of the one you’re actually driving…
What a breakthgouh for Ford – a fusion-powered car! They better patent that.
That is so awesome! Can’t wait to see your updates.
on a serious tip…. try not to let the gas go too many times deep in the end zone…..
modern autos have the gas pump in the gas tank….. yes ….. older whips had the pump
in the chassis rails outside the tank…… so, to do so with that whip of yours … the gas acts
as a coolant and a lubricate … and by trying to refill when the gas meter reads at or a little past half full…… by doing this, you will keep that pump running quite a while longer…..
lamesabassman……. and the price if stuff happens…… between $ 500 and $ 900 to repair….
cars are like kids….. at times … they do need stuff too….
Brenz: I soooo couldn’t figure out how to connect my iPod. Luckily, the radio tunes were good. :)
lamesabassman: :)
letinstar: Thanks!!
Etymologue: Indeed it is!! I just grabbed a picture from the net. If you want to see what MY Ford Fusion looked like, here’s the picture:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/funkybrownchick/3623563198/
Baba Doodlius: :)
LexiB: That car was AWESOME!! It was so hard to return it!!
I enjoyed your Ford Fusion. Does anyone seriously think DC is a good place for singles? Though, living in Dupont I don’t do myself any favors.
you are….. smokin’
lamesabassman……. and how much does it cost to put a roof over one of these in NYC..
and the color is…..
lamesabassman…… you…!
Caryn: Come visit New York!!! :)