# Flex...should I buy one? **URL:** \ **Category:** Buying/Selling\ **Tags:** selling, ford, flex\ **Created:** [February 14, 2011, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310 "2011-02-14T03:20:34Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![MegaKook](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/90db22/32.png) [@MegaKook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MegaKook)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2011, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/1 "2011-02-14T03:20:34Z")
Exactly what the title says. I’m in a dangerous position, pre-approved for a new vehicle, but not committed to anything yet. So far the Flex is in the lead, but i haven’t pulled the trigger yet. really interested in other peoples’ experiences(good, bad, indifferent, or otherwise). ---
**Author:** ![texases](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/texases/32/862_2.png) [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2011, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/2 "2011-02-14T03:25:34Z")
I don’t have one (do have 2 recent Fords, love 'em), but I have read several long term tests, they are extremely positive on the Flex. If I needed 3 rows it’d be at the top of my list. ---
**Author:** ![mleich](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/71c47a/32.png) [@mleich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mleich)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2011, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/3 "2011-02-14T13:34:50Z")
My aunt has one and loves it. She is overweight and has trouble getting in and out of many vehicles if they are too high or too low. It has a nearly “horizontal” entry and lots of space. What are your alternatives? ---
**Author:** ![circuitsmith](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/circuitsmith/32/40376_2.png) [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2011, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/4 "2011-02-14T16:22:12Z")
I guess it’s OK if you like a vehicle that looks like a rolling tool shed. ---
**Author:** ![Docnick](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/ecae2f/32.png) [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2011, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/5 "2011-02-14T17:08:08Z")
The Flex is for people who don’t want something big and top heavy as a Chevy Suburban, but with the same roomy interior. It also appeals to people who hate minivans for the same reason. The Flex comes closest to a full size station wagon from the past. It is a well-built vehicle, but its size and weight does not make it an economy car. It is very quiet, and handles well for its size. If Lincon built a heavy-duty station wagon, this would be it. Go for it, but beware it may be a challenge to park in a tight spot. ---
**Author:** ![bscar](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/bscar/32/34_2.png) [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2011, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/6 "2011-02-15T01:04:00Z")
Which is why I’d recommend getting a rear view camera, either factory or aftermarket. though it has an optional park assist ---
**Author:** ![texases](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/texases/32/862_2.png) [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2011, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310/7 "2011-02-15T01:35:19Z")
It reminds me of a XXL Mini Cooper when it has the roof painted a contrasting color.