“Nelly is a true car guy, there’s no denying that. When Nelly expressed interest in wanting to partner with Ford on the all-new 2011 Ford Mustang GT, we knew it was a perfect fit. The Mustang has such appeal within the urban market. Since it was launched, the vehicle has made appearances in several of the most popular urban films. This was just a great opportunity for Ford, and we’re excited that the Mustang GT is going to be a part of one of the most anticipated albums of 2010.”  – Crystal Worthem, Ford’s Multicultural Marketing Communications Manager.

Learn more about this awesome partnership between Nelly and Ford by reading on!

Nelly’s Mustang GT came to life after the artist caught a glimpse of the vehicle while inside the walls of Ford’s design studio a little more than a year ago as part of a partnership tied to the launch of the 2009 Ford Flex.

"They’re really going in the direction of the people, so to speak. And it’s beautiful," Nelly said. "The youth nowadays -- they want everything so aggressive and so alive. So I think the 5.0 is all that. It’s aggressive, it’s alive, and it’s definitely youthful."

Nelly has since then collaborated with Ford’s design team and DUB’s customization team to make the Mustang his own while still keeping the vehicle true to its muscle car roots.

“I’m itching to get behind the wheel of my Mustang and really take it out on the streets. This vehicle being a part of my album artwork is just a reflection of the direction and feel that the album has. To be able to partner with Ford again on another vehicle that is going to change the automotive game is exciting.”

The 35-year-old rapper, actor and mogul, who was most recently ranked third on Billboard Magazine’s “Artist of the Decade List,” says the Mustang is one of the hottest muscle cars ever to hit the streets.

Nelly said he got his love of cars from his family, including his grandfather and his father. “I probably shouldn’t say this but my father used to street race with me in the back seat. And at the time it sounded beautiful,” he said. “It’s probably a little dangerous now. But at the time I loved it.”

Nelly says he can’t wait to hit the streets in his 2011 Mustang GT.

The exterior of the vehicle features a custom gloss black paint job with flat black racing stripes and a Street Scenes body kit complete with custom 22- and 24-inch wheels and Pirelli tires. The vehicle also includes a billet grille, hood scoop, tinted taillights, angel eyes headlights and a Borla exhaust. In addition, the interior is a complete suede and leather design with a custom JL Audio system that includes two 12-inch subwoofers, amps and speakers. Nelly says he can’t wait to hit the streets in his 2011 Mustang GT.

Want to learn more about the Ford Mustang? Come on down to Capital Ford Lincoln today and talk with one of our product specialist. We definitely have some Mustang lovers here!

And when it comes to personalizing your new Ford, there is no need to look elsewhere. Check out what our Ford’s Custom Accessories line up has to offer.

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Ford is giving Fiesta customers even more reasons to love their new car with an assortment of personalized options such as custom accessories, body kits, a Fiesta tattoo and graphics. With a car that’s comes guns blazing right from the box, adding more fire power to it’s deadly look and feel will have heads spinning and people wondering how they can be as cool as you!

Vehicle personalization is a booming trend, with the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) anticipating the automotive aftermarket and accessories business to generate more than $27 billion this year. That’s huge!

Ford Custom Accessories offers almost anything an owner would need to put a creative touch on Fiesta or give the car even more functionality. If an owner is looking to light up the interior, for example, there are several choices. An illuminated gear indicator shift knob comes with a digital gear display, while illuminated door sill plates add special effects with an LED Fiesta logo.

With so much to choose from it’s nice to have an expert at your disposal, that’s why Peter is a popular man around Capital Ford. Our accessories pro is here to help anytime you have any questions and can get you anything for any make and for any model. Check out some of Peter’s accessories articles. I’m not gonna lie, it’s impressive! Thinking of a Fiesta? Check out my little test drive we did on the lot here at Capital Ford during the SK unveiling of the Ford Fiesta!

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Read on to find out all the reasons why you should buy Ford Fusion and more!

The car was named the 2010 car of the year by “Motor Trend” magazine. It cited the fact the Fusion is an economical, midsize sedan that won’t put a major dent in your pocketbook and that its one of the safest vehicles to be in. Besides standard four-wheel disc brakes, ABS, dual-stage airbags, and a variety of other active and passive safety measures, you can order a rearview camera system, as well as a Blind Spot Information System that warns you when another vehicle is hiding in your blind spot.

The original Ford Fusion came to market for the 2006 model year. The basics were there, but the car wasn’t fully baked. For 2010, Ford’s product teams gave the lineup a complete redevelopment so thorough, you would think the first-generation car never existed. Only the passenger-shell sheet metal and other basic architectural elements escaped being redesigned, upgraded, or replaced. Although a four-door sedan is the only body style offered, power-train choices expand from two to four, and each is new or substantially revised. There are several trim levels offered as well: base S, upmarket SE, luxurious SEL, a separate Sport model, and a Hybrid.

Everyone knows value is high on the list of potential buyers. Perhaps then, it’s here that the Fusion delivers its greatest pop. Starting at $19,695, the 2010 Fusion comes with a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 175 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque. EPA estimates for fuel economy with that engine mated to the six-speed automatic lead the family sedan class with 22 city/34 highway.

That $19,695 price will get you a Fusion S model with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, power windows, locks and mirrors, air conditioning, 60/40 split rear seats, stylish 16-inch aluminum wheels.  Moving up to a preferable $21,225 SE trim will allow you tons more options (including Sync) along with standard Sirius satellite radio, nicer trim and awesome looking snowflake-style 17-inch alloys.

The $24,655 SEL four-cylinder Fusion makes the optional and preferable six-speed automatic standard all the while giving you dual-zone automatic climate control, steering wheel mounted audio controls, auto headlamps, an auto-dim rear view mirror, standard Sync connectivity, eight-way power front seats and leather upholstery. That’s a great deal for a stylish, reliable and fully loaded family sedan.

What’s not to like. Passenger room is ample with plenty of room for legs in the back seat even with a six-footer sitting behind another six-footer. The trunk is another strong point with the Fusion as 16.5 cubic feet ranks it as one of the largest in its class and the drive is as quiet as can be.

In closing, if you are looking for the practicality of a well-appointed, well-engineered and crisp-handling family-sized four-door that also offers a choice of fuel-efficient four-or six-cylinder engines and available all-wheel drive, the 2010 Ford Fusion merits serious consideration for a spot in your garage.

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You might even be sitting there with those little thought bubbles floating above your head with images of what exterior colour you would choose, the style of interior trim and how good you would look zipping around town in one of those sick little rides. You know you want to keep reading to learn more and see the pictures.

Now let’s take the dream and make it a reality. But let’s take it a step further, with the awesome line up of custom Ford accessories that will be made available when the Fiesta makes its debut. With so many options available there truly is no limit to how unique you can make this car look.

Choose from beautifully designed interior enhancements, performance body styling kits and practical add-ons to complement your lifestyle. They are all carefully selected & rigorously tested to deliver the highest standards of safety and performance.

Here’s a sneak peak at what Capital Ford Custom Accessories will have available for you to choose from:

• 3D Carbon Body Kit
• Sport Pedal Replacements
• Illuminated Shifter Knobs
• Illuminated Door Sill Plates
• Custom Graphic Kits by Original Wraps
• Fiesta Tattoo Graphics Packages
• Euro Style Rear Spoiler
• Cargo Management Systems

That is just a small sample of what you can do to spruce up your Fiesta. Choose your flavour, & choose your style. Make your Fiesta your own and make your own waves with this awesome ride. Be sure to come on down to Capital Ford Lincoln to pay us a visit for any and all inquiries in regards to personalizing your Fiesta today.

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What do you think? You could never imagine that 15-20 years ago could you? SYNC is in the vast majority of all Ford products including that sharp 2011 Ford Fiesta that you saw in the video.

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Rockin a 40″ TV isn’t easy in any car let alone a sub compact…. impressive!

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Powered by a new 412-hp, 5-0 liter V8 engine, the 2011 Ford Mustang has one of the best fuel economies in its class at 23 kilometers per litre in the city and 37 on the highway for a manual transmission with an automatic going at 24 and 36. If dealing with a 3.7 liter, V6 engine, you are looking at 25 and 41 with manual transmission and 26 and 42 with an automatic.

The new changes are much more than just engines and powertrains. This news comes just days after the Mustang V-6 cracked the record books as the most fuel-efficient Mustang ever, and the first production car in history to produce 305 horsepower and 42 mpg on the highway.

Some of the features that contribute to the performance include new EPAS that eliminates the drag of an engine operated hydraulic power steering pump; real axle ratios that combine for a relaxed cruising rpm and all out acceleration, and aerodynamic improvements like a taller air dam, tire spats on the rear wheels and modified underbody shields.

A pair of new transmissions, both with six forward ratios, also play a large part in making the 2011 Mustang a breakthrough car. Whether or not you want to shift for yourself or let the car shift for you, you will be  treated to carefully chosen gear ratios to maximize fuel economy while still delivering high-horsepower performance.

Dennis Kuzak is the Ford’s Group Vice-President for Global product development. He says the 2011 Mustang exceeds expectations in every category, and that it is unprecedented for anyone to offer this kind of horsepower and fuel economy in a comfortable, beautiful and more importantly, affordable package.

The 2011 Ford Mustang will start going on sale this spring. I think its safe to say many will be coming to Capital Ford Lincoln looking to buy shortly after they arrive.

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Click Here if you can’t see the video.

While we’ve always been a truck dealer there’s quite a buzz at Capital Ford amongst the staff waiting for the Fiesta to show up! It’s the perfect addition to our new Ford vehicle lineup!

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As soon as I noticed it was a shareable video, I knew it was a “must post” here on the Capital Tailgate! I hope you enjoy the Fiesta video… and if you’re an Idol junky, then BONUS! If you’re in love with the Fiesta like these idols, let us know in the comments and once those few weeks are crossed off the calendar we’ll be happy to set up a no obligation test drive so you can have some fun in the car that’s making so much noise!

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The Ford Escape is the #1 selling compact SUV in Canada since 2004 and we here at Capital Ford Lincoln sell more than anyone else in Saskatchewan.

Did you know that a hybrid version of the Escape was released in 2004, making it the first hybrid SUV ever? And that the hybrid version of the 2010 Escape is the most fuel efficient SUV on the planet! It has an EPA estimated 34 city and 31 highway miles per gallon in front-wheel drive. Now that surely is a mighty green vehicle!

That’s not all either! There are so many other green features in the new Ford Escape Hybrid, and they don’t all have to do with the engine either. Keep reading to learn about these features!

Even cloth seat fabric on the interior is eco-friendly. The material is made from recycled polyester fibers that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill. To add to this, all the cushions in the Escape are made with a bio-based polyurethane foam that is made from the oils of plants like soybeans. The interior is durable, comfortable, and stylish and of course green, which suits the Escape Hybrid perfectly.

However, the most important green part of the Escape Hybrid is the flex-fuel-capable engine. It is designed to use either regular gasoline or E85 alternative fuel, allowing the owner of the vehicle a choice. How about that? Being able to pick between the two?

A view of the Hybrid engine in all its green-ness!

The Hybrid is also partially an electrically-driven vehicle. The newly released nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) battery, which stores the vehicle’s energy, is located under the flat rear cargo area floor. The electric motor is capable of moving the Hybrid up to 70 km/hour on its own. But when more power is needed, the electric and gasoline engines combine power to give that extra acceleration needed.

Something else on the Hybrid that is pretty smart and green is the regenerative braking system! What is a regenerative braking system you ask? Well, when braking in a regular vehicle, the energy produced is usually lost as heat, but in the Escape Hybrid, the electric motor captures the energy created and sends it back to the battery pack. So basically, when you apply the brakes in the Hybrid you’re recharging the battery pack.

And in addition to the all the wonderfully green features, you get even more when it comes to your warranty. The 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid comes with an extended warranty covering the unique Hybrid components such as the high-voltage battery eCVT and DC/DC Converter.

See? Being green is easier.

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