Glad you've got it back and yes, it does sound as if they didn't diagnose it properly first time round, costing you money and putting you at risk from a recurrence of the problem. Keep us informed as to their response to your letter.

I know what you mean about the Fiesta. My son had a 59 plate, which was a nice car all told, but yes, it seemed really low down and vulnerable. We had an 07 Focus which felt a little less like a go cart, but I love the driving position in the B Max, which makes it feel like a much bigger car and gives a far better view of the road. If we can escape the infamous Powershift issues I think we're going to enjoy owning it.

Edited by: desthemoaner

 

Yes, the Fiesta is lower than the B Max, but it does handle a lot better. It is also available with the Ecoboost engine.

Ive not driven a Fiesta since I replaced mine with the B Max in January, but have a track day booked in one in August, so it will be interesting to see how it feels having got used to theB Max.

 

I'm ashamed to say that I didn't think about anything other than basic handling when I bought our B Max. Yes, I anticipated the usual Ford small car offerings, being a decent ride that erred on the firm side, the truest, most direct steering available in a budget car allied with a comfortable driving position, but never expected to hurl the thing about like the Focus ST I intended to buy myself as a retirement present and never managed to afford to buy. So stuff like handling, where the term refers to the driving experience during anything other than the average trip to the shops and back, tends to pass me by.

I went for the auto because I want my wife to start driving again, something she hasn't done since we sold our old Renault Scenic in 2008. She can't cope with a clutch pedal due to arthritis and the B Max Powershift, being compact and clutch pedal free, seems an ideal reintroduction to the delights of motoring. I don't expect her to test the car's handling any more than I do, unless she actually enjoys driving it. ;0)

Edited by: desthemoaner

 

I have so far had no more problems but was pretty stressed driving down to Heathrow. I am awaiting the after care sales manager to ring me regarding what can be done about this issue so I hope that all will be well and I will have nothing else to report apart from a lovely driving exprerience with my B max.

 

Yes, my local Ford dealership have confirmed this. They tell me the B max ceases production next month because they don't want it competing with the Fiesta Active arriving next month. Bad move by Ford I reckon.....who would want a Fiesta branded SUV?
Better bet would to have used the platform but launched it as a new B max !
Of course the good news is that when a model gets to the end of its production run there are always loads of great deals with extras chucked in as sales booster, as with the 2016 Ka. I get a new Ka Zetec with extras for just £8000 last year. Don't get rushing for a new B max just yet; hang on until late November. That's when the real deals will be about.
Good luck!

 

Yes, my local Ford dealership have confirmed this. They tell me the B max ceases production next month because they don't want it competing with the Fiesta Active arriving next month. Bad move by Ford I reckon.....who would want a Fiesta branded SUV?
Better bet would to have used the platform but launched it as a new B max !
Of course the good news is that when a model gets to the end of its production run there are always loads of great deals with extras chucked in as sales booster, as with the 2016 Ka. I get a new Ka Zetec with extras for just £8000 last year. Don't get rushing for a new B max just yet; hang on until late November. That's when the real deals will be about.
Good luck!

As mentioned in my previous post on this subject. In the crazy world of Ford sales and marketing it makes perfect sense to have an SUV under the Fiesta brand thus increasing overall sales figures for the vehicle line. I believe that thete is a similar plan for the Cmax.

 

The Z day of our beloved... B-MAX.
https://m.facebook.com/hashtag/wegofurthersoyoucan?refid=52&__tn__=%2As-R

 

Now reported by Ford of Europe president. So it is now official, the B-Max is no more:

The baby MPV has been indirectly replaced with the updated EcoSport SUV according to president of Ford Europe Steve Armstrong.""We are in the middle of a really strong product change over phase,""� he told Auto Express at the Frankfurt Motor Show. ""We've now finished production of the B-MAX and that has has now been replaced with the EcoSport.


http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/ford/b-max/100896/ford-b-max-mpv-axed-from-range

 

I do quite like the look of the ecosport though and will be interested to see how well it comes out in the press and road test reviews.

I have a feeling that it will be an improvent on the b max ( which i still like by the eay)

If properly priced, it could be a good seller.Edited by: cianpars

 

As in "The king is dead. Long live the (new) king! :> "?!?
I know I have a problem treating the things as beings - somwtimes - but when I see someone's showing interest so shoet after
... Is it okay? :-?

 

Just as Ford decided to finally throw in the towel, VW announced the same concept with I.D. Crozz (allthough electrical, but still...)

 

It was only a concept version they have decided to fit a pillar in final version.

 

This is a reason why I'm so glad I own what came after iosis-MAX! :>

 

Bet there will be some very good discounts on B-Maxes if anyone wants one - now is the time to buy!

 

Can the Active City Stop be retro-fitted into 2017 B-Max?

Many thanks.

 

I'd say no.

 

I'd say no.

I would have to agree, though I guess that anything is possible if you are willing to spend £000,s

 

The same platform.., a new model.., at Craiova plant, soon!?! :-?
https://drivemag.com/news/ford-confirms-second-model-to-be-built-in-romania-alongside-the-ecosport

 

Plus https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/ford-mach-1-ev-crossover-spearhead-new-era-car-maker

 

Just been into Ford and seen Bmax on a 18 plate.
must be one of the last ones.

j

 

Which dealer and where was this please? Is it still for sale?

 

Not sure it was for sale ,only saw from rear.could have been a customers. was at.Keith Motors. Christchurch. Dorset

 

It'll still be a 2017 model.

 

(Un an de cand s'a fabricat ultimul B-MAX... )
One year since the last B-MAX was made...
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10157012277662526&id=719882525