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Nice part is that the handle really isn't meant to be the way you open it regularly, just for people who prefer it. There's a big 'handle' grip area inside the door, so when it pops you just grab the side of the door and pull it open, same as in the back.
I bet the aftermarket will come up with a door handle delete kit soon after it's released.
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I bet the aftermarket will come up with a door handle delete kit soon after it's released.
I really hope Ford realizes how bad that little door handle is and removes it from the production model. I would much rather there be no exterior handle just like the rear doors.
 

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I really hope Ford realizes how bad that little door handle is and removes it from the production model. I would much rather there be no exterior handle just like the rear doors.
I kind of agree. Apparently that’s how they had it originally but a focus group didn’t like it without a handle
 

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I kind of agree. Apparently that’s how they had it originally but a focus group didn’t like it without a handle
And how many members of the focus groups intended to even purchase the vehicle? Focus groups can produce good info for some things and other times you get all sorts of stupid stuff added due to focus groups, I class the handle as the latter :(

If your going to the effort of having to add an handle I would rather they revert to having a real handle and make it flush like of an aston or jag f-type. Otherwise it is was completely pointless of going to the expense and complexity of a true handle less design and then go and add one anyway especially one that looks so bad aesthetically. Ford should seriously consider adding a handle delete option.
 

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And how many members of the focus groups intended to even purchase the vehicle? Focus groups can produce good info for some things and other times you get all sorts of stupid stuff added due to focus groups, I class the handle as the latter :(

If your going to the effort of having to add an handle I would rather they revert to having a real handle and make it flush like of an aston or jag f-type. Otherwise it is was completely pointless of going to the expense and complexity of a true handle less design and then go and add one anyway especially one that looks so bad aesthetically. Ford should seriously consider adding a handle delete option.
I completely agree. Ford are you listening?
 


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The other problem I have with the handle is that appears to be placed in the perfect location that I know will end up jabbing me in the ribs as I brush past it :( while also looking to be the perfect hook for grabbing loose bag straps you may have over your shoulder.
 

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The other problem I have with the handle is that appears to be placed in the perfect location that I know will end up jabbing me in the ribs as I brush past it :( while also looking to be the perfect hook for grabbing loose bag straps you may have over your shoulder.
I'm hoping you can unscrew it. Some might even cut and file the piece right off. It would be nice to remove it though.
 

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I'm hoping you can unscrew it. Some might even cut and file the piece right off. It would be nice to remove it though.
The handle looks excatly like what it is a tacky bodged on after thought :(, so I assume if you took the door card (panel) off you would see how it was added and hopefully how to remove it :)
 

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Can't they make the dash screen bigger and stick out more? :oops: What is with this trend?
 

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Integrating the screen into the dash messes with both the cost and form of the instrument panel (IP)/dashboard. By having a floating screen, automakers have more freedom with the IP and separate the hardware requirements and limitations that come from an integrated screen embedded in the dash.
 

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The handle looks excatly like what it is a tacky bodged on after thought :(, so I assume if you took the door card (panel) off you would see how it was added and hopefully how to remove it :)
The handle is held on by one visible screw and most likely another similar screw behind the door card. You’ll need a matching piece of black trim to replace it, but definitely doable. Some say the handle will be removed for J1 (from a Ford source but not sure I trust it).
 

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Nice. That's good to know.
 
 




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