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Originally Posted by Danny
Good to hear that Fiesta Sales have increased, Hopefully they end up having the popularity that they deserve. I guess the name just has to get out there.
I do beleive had they been marketed as a Festiva (Yuck!) They would have experienced some loyalty from old Festiva customers and therefore boosted sales. Same as Focus. Had they been badged as the new Laser (Yuck as well), then same thing may have occured.
Nissan should have continued to marked Tiida as the Pulsar, as I don't think that under the Tiida Nomenclature that they will succeed.
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My opinion,
I agree what you said about the Tiida, the Pulsar had a backing in Australia, and was reknown for bringing out a few hot hatches. The Tiida name and it's marketing is sure to get interest of the shopping trolley parent, but younger people. Nope. Its like Ford dropping the V8 but on a smaller level
I'm impartial aobut the Laser vs Focus. My GFs grandad is a ex mechanic and was looking for a new medium sized car. He checked out his local Ford dealer asking about the latest Laser, but after he was told that name has been replaced he was no longer interested. Stupid I know but that how people are.
The Festiva name I'm glad they changed. The Festiva in many peoples eyes was similar to an Excel - cheap. In the long run the name change will help the Fiesta greatly with resale.