I would not read to much into it. Go with your gut, if you like the Transit and it fits your needs then purchase a used or new one. Sometimes it takes awhile for a product to catch on here in the States, I believe Ford has made a bold and smart move in bringing the Transit Connect Stateside. I was in Vegas a couple of weeks ago and they were being used as Taxis.
We just purchased one for the Company and although we have yet to put many miles on it, initial impressions are positive. Love the way it handles, the 2.0L is small but the vehicle weighs less then 3000 pounds so who cares.
