Q: Converting my 2912 Fusion SE to AWD v6

asked by on April 23, 2017

I'd like advice on converting my fwd fusion to a awd street car. Also changing to the v6. How much and would the car make a good street car in your opinion? Stick it does pretty well

My car has 96000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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