I really hate buttons on the steering wheel. Specifically redundant controls. Cruise control is maybe OK, that’s it though.

Dealerships are usually happy to do warranty work. They don’t decide if a repair is covered or not - the manufacturer does. If something leads a tech or service writer to believe that a recommended repair may not be warrantable (as in Subaru won’t pay for the repair), then they will contact their manufacturer…

Word is that the Flex is done/ Ford is canceling production.

Correct. Sales tax is paid to the state that the vehicle is registered in.

Mosier’s is great! Also, Rigdelines are great.