I got a chance to really look over a Navigator at the Seattle Autoshow this weekend. I really liked the center mounted automatic. I do believe this is where it is intended to be. It just felt right. I do not however, like all the silver plastic pieces. It looks cheap and fragile. Interesting to see how it holds up over time. I also didn't care for the cover over the stereo. I can't imagine people are going to keep the radio covered. Those are my only gripes, otherwise I thougt it was a great vehicle. It really looked good in black btw.