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Old 15-08-2014, 02:22 AM   #7561
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Don't know what's some peoples problem with the code name...so what it's called FG X, cause after this model, there'll be no more.

Ford can call it FG MMXV if they like, don't bother me.
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Old 15-08-2014, 02:44 AM   #7562
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Wow ...

Yes, I know it's a Taurus, yes I know it's not coming here, but what a pity that the new Falcon doesn't have an interior that looks like that.
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Old 15-08-2014, 06:16 AM   #7563
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I love that Jag with the recessed boot lid, makes the rear end look so fat.
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Yes, that date is significant when talking about emissions certification. Any new model released AFTER that date MUST comply to 'Core' Euro 5... That's as much as I am going to say.

Hope that helps.
Right so you could of just said that at the start and explained why instead of playing around.

It still sounds cheap regardless of the explanation (albeit a good one).
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Right so you could of just said that at the start and explained why instead of playing around.

It still sounds cheap regardless of the explanation (albeit a good one).
Maybe JPFS1 wasn't playing around and just had to be careful in what he could publically say..I could sense his frustration until he clarified the reasons. Frankly I don't see the fuss over the model designation, we ALL don't realise we're lucky this car is even being released and I mean that seriously, the fact it's being produced is not what was the plan originally.
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Your right it is a storm in a teacup but if you give a proper explanation then there is no confusion. If Ford have got it to the point where they found loop hole then great, I dont expect them to advertise the fact but they cant really hide it either.

I believe your in the supply channel so I can understand your point of view, but from a consumers I have and never feel "lucky" that someone wants to sell something to be...luck goes both ways; maybe they are lucky anyone cares?
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Old 15-08-2014, 07:22 AM   #7567
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Your right it is a storm in a teacup but if you give a proper explanation then there is no confusion. If Ford have got it to the point where they found loop hole then great, I dont expect them to advertise the fact but they cant really hide it either.

I believe your in the supply channel so I can understand your point of view, but from a consumers I have and never feel "lucky" that someone wants to sell something to be...luck goes both ways; maybe they are lucky anyone cares?
I meant lucky that Ford Aust. are able to offer it, not lucky that we can buy it. (if you get my drift)
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We ALL don't realise we're lucky this car is even being released and I mean that seriously, the fact it's being produced is not what was the plan originally.
I totally agree with this. My bet is that Ford will not be making money on this car, but it is a smart investment to get buyers used to the global design language before transitioning to their foreign models.

I am surprised that people are saying, "It looks like a Mondeo/Mustang", without realising that this is their intention in bringing this model to the market. It makes perfect sense to make the transition as cleanly as possible, and many buyers probably won't even notice the difference design-wise once the Falcon does bow out.

I think the new XR looks horn, but I want to see it in colours I would actually buy. Looking forward to seeing a colour like Ego make an appearance, or even the colour on that new SZ II that looks like a nice dark grey colour they are bringing in.

After thinking about it overnight, as clumsy as FG X may be, I'm actually not hating it like I thought I would. I do like the tip of the hat to the older models, and the explanation provided earlier makes perfect sense. I certainly prefer this over FG MkIII.
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Old 15-08-2014, 07:29 AM   #7569
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Old 15-08-2014, 07:53 AM   #7570
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Breaking News
The first models going on sale in November are the FG X
A few months later there will be a special edition FG XX
Then as the doors close there will be a final FG XXX when all remaining parts are optioned to clear them out
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Old 15-08-2014, 08:13 AM   #7571
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AU, AU2, AU3
BA, BA2
BF, BF2, BF3
FG, FG2, FGX

Looks like the X just replaces a "3" to me....
The new car mechanically equates to an FG series 3 does it not?
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Old 15-08-2014, 08:32 AM   #7572
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Ok simmer down everyone

Back to the new Falcon.
We are dominated by the Holden SS in our fleet, but we are hoping to get one of the last V8 Fords. The turbo six was a fantastic package so looking forward to the last of the V8s.

Hopefully they won't include an electronic hand brake like in the VF. Hate it.


BTW the favourite in the fleet was a VE, went harder, nice. We just pensioned it off for a VF, only time will tell if it is deemed to be better.

A Ford should be awesome if we can get our hands on a couple, it all depends on the Fleet Manager.
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Old 15-08-2014, 09:17 AM   #7573
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Looks really nice in that darker colour. I hope we see an XR8 in the wild soon.
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Old 15-08-2014, 09:37 AM   #7574
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I ordered my plate in Graphite, so here's hoping that colour finds its way to the XR8!
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Old 15-08-2014, 10:02 AM   #7575
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Looks really nice in that darker colour. I hope we see an XR8 in the wild soon.
The credit goes more to Rob Jankovski (I forgot to leave a courtesy when I posted the pic)
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Looks really nice in that darker colour. I hope we see an XR8 in the wild soon.
Certainly has more of an 'international' look to it now. It would look right at home in a Ford of Europe showroom or in the US.
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The credit goes more to Rob Jankovski (I forgot to leave a courtesy when I posted the pic)
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Ahh no worries, I can't edit my original post now, but thanks for posting that.
I just posted as I saw it. :P
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Certainly has more of an 'international' look to it now. It would look right at home in a Ford of Europe showroom or in the US.
Definitely corporate. The only thing that looks awkward IMO is the badge placement but I dont know where else you could put it.

The black one JPFS1 posted looks the best so far IMO.
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Still ****ed off that a Falcon V8 ute (not an FPV with useless tow rating) has not been available for years - especially at a time when Australians crave a final model V8.

Three dealers have told me they are inundated with V8 ute enquiries but Ford doesn't listen.

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http://www.news.com.au/finance/busin...-1226967772594


After four XR6T utes I feel like a change.
I hear ya but it doesn't look like it's going to happen. I had definate purchase plans but now I'm not sure what direction to go and I really doubt that Ford will change their mind on a V8 ute now.
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That's the color for me. I'll be ordering my XR8 in kinetic.
Thanks for the pic JPSF1.
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no problem XBv8mmm!

Just me mindful these are not representative of the actual colors available.
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Can anyone mock up the grey colour seen on the Territory SZ II? I miss Ego, and this looks like it might be a go-er. Hoping it makes the colour palette on offer for the FG X.
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Can anyone mock up the grey colour seen on the Territory SZ II? I miss Ego, and this looks like it might be a go-er. Hoping it makes the colour palette on offer for the FG X.
Have a look at Smoke. It a pretty nice colour in the flesh.
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I really like those lights.

From that photo I take it Brembo’s are not standard on the XR8, are they an option?
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Definitely corporate. The only thing that looks awkward IMO is the badge placement but I dont know where else you could put it.

The black one JPFS1 posted looks the best so far IMO.
Under the tail lights a la EF-EL?
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I hear ya but it doesn't look like it's going to happen. I had definate purchase plans but now I'm not sure what direction to go and I really doubt that Ford will change their mind on a V8 ute now.
Bugger! - was looking forward to a 5.0 RTV..........
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