FG X, The Last EVER Falcon - Picture & Discussion Thread

[AUS GRUNT]

Originally Posted by Bluehoon

Full vehicle specs and options are now online on FOA website.

For the coin, these falcons in whatever variant are very competitive.
The XR8 is distinctly differentiated too..

Noticed the manual XR8 gets 3.73 diff gears, bring it on!!!!

Yeah i noticed that to, also it seems that even some of the gear ratios are different for the xr8 (manual)...is it the same TR6060 box

[HO 3]

Originally Posted by AUS GRUNT

Yeah i noticed that to, also it seems that even some of the gear ratios are different for the xr8 (manual)...is it the same TR6060 box

Off the top of my head Id say it would be the same box and ratios as the previous model 5.0 GT..........engine tune on the other hand might be a bit of a nudge, nudge, wink, wink 335 tune though.

Cheers Mick

[NX74205]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Hmmm,
I notice the EcoBoost engine has lost a few ponies in the transition to FG X.
Was 179kw in FG MK II, now 176kw.

My understanding is that the 179kW figure for the Ecoboost 2.0 was based on using 95RON fuel. Using 91RON, it'll only pump out 176.

[asagaai]

If any of the Ford Miami 5 litre builders are reading or hear of this site, some requests, given this motor will be going up against euro high performance including the C63 shortly,

-please build the motors strong and fine guys...

- For manuals , especially those going into smoke XR8s for March/June delivery to Kloster Ford in Newcastle, tune them for north of 355rwkw- you know the manuals deserve and warrant this -nudge nudge-wink wink

[Freiherr]

Originally Posted by asagaai

If any of the Ford Miami 5 litre builders are reading or hear of this site, some requests, given this motor will be going up against euro high performance including the C63 shortly,

-please build the motors strong and fine guys...

- For manuals , especially those going into smoke XR8s for March/June delivery to Kloster Ford in Newcastle, tune them for north of 355rwkw- you know the manuals deserve and warrant this -nudge nudge-wink wink

The 335kw is worst case scenario, a figure you can attain any time. Under right conditions, the SC can deliver more.

[Whitey-AMG]

Originally Posted by Smoke Pursuit

G6ET doesnt come with a bootlip spoiler anymore.

Not sure if an FG one will fit an FGX.

Seen a FG X G6ET in the flesh during our visit to FPR for the GTF celebration cruise a couple of weeks ago.

The rear end has grown on me since the initial launch and looks quite nice from certain angles. The overall look isnt quite as "aggressive" as the outgoing G6ET with its seemingly lower looking stance and Boot lip spoiler and "chunkier" look all round . FG X is definitely a "smoother" almost thinner / smaller looking car.

The front end however........
From directly front on - I didnt mind it. From a 3/4 on view it does look out of proportion and from side on it still looks weird and grafted on with an overly long looking overhang.
I stared at it and walked around it for quite some time and I reckon over time we will all get used to it and certain colours will look much better than others , but it wasnt luv at 1st sight.

[chookaradley]

Vehicle going on sale in approx 3 weeks. Does anyone know when we might start seeing some reviews in the press?

[martyal44]

The Caradvice big trip to Alice Springs has disappeared from their website.

[rocketscientist]

I saw the new falcon in the flesh for the first time this afternoon as I followed a silver G6E & XR6 and their fluro clad drivers on the Ballan/Geelong rd through Bacchus Marsh and up towards Ballarat. I got a pretty good look at them from most angles and have to say they are a much better looking machine in the flesh than in any image that I have yet seen. I know that's hardly a revelation on this board, but it really surprised me. The G6E is particularly impressive in the flesh.

[Bonn]

Having watched closely at 'The Shrine' when Dicky absolutely wrung the sacrificial Victory Gold XR8 FGX's neck, must concur that it looks rather balanced, in motion.
That is to say, the proportions appear to work, whilst on-the-move, as it were.

The pure beauty of the launch FG XR8/GT/F6/GTP/GTE/F6E will possibly never be matched in our lifetime, but for what the FG-X is - a 2014/15/16 Falcon, it wins hands down against the current market of 'poseurs' - and that includes those 'other' V8 engined offerings from that 'other' onshore (not for long, either) manufacturer.
Push-rods had their place - in the post-war years!
Good evening.
Bonn

[Wretched]

Originally Posted by Bonn

Having watched closely at 'The Shrine' when Dicky absolutely wrung the sacrificial Victory Gold XR8 FGX's neck, must concur that it looks rather balanced, in motion.
That is to say, the proportions appear to work, whilst on-the-move, as it were.

The pure beauty of the launch FG XR8/GT/F6/GTP/GTE/F6E will possibly never be matched in our lifetime, but for what the FG-X is - a 2014/15/16 Falcon, it wins hands down against the current market of 'poseurs' - and that includes those 'other' V8 engined offerings from that 'other' onshore (not for long, either) manufacturer.
Push-rods had their place - in the post-war years!
Good evening.
Bonn

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Push rods came in later than OHC. Nothing wrong with push rods. The old Windsors in the AU were push rod, decent little engine especially in the T series. The 5.6 was one of the if not the finest engine produced in AU. I rate it better than the 5.4 that followed in the B series.

[Bonn]

Originally Posted by Wretched

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Push rods came in later than OHC. Nothing wrong with push rods. The old Windsors in the AU were push rod, decent little engine especially in the T series. The 5.6 was one of the if not the finest engine produced in AU. I rate it better than the 5.4 that followed in the B series.

Good point - re, Pushrods, but was trying to slag off the 'Red' brand without mentioning it by name or current model initials - been too much of it on the thread, lately.....

5.6 would be sweet!!!!! Always liked the look of the AUs, esp TS/TE and XR

[stevefreestyle]

Originally Posted by Wretched

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Push rods came in later than OHC. Nothing wrong with push rods. The old Windsors in the AU were push rod, decent little engine especially in the T series. The 5.6 was one of the if not the finest engine produced in AU. I rate it better than the 5.4 that followed in the B series.

Another one who has ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA !! The ONLY thing Pushrod engines came after was the even MORE PRIMITIVE Side Valve.

And what Experience have you had with AU Windsors & B series XR8s. As someone who has had an AU II 220 & BA XR8s, it Sounds like the answer is None

Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but for some ignorance is bliss.

[Wretched]

Originally Posted by stevefreestyle

Another one who has ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA !! The ONLY thing Pushrod engines came after was the even MORE PRIMITIVE Side Valve.

And what Experience have you had with AU Windsors & B series XR8s. As someone who has had an AU II 220 & BA XR8s, it Sounds like the answer is None

Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but for some ignorance is bliss.

Wow an aggressive little fiend aren't you?
Instead passive aggressiveness how about showing some facts instead? I am more than happy to be corrected but not with immaturity.

I have owned a BF2 XR8 but can only base the Windsor experience on others experiences. The little windsor engine got rave reviews from here and publications. Unfortunately my ownership experience with the 5.4 XR8 wasn't so glowing. It was better on paper than in reality. So yes I do have experience.

[martinijosh]

This again... PM each other.

[csv8]

Hyundai Genesis pricing released today ,, Base $60k mid spec $71k Luxury $82k plus Orc from Cars Guide

[Freiherr]

Originally Posted by csv8

Hyundai Genesis pricing released today ,, Base $60k mid spec $71k Luxury $82k plus Orc from Cars Guide

And no V8 for Aus! Those prices are ridiculous and highlight the new Falcon sharp pricing. XR8 auto for 60K drive away is a steal by comparison. Once the multinationals remove all local manufacturing in Australia, we will be well and trully screwed and cars here will be dearer than in Singapore.

[Patty]

Originally Posted by Freiherr

And no V8 for Aus! Those prices are ridiculous and highlight the new Falcon sharp pricing. XR8 auto for 60K drive away is a steal by comparison. Once the multinationals remove all local manufacturing in Australia, we will be well and trully screwed and cars here will be dearer than in Singapore.

How are those prices rediculous??? The Genesis is a luxury sedan competing against the Germans.. Not the Falcon. The Genesis will have 7 series tech in it. The Falcon in no way shape or form will compete with the Genesis. Just like it doesn't compete with BMW or AUDI. And also the V8 will be coming in the Mark II Genesis.

[richo77]

Originally Posted by Patty

How are those prices rediculous??? The Genesis is a luxury sedan competing against the Germans.. Not the Falcon. The Genesis will have 7 series tech in it. The Falcon in no way shape or form will compete with the Genesis. Just like it doesn't compete with BMW or AUDI. And also the V8 will be coming in the Mark II Genesis.

But its a Hyundai.

[martinijosh]

Originally Posted by richo77

But its a Hyundai.

As opposed to a falcadore/bogan chariot?... (not my personal opinion)

[responsef6]

Originally Posted by richo77

But its a Hyundai.

What he said ^^^^

[FGX335]

Hyundai V8 Supercar? God that sounds odd!

[responsef6]

Originally Posted by martinijosh

As opposed to a falcadore/bogan chariot?... (not my personal opinion)

You don't belong here with that kind of comment. If its not your opinion, why say it. It's insulting

[vztrt]

Originally Posted by Freiherr

And no V8 for Aus! Those prices are ridiculous and highlight the new Falcon sharp pricing. XR8 auto for 60K drive away is a steal by comparison. Once the multinationals remove all local manufacturing in Australia, we will be well and trully screwed and cars here will be dearer than in Singapore.

You do realise that it isn't the cars that are dear in Singapore??

Also Genesis is luxury car so it will be priced hi...actually its cheap against the Germans.

[Patty]

Originally Posted by richo77

But its a Hyundai.

Therefore you don't have to buy one mate. Do you know Hyundai are world leaders as a manufacturer (Not just the car industry) in quality standards. They've come a long way. The Genesis is actually a nice bit of kit.

[FGX-302]

Who gives a **** about hyandai?? This isn't a jap crap thread or anything Asian, it's a thread to talk about the last FGX falcon and maybe a bit about its direct competition.. In no way shape or form is a hyandai or will it ever be the Ford Falcons competitor..
I will gladly **** all over that car anytime a day in my XR8 with a great big blown V8 bark.. Try get all it's modules for its "unbelievable" tech to make that sound!!

I can't be the only one surely that doesn't give a rats *** what hyandai is doing and never EVER will.!

[FG50T]

Originally Posted by Patty

How are those prices rediculous??? The Genesis is a luxury sedan competing against the Germans.. Not the Falcon. The Genesis will have 7 series tech in it. The Falcon in no way shape or form will compete with the Genesis. Just like it doesn't compete with BMW or AUDI. And also the V8 will be coming in the Mark II Genesis.

Hyundai is keeping up with the tech. Not the drive, quality or resale.

[richo77]

Originally Posted by Patty

Therefore you don't have to buy one mate. Do you know Hyundai are world leaders as a manufacturer (Not just the car industry) in quality standards. They've come a long way. The Genesis is actually a nice bit of kit.

I'm sure its a nice car but I'll never buy one to find out. To me, a Korean version of a German luxury car is just an imitator not to be taken seriously.

[LASTXR]

Someone please start a Hyundai post
and put this info there
I read this for the Falcon & Falcon only.
On another post, I don't have to look at it

[newi]

...and here we are again in the 'Last EVER Falcon Picture and Discussion Thread' not discussing the Last EVER Falcon....

And it is a Hyundai of all things being discussed.....