FG X, The Last EVER Falcon - Picture & Discussion Thread - Page 367

Cymrucaveman · 16-11-2014, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

I did notice though 19'' Dark Argent (the old F6 wheel) are available as a dealer fit option though.

I saw that.....not sure how it might tie in with the new shape. Will have to wait and see i guess, but nice to have an option.

I also saw that there's a spolier option, but it looks just like the XR8 one. Is that for non XR models or are we seeing two spoiler options? It doesn't look like it but i hope its a GT type one........

Tbm1121 · 16-11-2014, 06:46 PM

If you look at the specs for wheels they've got it all mixed up for sedan

malazn mafia · 16-11-2014, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

I see Brochures are now up on the Ford website.
Bit disappointing that its just re-CGI of the FG MK II brochure.

I did notice though 19'' Dark Argent (the old F6 wheel) are available as a dealer fit option though.

Looks like Ford put their publication team into early retirement, and hired some photoshop teenagers instead

Cashie · 16-11-2014, 07:22 PM

Bit of a shame the brochures seem like a token effort.

Is the XR8 meant to have LSD and alloy spare? (Looks like this section of the brochure is all mixed up)

fgpsi · 16-11-2014, 07:35 PM

I feel argents won't suit the fgx

335JET · 16-11-2014, 08:49 PM

i too downloaded that brochure, the specs on the last pg seem mixed up between the different models.
id say the dark agents will be xr6 only as the xr8 has the wider 9in rears.

**DFB FGXR6** · 16-11-2014, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BOSS 4LTR

i too downloaded that brochure, the specs on the last pg seem mixed up between the different models.
id say the dark agents will be xr6 only as the xr8 has the wider 9in rears.

They are optional on XR8 too, but one would think they would be a backward step for that model?

335JET · 16-11-2014, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

They are optional on XR8 too, but one would think they would be a backward step for that model?

i dont think its optional, its an accessory that you can get the dealer to order for you. i doubt the Dark agents are available in 9in wide, so yea it would be a backward step for the XR8.
i actually like the 19in XR6 Turbo wheels, they suit the FGX alot.

AndyXR6T · 16-11-2014, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jimt3te50

I've got some

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Please tell me how you got these?

AUS GRUNT · 16-11-2014, 09:31 PM

They should of had abit of an proof read before they released that brochure...the spec sheet is all over the place like a dogs breakfest, especially when it says things like 'XR8 Alloy wheels standard on XR6 Turbo'

Adamz Ghia · 16-11-2014, 09:47 PM

They forgot to photoshop the old antenna out of one the pictures. Sounds petty but it's **** poor that it was missed. Really is a half arsed job.

He new antenna looks huge on the ute too...!

b2tf · 16-11-2014, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by BOSS 4LTR

id say the dark agents will be xr6 only as the xr8 has the wider 9in rears.

aRgents

HO 3 · 16-11-2014, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

They are optional on XR8 too, but one would think they would be a backward step for that model?

Backwards in more ways than one

............give me old school Falcon GT and HO Deep Argent paint colour on trims and wheels any day.

Cheers Mick

Tbm1121 · 17-11-2014, 02:15 AM

Today is the day it all begins, trucks will be loading cars and taking them to dealerships, should be a good mix of utes sedans and territories coming every bodies way shortly, don't expect too many xr8's though.....

**Fordman1** · 17-11-2014, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by BOSS 4LTR

i too downloaded that brochure, the specs on the last pg seem mixed up between the different models.
id say the dark agents will be xr6 only as the xr8 has the wider 9in rears.

007 will take care of those dark agents.

bionic2006xr6t · 17-11-2014, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Tbm1121

Today is the day it all begins, trucks will be loading cars and taking them to dealerships, should be a good mix of utes sedans and territories coming every bodies way shortly, don't expect too many xr8's though.....

My dealer told me that they where expecting their first lot of cars mid week! They had previously told me that they where hanging off until the new year don't know what has changed maybe too much public interest????

Cheers Ryan

Tbm1121 · 17-11-2014, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bionic2006xr6t

My dealer told me that they where expecting their first lot of cars mid week! They had previously told me that they where hanging off until the new year don't know what has changed maybe too much public interest????

Cheers Ryan

Ford have been stockpiling, today they have released them from the compound so as to provide a slightly simultaneous release, this will be mostly the standard models however, not many of the xr8's will be making it through until later on.

AUS GRUNT · 17-11-2014, 02:16 PM

My dealer said they will hopefully have an XR8 in towards the end of the month...hopefully they do so i can have a look while i'm down that way.

chookaradley · 17-11-2014, 09:05 PM

I've said this before, but why no reviews published yet. I'm assuming all the motoring journos have driven them. Would've thought people that aren't diehard Ford fans would like to read a review before considering an FGX.

Tbm1121 · 17-11-2014, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by chookaradley

I've said this before, but why no reviews published yet. I'm assuming all the motoring journos have driven them. Would've thought people that aren't diehard Ford fans would like to read a review before considering an FGX.

Manufacturers place embargo's on there products, they've probably All driven them, filmed them and photographed them, but have signed contracts to not release information until a time of fords choosing, same goes with spec releases, that's why all the websites have info published at relatively the same time, it's there ready to go waiting for the allowed time.

Auslandau · 17-11-2014, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by chookaradley

I've said this before, but why no reviews published yet. I'm assuming all the motoring journos have driven them. Would've thought people that aren't diehard Ford fans would like to read a review before considering an FGX.

No they all haven't yet as the official launch of the Territory and FGX is next Wednesday and Thursday for the journo's with drives in the country side and a trip to a race track ........ should be fun

So would expect the Friday Cars Guide and everything else to follow on the Friday.

HO 3 · 17-11-2014, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by chookaradley

I've said this before, but why no reviews published yet. I'm assuming all the motoring journos have driven them. Would've thought people that aren't diehard Ford fans would like to read a review before considering an FGX.

I would say we will see some reviews in the Jan 2015 mags which will be available mid Dec 2014.................just my educated guess

Cheers Mick

kazawaki · 17-11-2014, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by asagaai

Without test driving one either- you insane?

Ask the gtf guys and the pursuit ute guys if they think they are insane,I know I am not feeling insane,it is a real pleasure to get into my pursuit every morning and drive to work

bionic2006xr6t · 18-11-2014, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by asagaai

Without test driving one either- you insane?

Now this may seam weird to most/all but I personally have never liked/enjoyed test driving cars. The short time your in them you don't really get time to get a feel for them. I'm alway somewhat nervouse and due to this don't really enjoy the experience. I really have to but the first 1000+ km on it until I get a true feel for it and really start to enjoy it.

Cheers Ryan

commodorenutt · 18-11-2014, 06:42 AM

^^ I agree.

Some dealers offer an "overnight" test drive to serious buyers (or repeat customers) who have proven themselves to be genuine buyers.

Our company had a relatively decent sized fleet, to the point where large dealers looking to win the fleet business would offer us trial cars for up to several weeks at a time. One of these was the Ford press car for the EcoLPi launch. Our fleet manager offered it to me for an objective opinion, and I used it for the regular day-to-day driving for several days. Needless to say it won me over - not only did I get one, but I managed to swing a number of other guys off the diesel mondeo & into an LPi.

It gave me time to really get a feel for the car in daily use - early starts, freeway running, stop-start traffic, and night driving - how many people buy cars and then whinge about the headlights the first time they drive it at night? You also get a proper test of the aircon & demister in varying conditions, the radio, and all the other controls.

All of the above are things you really can't test properly in a "round the block" test drive.

It's too late now, but if more dealers did this for fleets, particularly with the ecoboost & LPi models, and took the time to explain the low running (and servicing) costs, then maybe there would be more of these locally produced gems purchased for fleets - instead of imported 4 cyl cars that are smaller, but cost more to run (fuel, servicing etc).

Freiherr · 18-11-2014, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by kazawaki

Ask the gtf guys and the pursuit ute guys if they think they are insane,I know I am not feeling insane,it is a real pleasure to get into my pursuit every morning and drive to work

+1
Also, how does one test drive a GTF that was sold out in 24 hours before it was built? Sometimes people just have to bite the bullet and take the risk. It is usually the insane ones who reap the rewards.
So glad that you are enjoying your pursuit.