Ford Show. Live on Facebook Tomorrow... - Page 9

madmelon · 13-08-2013, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by joeyy17

That is the actual Mustang on the left!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I too noticed that car and thought it was different to everything else they'd shown properly so far...

joeyy17 · 13-08-2013, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BroadyFord

Falcon headlights:

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You can see that broad grill will be implemented

grey_esp · 13-08-2013, 01:25 PM

Do ford Australia actually employ any Australians? No wonder they are shutting up shop, all the big wigs are from the US.

The falcon looks like it has nice headlights, Hopefully there is something behind them.

Everest looks cool, doesn't look to have much cargo space tho. I guess its competing against Pajero and Prado etc, which are similar, why not give it something the others dont have tho so there is a reason to buy it over the others, we all know it wont be because of the price. Would be nice with a 5.0 in there.

TC200six · 13-08-2013, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by joeyy17

That is the actual Mustang on the left!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No that's the Mondeo. The horse logo is there because there are no pics of the new Mustang yet

**Sorted** · 13-08-2013, 01:26 PM

Here is a facebook link for the Falcon Part - Looks AWESOME

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=511985308870501

joeyy17 · 13-08-2013, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TC200six

No that's the Mondeo. The horse logo is there because there are no pics of the new Mustang yet

The modeo was in blue on the far left

Oxa384 · 13-08-2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by imugli

According to sales figures for the last 5 years or so - yes.

too little too late im afraid

lucas2 · 13-08-2013, 01:28 PM

I wouldn't mind the Mondeo wagon with the turbo 6 in it

Road_Warrior · 13-08-2013, 01:29 PM

Anyone expecting a global reveal of the Mustang here is fooling themselves, the car is an American icon and it is appropriate the global reveal is in America. Every other market is just along for the ride.

For the same reasons it is appropriate we get to see the Everest first as it was developed here like the Ranger.

SPNAGE · 13-08-2013, 01:29 PM

I think it was well done. A little disappointed about falcon. But understand they can't till they have to. Love some of the new tech coming in on new models. The Mondeo looked fantastic. Like the transit, love the everest. A bit to look forward to. From what i saw of falcon, it's going out with a bang.

GQ_Smooth · 13-08-2013, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BroadyFord

Falcon headlights:

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Serious, why are Ford showing images of a Lancer's headlights?

EDIT
Just looked at the Falcon Facebook site, looks better too me now. I was genuinely almost gone.

TC200six · 13-08-2013, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by joeyy17

The modeo was in blue on the far left

That better not be the Mustang, otherwise it will just be a 2-door Mondeo. I'm sure Ford will give the Mustang a little more distinction that that

joeyy17 · 13-08-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by TC200six

That better not be the Mustang, otherwise it will just be a 2-door Mondeo. I'm sure Ford will give the Mustang a little more distinction that that

I really hope so as well! If you look closely on the plates it says Mustang

westy73 · 13-08-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by grey_esp

Do ford Australia actually employ any Australians? No wonder they are shutting up shop, all the big wigs are from the US.

The falcon looks like it has nice headlights, Hopefully there is something behind them.

Everest looks cool, doesn't look to have much cargo space tho. I guess its competing against Pajero and Prado etc, which are similar, why not give it something the others dont have tho so there is a reason to buy it over the others, we all know it wont be because of the price. Would be nice with a 5.0 in there.

Totally agree. For all their speak about Global this and Global that and One Ford this and One Ford that........big surprise NOT 1 Aussie speaker to introduce anything. USA centric is GLOBAL ?? NOT FOR ME. Shocker.

Papa Smurf · 13-08-2013, 01:31 PM

I watched the Ford live broadcast of their future offerings for Australia. A few Americans came along and said that we will be happy with their new offerings and I guess expected us to accept that the AUSSIE car is DEAD.

They raved on about the fact that Aussies had a hand in the design of the Ranger and we should be proud of that? they showed the kuga and some new thing called an everest but NOTHING about something to replace the Falcon.
There was the up beat talk about all NEW Fiesta's and Focus's and Mondeo sedan and wagon but nothing for people over 5'10" and more than 80kg wringing wet. A mention was made of the new Mustang that we will get in RHD but I am guessing that this will NOT be a huge seller as it will be TOO darn Expensive.
In America the Mustang starts at $30,990.00 US for this one but I am sure that by the time it hit OZ the price would start at about double +. There would STILL be industry protection on imports and we would end up like NZ paying PREMIUM prices for imported cars, so sad.

RIP Falcon. Thanks Ford, you have done this:

stevanford · 13-08-2013, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by joeyy17

I really hope so as well! If you look closely on the plates it says Mustang

It actually said Mondeo.

Kayos · 13-08-2013, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by lucas2

I wouldn't mind the Mondeo wagon with the turbo 6 in it

no chance that would happen?? front wheel drive

6t....

Guzz226 · 13-08-2013, 01:35 PM

Wasn't expecting the Mustang reveal but at least a little detail other than RHD - ie high level specs eg is it coming as 4, 6 and/or 8 etc would have been nice.

Ditto Falcon and GT - given nothing was said I am expecting the worst and no GT in 2014 model. Given how lucklustre the crowd was, imagine the cheers if a GTHO was promoted.

Finally why nothing on Motorsport?

Clearly Ford aren't listening to what people wanted to know about - or are listening and don't want to answer or even acknowledge. Of all that, not sure what is worst.

And Everest? It was a concept. How close is it that what will eventuate?

Sorry Ford - if you were seeking to inspire me and retain my custom I am not feeling it.

I6DOHC · 13-08-2013, 01:35 PM

From what I did see of the presentation, it seemed like 'Falcon' was a dirty word and dirty image. Hardly saw anything of it. Along with the territory (based off the falcon) it has been one of Australia's truest engineering achievements and deserves at least some recognition.

I got the feeling that not one of them really wanted to say too much about it, because nobody wants to be seen as having committed anything to actually seeing a 2014 model.... I really hope I'm as wrong as can be, as from the teaser image above it might look alright.

fgpsi · 13-08-2013, 01:37 PM

From the preview on Facebook, the falcon looks very average IMO

JPFS1 · 13-08-2013, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by I6DOHC

From what I did see of the presentation, it seemed like 'Falcon' was a dirty word and dirty image. Hardly saw anything of it. Along with the territory (based off the falcon) it has been one of Australia's truest engineering achievments.

I got the feeling that not one of them really wanted to say too much about it, because nobody wants to be seen as having committed anything to actually seeing a 2014 model.... I really hope I'm as wrong as can be, as from the teaser image above it might look alright.

I've seen a lot more than that teaser, it exists, it is happening.

TC200six · 13-08-2013, 01:38 PM

I can't believe someone in this thread said they will never buy a Ford again, because of this video!

No matter what Ford comes up with, someone will always be there to whinge about it.

stevefreestyle · 13-08-2013, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Kayos

great another SUV to overtake because the 5 ft dumba** inside is taking the kids somewhere and can't see past the dash... or can't see the speed signs because they are now lower than the SUVs on the road

Superb observation.....the bane of my life !!

leighm · 13-08-2013, 01:39 PM

Falcon looked hot, much nicer than VF front end, wouldn't be hard to look nicer in the rear than a VF as well.

Looking forward to seeing more of it albeit for a short time only!

**EASYBOSS** · 13-08-2013, 01:40 PM

I think it was a great presentation, make's me want to stay buying Fords.

And I would like to see every negative post in this thread deleted!!!

LeadFoot81 · 13-08-2013, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Sorted

Here is a facebook link for the Falcon Part - Looks AWESOME

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=511985308870501

The styling looks like a fusion of Taurus SHO, upcoming Mondeo, and FG MK2. Interesting.

JPFS1 · 13-08-2013, 01:42 PM

Road_Warrior · 13-08-2013, 01:45 PM

Is that a bonnet bulge I see?

TC200six · 13-08-2013, 01:45 PM

Looks like the visuals of the Falcon they showed were only computer generated images

**PepeLePew** · 13-08-2013, 01:46 PM

When is Ford going to learn how to connect with the Australian public?

It's certainly not Ford alone I work for a US company and we can't help but giggle at some of the US shows put on internally.

Decent show but didnt form a connection with me as a consumer or enthusiast.