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| HoldenV8 04-25-2006 |
Tested to a top speed of 254kmh. Not bad when its supposed to be limited by Ford Australia to 230. |
| Future range |
| sabregt 18-3-2004 |
The GT-P won't be getting any more power than the GT. The GT-P is to the GT as the Fairmont Ghia is to the XT V8. It's just a luxury version. F6 Typhoon is basically an XR6 Turbo with bodykit and toughened suspension. 270kW is deliberately choked down to keep the GT relevant, but 550Nm insures it will be faster than the GT. And, because a stock XR6T can keep pace with a Commodore SS, the F6 Typhoon will be more than a match for the Clubsport. And maybe even the extinct HSV GTS. As for the V8s, we'll be getting a revival of the GTHO, with a supercharged BOSS. Hopefully FPV will have learned a bit about weight reduction (to get it down to at least 1700kg) and weight distribution (there's too much mass over the front crossmember). It's also likely that we'll see a Grange competitor in the form of an FPV Fairlane/LTD. I'd like to see the T-Series revived. If Geoff Polites' replacement can get export approval from the Yanks, we may even see a coupe Falcon, which FPV could turn into the 21st century Cobra. |
| GT 300kw GT-P 320Kw + |
| GT-HO Phase V 30-12-2003 |
people have been complianing about the GT and GT-P having the same power well, that could change, (comment title) and a GT-6T with 280Kw all ready confirmed |
| 330kw? Doesn't matter... |
| localdevdas 29-12-2003 |
It seams many people are saying that Ford could and should try to get more power out of the BOSS V8, but it is really of no use if Ford can't first get the Falcon's weight down. If Holden/HSV can make thier Commodores wiegh around 1600-1700kg, why does the Falcon crack 1800-1900kg? Until Ford gets the Falcon's weight down, the XR6 Turbo would be the preferred enthusiasts' choice. |
| BOSS power output |
| mustangcobraR 25-12-2003 |
I believe that prodrive will try and get more kilowatts out of the BOSS engine, since DJR Performance managed to (they got 320kw's and 540nm, though by changing the cams). If prodrive makes their own cams i believe they could get slightly more power than the DJR variant, maybe 330kw's, even DJR admitted that they could have gotten more kilowatts with their way of tuning, so who knows. I just hope FPV can get the power output of the DJR, for their own sake. And for the GTHO, i hope that they do build it and that it lives up to peoples expectations. |
| development to the BOSS |
| FPV_GTHO 20-12-2003 |
thats interesting to hear that prodrive might be working on the Boss290, i wouldve figured with all the talk of supercharging, FPV were just gunna either strap a supercharger on, or get the supercharged engine from the states. i dont think its that simple to just convert an engine from diesel to petrol, plus the BOSS is a better engine than the 7.3 which isnt even used anymore. ive heard though that the 6.2L Gen4 will have about 500hp, i think holden will use either a 6L version or slightly smaller and HSV will take the 6.2L |
| FPV ON THE MOVE... |
| GT-HO Phase V 18-12-2003 |
The rumers are most probably true, ford had said that they can not send the engine above 6000rpm but prodrive have admited that they are working on the boss 290 and said that there is a few more Kws out of it, and with a 280kw FPV Turbo on the way mid next year the GT will be pushed to 300 or more... and ford expect a weight reduction of some sort... and with HSV getting a 6.2 liter engine next year, that has a 6.0 Zo6 corvette form producing 320kw expect around that mark or a little higher from HSV that will get a down tuned version of it... as usual we should realy get a 7.3 liter engine from a F350 converte it to petrolum and and vive it dohc not ohc with four or five valves per cylinda.... that would give farraie a scare.... and the government |
| Nice effort, but the scales are even again |
| Luciferous 19-10-2003 |
Firstly, I'd have to say that the GT is pretty good effort from Ford. Alright looking, nothing too radical, very nice engine. If u ask me its a little too heavy...ok maybe a little is an understatement. FPV needs to address the issue of the car's racing nature, u cant just stick on a body kit and a bigger angine and brakes. I'm a little disappointed, cos if it wasnt for the weight problem, Ford would have total dominance. Instead, the GT's direct rival, the Clubsport, is about 200kg lighter, meaning the (previously) 30kw difference didnt form as large a gap as it should have. The Y series II HSV's are all now 285kw as standard, with HSV deciding to give the controversial Gen III a final send off, closing the gap a bit. Of course, this is 285kw ECE(the standard measurement that Holden and HSV use). But wait, doesnt Ford use DIN measurement? SO HSV has been kind enough the quote the DIN measurement of the the newly beefed up Clubsport. 292kw DIN. Hmmm... not bad, considering thats what u get when HSV pushes the engine to the limit, and with the Gen IV next year... Ford's engine is already pushed to the maximum, and the Gen IV will easily match it without much, if any modification. All I'm saying is that I hope Ford can pull a rabbit out of their hat, because their current dominance may not last.... |
| head and block |
| FPV_GTHO 22-8-2003 |
i dunno if u realised but its actually the 5.4 block and 4.6 cobra heads on the gt, not visa versa, and we were talking about the extra valve lift between the gt and xr8, not extra valves. everyone knows the gt and xr8 basically share the same engine and things like more valve lift, better ecu, better internals give the gt a claimed extra 30kw |
| u guys dont no sh*t |
| 4dsrule 17-8-2003 |
"it wasn't the valves or anything, they are both 4 valve engines. Ford couldn't use the 3 valve V8 found in the other V8 models because it couldn't be supersized. Another option was a V8 from the U.S truckside division, but its was loud and noisy and was about twice the height and width of the falcons engine bay. But then salvation, For Australia found a US 5.4 DOHC V8 used in the navigator that made 216Kws. But it got better, there was also a Cobra R spec that made 290Kws. Problem solved? errr not so fast. Ford US said they only made 300 Cobra R engines and they aint makin any more. fine, said ford australia just sell us the bits for the engine. but the cheap nasty tooling was only designed to make 300 engines. by this time XR8 and GT designers had packed there bags and headed home. It turns out the 5.4 navigator and the 4.6 cobra engines are interchangable, so why dont just bolt the 5.4 heads and the 4.6 bottoms and bring it all back to cobra r spec? hell yeah why not? Except, said the sceptics we dont have a clue if its going to work. Big call but thats what makes Australia a great country. By the way, on its ""green"" dyno run the BA GT knocked out 272Kws. After a few hours and a play with the exhaust pipes ford engineers had tweaked it to 290KWs but they say the GT is no wear near its full power. With that in mind, the GT engine is against the wall in terms of full power. Akwardly long stroke means the enigne wont rev safely above 6000 rpms. supercharging is the only option. ford is planning a very potent 620nm engine for the BA falcon GTHO in the near future" |
| re: valve lift?? |
| FPV_GTHO 18-7-2003 |
what im saying is the xr8's valves only lift 10mm but the gt's intake valves lift 13mm and the exhaust valves lift 12mm |
| valve lift?? |
| mustangcobraR 17-7-2003 |
Hey FPV_GTHO, what u talkin abt extra valve lift? Are you sayin the XR8 only has 3 valves per cylinder while the GT has 4 valves per cylinder? cus both have 4 valves per cylinder, im not being a smart ass just curious. |
| valve lift |
| FPV_GTHO 16-7-2003 |
u reckon the extra valve lift on the gt over the xr8 wont make a difference? or the recalibrated ecu settings, think again |
| yes but |
| jimmyk 13-7-2003 |
noons8, youll find that it will end up costing u a lot more than what u think to do that to a XR6T, factor in a new gearbox to handle the power and then you mught think otherwise. |
| but... |
| mustangcobraR 12-7-2003 |
But u gotta remember that both the xr8 and GT use the same 'boss' engine. the reason why the GT has an extra 30 kw is because its tuned better to get that much power. So when u supercharge the GT with 8 psi, im pretty sure it should be the same as the power output of a supercharged XR8. |
| yeah well |
| FPV_GTHO 11-7-2003 |
u could also go to c.a.p.a. and put a supercharger on this and at only 8psi get over 400kw. in the xr8, it gets 385kw at the fly and the gt has 30kw more than the xr8 |
| Why Bother??? |
| noons8 9-7-2003 |
Why would you bother with a big hunk of metal such as this GT sure it may sound good but for all you Ford Fans out there why bother when you can buy a XR6T down to APS and almost have enough go to take on GTS which is a fair effort |
| not TOTALLY new |
| FPV_GTHO 7-7-2003 |
its still got the triton v8 block shared with the 3 valve version optional for the falcon |
| Ford oz finally builds a drivers car again |
| XJS Lover 16-6-2003 |
The engine is in fact totally new. This is the first ford in the world to wear the new boss heads |
| Good, but XR6 Turbo + APS = Better! |
| Balance 11-6-2003 |
Like many others here I'm pleased that Ford have finally mustered up the courage to release products that give the guys in Clayton some concern. But for the smart ones who can do without 8 cylinders, spending ~$45,000 for an XR6 Turbo and then another ~$2300 at Air Power Systems results in a car that offers virtually all of the power and performance of a 300kw HSV GTS for ~$12,000 less than a GT. |
| the block |
| FPV_GTHO 27-5-2003 |
came from the expedition, the next one above the explorer, but everyone in oz says ots from the ford navigator, and thats a lincoln isnt it, but essentially the same car |
| exclusive |
| crisis 25-5-2003 |
From what I have read about this motor, it consists of a block from a Explorer type SUV with the 4 valve heads from the Mustang. Whatever it is, it is certainly exclusive to the BA GT. |
| yep |
| mustangcobraR 22-5-2003 |
The 5.4L V8 used in the FPV GT is iron as u said, and from what i heard the ones they used in the new lightning and GT is also iron, but supercharged. I know the lightning engine is the 5.4L 'triton' engine with 3 valves per cylinder. The triton engine is suppose to be the new V8 for passenger cars, though, in the lightning and ford GT it is supercharged, thats why it creates 500hp. The 'boss' engine in the FPV GT is actually a new engine but is based on the 'triton' block, with a few changes including 4 valves per cylinder and cobra heads. Its not literally a cobra R engine, but a new one only made in australia for the FPV GT. |
| BOSS 290 vs SVTCOBRA R |
| FPV_GTHO 6-5-2003 |
im sure everyone knows now that this engine was built pretty much to the specification of the 5,4 int he cobra r, but have a look at the difference in plenum size. the plenum in the cobra r looks far narrower and about the same length as the plenum ontop of the BOSS, and rather than the intake being on the side, its on the front. btw, does anyone know what the 5.4 engine block used in the ford gt and svt lightning is made out of? the block in this is iron and i heard somewhere the 500hp engine is all aluminium alloy and i wasnt aware they (ford) had two 5.4 blocks available |
| High ReVs |
| _MavericK_ 6-5-2003 |
I test drove the FPV GT BA, ( I WAS GONNA Buy IT), when i touched the high REvs( 6000+ Rpm) it tends to give you a bit of a shock. It fells like its going out of control. But dont get me wrong FPV GT is a greate car. I wonder why is That ? |
| 6 speed |
| crisis 28-4-2003 |
I dont understand the problem with the Holden six speed. I recently completed a 1500k interstate trip and averaged 10.5 lt 100k in a 350 V8. Cruising at 110kmh it is barely idling. Around town I use 4th an sometimes 5th. It is then like driving a 5 speed. Just because you have six gears does not oblige you to use them all the time. I have always driven manuals by selecting the appropriate gear for the conditions. Am I missing something? The issue with Fords weight is interesting. In a recent magazine article the SS was faster in straight line and through corners than the GT despite the GTs higher output and torque. A drop in weight by 50 - 100kg will definitely see the Falcon ahead in speed, handling and braking. Where do the shed it from? |
| yes but........ |
| mustangcobraR 26-4-2003 |
Yes, but that extra 88% of rigidy is used for safety purposes. Thats what made the falcon (AU, dont know about BA) the safest australian sedan on the market. |
| again on ba2 |
| FPV_GTHO 25-4-2003 |
plus it will essentially be onyl a 34 life update which will only if its lucky get $100mil spent on it. with the fords always being heavier than holdens, the fords always seem to have more torque to keep them moving just as fast if not faster. i think they could easily sacrafice some of that 88% extra structural rigidy over the AU to shed some weight. i heard somewhere that they reinforced the chassis to cope with an AWD drivetrain (not the territory obviously) |
| I hope ur right |
| mustangcobraR 24-4-2003 |
Actually FPV_GTHO, The BA 2, from what critics said, will only shed off about 50-60kg, when ford changes the whole frame of the car and use lighter materials, yet this alone is very expensive to do, especially with the type of material ford is going to change it to, which i forgot. But be realistic, 100kg is too much. Ford cars has always been heavier than holdens, which i dislike about them. If they do manage 100kg, then well done to ford, but i doubt it. |
| cant wait till BA 2 |
| FPV_GTHO 23-4-2003 |
this cars gunna fly with 100kg pulled out of it and the 6 speed auto. hopefully ford doesnt shove in 2 overdrives like holdens 6 spd, especially with the 6th being 0.5:1. the current 5 spd is already overgeared with 5th gear doing 250km/h at about 4900rpm, and redline at 6000rpm. |
| personal preference & reliability |
| Kick Holdens 3-4-2003 |
ok, outwadly it boils down to personal preference which one you would choose. But I, for good reason, doubt the reliability of the HSVs. With the PCOTY test, for example, the SV8 and the GTS felt ready to fall apart when they'd done what they had to do, and no one wanted to drive them anymore. They were STUFFED. Motormag contrasted it to the XR6 turbo, which apparently felt like it wanted to do it all over again. So I definitely bias my preference towards Ford. What's more, on that same test, the GTS rooted another one of those power steering pumps, same problem as the previous series last year! So reliability definitely goes Ford's way. Performance wise the Holden is slightly quicker around the track, but I'd prefer a car that's nearly as quick and definitely more reliable. Wouldn't you? |
| Ford Sizzle or Fizzle? |
| GreatV8's 29-3-2003 |
Lots of waiting for both the XR8 and GT. All the comments and specs looked good.I had tested the HSV's and liked the R8 and also the Senator Signature with oerforn=manec suspension. Sat in the XR8 then drove it. Reasonable but no seat of the pants grunt. Also very poor finish and sharp edges around door edges. Seats not comfortable and you sit on them not in them. Next the GT. Better finish and excellent value for money. Great brakes, especially the Brembos but still lacked the real grunt. Seats still not comfortable especially on windy roads.Got to read a few comparos which showed both Fords to be slower than ther Holden counterparts. Back to HSV. The Senator Signature won because it feels more complete and drives as hard as you want or as docile as you want. The real decider was the wheel combo. Bottom line isn't a Holden vs Ford debate but rather how lucky are we in Oz to hace such great cars with real room that go, stop and handle and will cop a caning on our rough roads. Either car is a winner. Boils down to personal preference. |
| Reply to crisis |
| mustangcobraR 21-3-2003 |
Actually crisis, they (ford) said they managed 300 kw, but then it didnt have the torque that ford thought was required, so they lowered the power to 290kw, and upped the torque to 520nm (they said 290 was their original target anyways). If they were to bring the GTHO back, most liekly a supercharger kit would be put on. And dont worry abt power outputs, ford afterall are thinkin of ways of making the falcon lighter. Imagine that, even though the GT's current state is heavier than a GTS300 its only about half a seconds slower. Just think how much faster it will be when it losses weight! Personally 290kw is enough, but whats the point of Kw's if ur not gonna use it alot? yes holden might have 300kw's but then again u dont use kilowatts unless ur travelling like over 160kmh. Torque is what u need, torque for 0-100 and quarter mile times |
| 375kw |
| crisis 19-3-2003 |
Sorry Burwood. A recent article in Motor magazine here in Oz had Ford stated that the 290kw motor was at the peak of efficiency. What they mean is they cannot wring much more out of it. This is Ford speaking. They are looking at another different motor to provide the extra kw although you would think 290kw is enough. Then again what is enough. |
| Aftermarket Add ons|: A joke |
| Burwood 13-3-2003 |
I've seen the same comment about after market modifications being a cheap alternative to buying the real thing. Think again. The minute you start tinkering with a car you'll depreciate it's value by a huge amount. Notwithstanding exhaust and minor mod's adding 100bhp via SC etc will lower the value by 10k+ Further, here in the UK everyone bangs on about how TVR can make a cheap car that is faster than a Ferrari. Well TVR are so unreliable (I have one)and at 170mph things fall off them(like bonnets) so it is hardly a valid contender. You can buy GTS 300 in London and they recently compared one with an M5. Here they are priced the same and the journo claimed they were comparable. Again, no way. one is a precision piece of machinery(M5) and the other a relatively crude sledge hammer with plastic switch gear and average build quality. Chalk and Cheese No mistaking it that the GT falcon is excellent value. If you want more power still, wait for the GTHO which may have 375KW. |
| leave the holdens alone |
| s13_drifter 12-3-2003 |
remember, hsv have reigned supreme in this segment ummmmmmm since they've been around. and their top model is still quicker.also, about the bargain price? if you were that serious on $ over performance, have you heard of aftermarket options? ie bolt on superchargers, computers etc. hook us a standard gen 3 v8 manual commy, upgraded computer 3 inch exhaust cold air intake with change for decebt wheels and springs and see me fly by |
| wow |
| blown away 5-3-2003 |
hi guys, the ford dealer in melb where i have ordered my gt have got a gt, its the fisrt time i have heard the engine its awsome burble,carnt drive if till next week. if there is anyone out there who has ordered one of these beasts do worry to much, the car is a monster.. its sounds good. holden have a huge problem in there camps there going to loose a lot of fans thanks to the gt, it is the king of the highways.. mad max would be proud!!!! |
| burwood |
| mustangcobraR 5-3-2003 |
hey burwood, for all i know the auto on the XR6T is faster than the manual. The auto for both GT and XR8 wont be out for a few months, but my guess is that it 'might' be faster than the manual. The reason why i'm not sure is cus they use a different gearbox in the GT than in the XR's, it 'might' be quicker than the auto but i wouldnt say by much. I'd also say that u could fry the tires with the auto cus it has the 'tiptronic' or 'sports' mode (however u wanna call it), allowing u to drive the car like a manual without a clutch. |
| Anyone know Auto Performance Specs |
| Burwood 4-3-2003 |
Can anyone provide realistic performance figures for the auto GT? I'm guessing they could easily be as good as the manual. I live in the UK so we don't get cars like this here although you can buy the HSV for about �50K. One last question which may sound moronic. Does this car truly have enough power/torque in auto guise to fry the tyres(traction control OFF). I'd expect the auto to be a bit stodgy and old manish |
| all is well |
| blown away 28-2-2003 |
i went to the melb car show last nite talked to the guys at fpv having ordered a gt in black myself there were a few questions i asked. the spare tyre is made for the front only because the rear rims and tyes are slightly bigger, one can use the spare for a while at the rear. also regarding fuel, prem fuel is required but if you have to use the less octane its ok regarding one does not over do it. when starting the car the traction control kicks in, how ever there is a switch located on the dash just below the radio that you can turn off the traction control. in testing the gt standing start you get wheel spin in 1st and also 2nd gear it is very respondsive. to get an extra 10kilowatts of power tip to toe exhaust change can be done.(off the record) the auto transmission will more argresive than the manual becasue of the fine tuning that had to done with the auto.(the auto will rock!!!) in my concluded thoughts and talking to the techos for quite some time im am very happy and i carnt wait to get mine. |
| First reviews are out |
| XWGT 26-2-2003 |
The first reviews are out, and they're all positive. All looks good for the GT. In reply to an earlier comment, I'm not sure why people dont understand this, but the GT does not compete against the HSV GTS300, it competes against the HSV Clubsport (which the reviews say it kicks easily) Dont believe me? Try the $33k price difference between the GT and the GTS300, and you quickly see how much room FPV has to play with here. The competitor to the HSV GTS will be the GT HO, which will be built, and by all indications, including the use of the Terminator head gaskets on the GT, will be supercharged. Also of interest, that performance times are all measured with 2 occupants, and 1/2 a tank of fuel, so a sub 14 1/4mile with driver alone is more than possible. All in all, it looks good Cheers |
| GO FORDS |
| mustangcobraR 21-2-2003 |
Hey the GT launches this week, and the facts are out, well this is what it said in the newspaper. The Falcon GT has a limited top speed of 250kmh, where the VY HSV GTS has a top speed of 271kmh. The GT has a claimed 0-100kmh time of 5.5 seconds, where the GTS has a claimed 5.1 seconds. And for the 400m sprint, the GT is claimed to pull it off in 13.5 seconds where the GTS is claimed to do it in 13.3 seconds. So tell me people, which one would you buy? A GT which costs $59 850 for the manual, or a GTS which costs $93 500. Big price difference huh? even though the performance figures arent so different. GO FORDS!, excellent job here, though i dont like the weight, i reckon that it would have gone faster if it wasnt for the weight. 1827kg is way to much for a performance car. but i aint complainin to much, ford has got it right with the pricing and after all, with the GT, its all about getting excellent performance for your money, and not gettin ripped off by HSV. EXCELLENT! |
| good news |
| mustangcobraR 31-1-2003 |
The base falcon GT costs $59 850 (aus), thats only about a thousand more than a 260kw clubsport. sucked in holden, ford is back!, i only hope its lighter than the xr8, cus this tester said that when turning in an xr8, u can feel its weight, and that it cant turn as fast. FORD IS BACK! |
| blown away |
| blown away 27-1-2003 |
hi guys well ive done it ive just purchased a gt last week, im getting the black paint work with the dargest window tint,and sun roof. i carnt wait to get it in early april (auto). ss boys watch out around melbourne town, im coming after you!!!! be afraid very afraid fpv will blow you away!!! |
| True story |
| XWGT 21-1-2003 |
When ordering a new FPV GT last month, the buyer was asked, will that be the Sedan, Pursuit Ute, or COUPE? Looks like 2004 is going to hold some surprises as well. Give me give me! |
| engine for ho |
| FPV_GTHO 13-1-2003 |
if fpv are to resurect the gtho, they wont stick a turbo on it. itll be either atmo or low pressure supercharged. ford originally wanted to supercharge the xr6t, but their budget for the new 6 would have been blown to engineer a new timing chain cover. they are worried about the public reaction for a 21st century gtho and turbocharging wont help them succeed in convincing the public on such a classic icon |
| Don't cry for me HSV |
| XR6TK1W1 13-1-2003 |
Wow Wow Wow!! GT at a real world price, then to come a GT-P, and possibly a GTHO. Hell Ford while your at it bring back the shaker concept!! To the Boys at FPV I hope this branch out lasts Tickford and the FTE idea. Yes I know they are almost the one and the same. This car rocks! Even Holden fans like it, makes me think the sun is shining on Fords side of the camp for a change. Now I'm just awaiting Bathurst. To John Bowe and the rest at FPV, game on fellas keep up the good work. |
| BA GT HO |
| XWGT 12-1-2003 |
Its got the goods, and its only just started. And for all those Americans pinning for a taste of this car, you will get your chance. The 5.4 litre engine is actually destined to be sent back to the US to power the new generation of Mustangs. The heads on this engine are actually the heads for the 4.6litre engine, sourced from Ford US, in prototype form. FPV have re-engineered them, and most of the motor, and therefore have done the developement that Ford US would have done. Finally the world will get a taste of some of Ford Australias tweaking prowess. And yep, the HO will be revived in 2004. Something tells me FPV's joint ownership with Prodrive will see some new technological angles used to extract horsepower. If you can get 250kw (badged as 240) from a turbo six at only 6psi, I wonder what you can get from a turbo eight? We may well find out soon Cheers |
| the gt |
| archie 10-1-2003 |
what can i say i'm blown away with the gt i live in a house with holden fans and it is hard with them talking about there clubie's and there gts but i just waited for the ba's the xr6 turbo and the xr8 and of course the gt and now its my turn thanks to the ford team |
| Congratulations to Ford Australia |
| Darth Sidious 6-1-2003 |
This is a superb vehicle. Being a dedicated Ford supporter, I have been slightly disappointed with Ford's performance vehicles these past couple of years. Although Ford won't openly admit it, the Au series 2 XR6 and XR8 were not the best performance cars. The AU XR8 revealed a minimal 220kw of power, compared to the new BA XR8's 260Kw! HSV have had little competition these past couple of years. But fortunately the tides have turned unexpectedly. Ford or FPV I should say, have resurrected the GT! 290Kw of pure adrenalin pumping V8 Power. Although statistical information is not yet available, the GT is more than likely to reach 0-100km/h in 5.7sec or better. Making it stand tall against HSV's Clubsport and even the hard hitting GTS. One look at the FPV GT tells you that this car means business. The hump on the bonnet, distinctive on all GT models, shouts out power and speed. The price FPV is set to put on this magnificent car is $65 000. Making it slightly cheaper than the HSV Clubsport R8. This would be RRP. Overall I am very proud of the FPV GT and am looking forward to its complete birth late February of this year. May the GT strike a hard blow on the chin of that cocky lion! |
| ford's evolution 7????? |
| motorhead 2-1-2003 |
Take a look at the back of the car guys and you will think of something instantly, the mitibishi evolution 7. The back especially the tail lights really look like an evolution 7. It looks as if ford has taken the back of the evo 7 copy it and just paste it on the back of this car the only difference is the lower back bumper and the spoiler. Does ford think people are blind or something. Overall the car looks good though!!! |
| maybe more to come |
| FPV_GTHO 2-1-2003 |
i would like to say firstly that this car rocks. did anyone know that the car shown in these pictures and the one displayed at the sydney motorshow was only a concept? ford engineers have since redesigned the bonnet bulge so it is a bit longer and flowing. b4 the car was confirmed, and people were asking about the rumours about the birth of the gt, ford denied claims of the power ouptu being as high as 375kw(500hp)! with german sports cars like the new amg e55 and the upcoming v10 m5, ford may release a 375kw gtho to go against the germans that may sit at a price similar to the one asked by the 300kw hsv gts! |
| luv this car |
| ba-rocks 30-12-2002 |
This car has it all: the looks, the power and the style. Ford have really out done themselves. Great job boys!!!!!!!1 |
| Go Ford |
| mustangcobraR 6-12-2002 |
After years of seeing holden take the crown of the best selling car, finally ford has something to show. I'm not saying that i really hate holden, its just that i tend to like ford better. i hope that when this car is launched, ford doesnt stuff it up, like making it really heavy or making it too expensive (after all, the rumoured $75,000 price is just a rumour, ford might make it higher). |
| FORD = GAME ON |
| HSV ETR 2-12-2002 |
firstly i must say this beast and a half is surely the best sports sedan i have ever seen. Look out HSV, ford performance vehicles have you in their sites. This match between HSV and FPV will be one heck of a show you wouldnt wanna miss as for the monaro that car is off the list. The GT-P is going to be the star attraction in early 2003 why couse it will have an even better specification ratio than the GT itself. The BA SUPERCAR has 480kw 620hp and 623nm of torque watta beast so holden watch out your entering a car war built for the extreme. KEEP IT UP FORD |
| Wow! |
| ZuperVille 30-11-2002 |
Man, this car is nice! If I only had the money, I'd buy one immediately! I first saw this car in my collection of car pictures, even though it was the old model, I loved it! So I decided to visit www.ultimatecarpage.com and look for it. But what I found was even better, the NEW model! It's concept is kind of like Subaru Impreza. But even extremer, even more comfortable, and even faster! For short: I LOVE this car! |
| No Wonder they call it Seagull... |
| IBrake4Rainbows 5-11-2002 |
Because it s##ts on everything Holden has done recently! Ford, my hat goes off to you, and to think you can give the average guy a 300KW engine for HSV Clubsport money! love ur work, FPV, now keep it up! BTW, hate the colour though :( |
| NICE!! |
| Stylish_Supra 4-11-2002 |
I love Ford's new Falcon GT, it's stylish, sexy, attractive and the interior looks extremely comfortable. Ford have come a long way to ressurect a legend that is such a fantastic car. Being a HUGE Ford fan I'd like to congratulate Ford and their terrific effort in bringing back a muscle car which is sure superior compared to others. |
| Finally... |
| Hell_unleashed 4-11-2002 |
This is a pretty fine car by Ford. Thank God they finally decided to make something decent. Apart from the Mustang and the Thunderbird... all the rest of their cars were crap. It looks like this car is made to compete with the Chevrolet Lumina SS. This can be related to Holden's cars very closely... no wonder it is made in Australia. Seems like the Lumina SS does have competition, finally. |
| Return of a Lengend |
| phases 4-11-2002 |
This return of the Falcon GT will definetly become a hit in Australia. HSV/Holden fear the greatest. Not only is it to compete w/ Holden but also give the M5 a run for its money. |
| Love it |
| Peter 4-11-2002 |
Now this has to be the best car to come out of ford's factory ever. 300+kw for price of a clubsport. i noe which one id chose. love this car |
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