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The partnership, tickford vehicle engineering, saw the introduction of the ford falcon sxr6. The fpv gt rspec is a range of enhanced fpv vehicles characterised by an upgraded. Heres hoping the mustang rspec blows us away when we drive it in early 2020. Ford falcon fpv bf f6 typhoon r spec force 6 sedan rear bar insert air deflector.
Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. James stanford finds out if it lives up to expectations. Of ford gt ford performance vehicles has unveiled a. Scott newman whichcar this is how a standard mustang gt becomes an rspec the ford mustang rspec program created many hurdles. Having undergone a factory testing and validation regime at ford australia s you yangs proving ground, it carries a fiveyearunlimitedkilometre warranty and the regular blue oval aftercare package. Ford performance vehicles gt boss 335 gt rspec cars for.
If you are looking for exceptional value and a great deal on a new ford or used car, visit us today. Its production was resumed by a joint venture in 1992 and 1997 with tickford, and between 2003 and 2014 with prodrive, the latter being marketed as the fpv gt. The exterior of the falcon gt rspec limited edition series was inspired by the legendary 1969 boss mustang, complete with the iconic stripe package and paint treatment. Home explore ford mustang rspec download a brochure book a test drive. Check out an online version of the ford performance catalog.
The supercharged v8 in ford performance vehicles flagship gt will finally be matched with wheels and suspension capable of putting its awesome power to the road. The ford falcon gt is an automobile produced by ford australia from 1967 to 1976 as the performance version of its falcon model range. Ii gt r spec and pursuit limited edition august 2012 author. From the moment you walk into our showroom, you will know our commitment to customer service is the best. Alright ladies and gentleman with the latest news there is going to be a final chapter to fords being built in australia take time to read this,the gtf will be based on the limited edition r spec version of the falcon gt released 18 months ago, just before ford performance vehicles closed its doors and ford australia took over the skeleton of the operation, namely the engine building team. Get the best deal for exterior parts for fpv falcon from the largest online selection at. Ford performance vehicles cars for sale in australia. One was making the engine package work, one was getting the vehicle complied, the other was simply how to build it. The gss coyote miami supercharged v8 engine is only available on some 2011 fpv gsgt models, as well as 2012 and newer models the older ford v8s are a naturally aspirated 5. Ford s lowest spec model in the fpv range boasts 315kw with the choice of the german zf sixspeed automatic or the tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual.
The fpv f6 is an automobile that was produced in australia by ford performance vehicles from 2004 until 2014. Used fg ford fpv series parts for sale ford pro wreckers. The biggest upgrade comprised new suspension dampers supplied by delphi, which provided better steering feel, turnin and response without compromising general road comfort. Edition everest focus rs limited mustang mustang rspec. To make things worse, ford has just introduced the falconbased 2015 fpv gt f, a 5. The highest tier ford falcon developed by ford performance vehicles, which is aussie ford s performance division. Subscribe now for free to receive the latest updates from falcongthophase4 automatically. Just like the fpv f6 typhoon version that debuted in 2007, and the fpv boss 335 gt that continued the legacy in 2012. The company produced a range of ford based models from 2002 to 2014 under the fpv marque name. Ford australia codeveloped the mustang rspec with herrod performance, the largest distributor of ford performance parts outside north america.
Chadstone ford also stocks a wide range of tyres to suit all types of vehicles, not just ford. White, red and blue all with black detailing will also be available. Introducing the special edition ford mustang rspec the most potent, performancefocused mustang ever available from your local ford dealer, created in collaboration with herrod performance. Explore 3 listings for fpv gt black edition for sale at best prices. Weve tested the hsv gts and fpv gt rspec separately, and given. Ii gt r spec and pursuit limited edition august 2012 keywords. Ii gt r spec and pursuit limited edition brochure created date. At the risk of prompting a torrent of hate mail from loyal gtowning ford fans, the truth is that, despite the r specs upgrades, an equivalent hsv or even a regular commodore ssv redline remains a more enjoyable car to drive hard. Ford performance vehicles was the melbournebased, premium performance arm of automobile manufacturer ford australia. Our team of friendly ford experts are passionate about providing the local newstead community with the very best range of new ford, demo ford and used ford vehicles. New ford mustang rspec for sale in sydney city ford rockdale. The ford performance vehicles gtf is the final falcon to wear the famed gt badge. Redbooks used car price search lets you check the value of a new car before you buy or sell. Its a single colour option of sillhouette read very black with.
Western ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in the area. The fpv gt rspec is a range of enhanced fpv vehicles characterised by an upgraded handling package fitted to the base model gt, rangetopping gtp and turbocharged f6 typhoon models. Best quality fg fpv series body parts, accessories, engine parts for sale in australia. Ford mustang rspec supercharged v8 sports car ford. This article was originally published in the march 1997 issue of motor. Discover ford motor company new zealands latest lineup of vehicles. Fords australian outpost has built its most powerful car ever. Reliable ford dealership in deer park western ford. At car models of braidwood, we are a family run business that are proud to be one of the leading diecast model car retailers in australia. Our friendly staff are standing by to show you our new ford car range including the mustang, escape, focus and ranger. Fords lowestspec model in the fpv range boasts 315kw with the choice of the german zf sixspeed automatic or the tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual. Explore the range and find a vehicle to suit your lifestyle.
Ford australias first supercharged v8 and its most powerful road car ever some impressive points right off the bat for the fpv gt e and gt. Ford mustang rspec supercharged v8 sports car ford australia. Twist the ignition key, punch the glowing red circle high on the drivers left side of the instrument panel and the big boss 290 motor fires into life, then settles to a slightly uneven idle that gently shakes the ba falcons solid frame. Fpv released the track focused version of the rspec in 2012, using the current. Based on manufacturers suggested retail price msrp. What theyve added is wider rear tyres 27535 zr19s on 9.
Ford s australian outpost has built its most powerful car ever. Ford fpv for sale in perth region, wa gumtree cars. Fpv releases gt rspec ford performance vehicles fpv today launched its most hardcore gt yet, the new gt rspec limited edition series. See your ford or lincoln dealer for complete details and qualifications. Australians get tracktuned fpv falcon gt 40th anniversary model. During the babf series, the r spec badge was used on the f6, gt 40th anniversary and cobra models. This would then create an incredible mishmash of information, likely to be contradictory. In turn, this led to fpv modifying r spec for its turbocharged 4. It is a boosted, australianbuilt, limitededition r spec. We stock all brands that are available in australia, including biante, classic carlectables, auto art, minichamps, apex replicas, ingnition model and kyosho in. Heading into 2015, ford is releasing a new performance version of the falcon, dubbed the fpv gt f. View detailed pictures that accompany our ford fpv gt rspec article with closeup photos of exterior and interior features. Visually, the f6 typhoon rspec could be identified by its dark argent gunmetal accents on the wheels and rear spoiler.
In 2007 300 limited edition r spec versions of the bf mkii f6 typhoon were made available. Fpv also introduced the luxury focused force 6 during the mkii update. Compared to the standard gt, the rspec edition was fitted with nineinch wide rear wheels with 27535 dunlop sports maxx tyres, a launch control function for both automatic and manual transmissions and stiffer engine and transmission mounts for reduced driveline vibration. The ultimate falcon gt and the last to come out of ford performance vehicles which was recently brought back into the fold. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members, respond to polls, upload content and access many other special. More than 300 master construction specifications in masterformat 2004 mf04 are maintained for va construction projects in dual englishmetric units. Ford performance vehicles and ford falcon gt r spec is a range of enhanced fpv products, consisisting of a handling package built on the base models of the gt and f6. Ford cars, suvs and commercial vehicles ford australia. But as it happens, the realworld isnt as clinical as a specification sheet.
All ford australia falcon bfseries xr sedan versions offered for the year 2006 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars photo of the moment. Fans this is our last post on the fpv facebook page, but we have opened a new era of global performance vehicles that you can follow on the ford australia and ford performance previously named ford racing facebook pages. Discover ford australias latest lineup of passenger cars, suvs and commercial vehicles. The fpv gt rspec is the car ford performance vehicles should have released when it introduced the supercharged miami v8 in mid 2010. Minor changes included new design alloy wheels and a change to graphite foglamp surrounds instead of bodycoloured. Fpv and boss powered falcons australian ford forums. Fpv gt rspec is fastest ever falcon car news carsguide. Service centre book a service at chadstone book a service at clayton our. Master construction specifications pg181 office of. The ford fight back starts at the touch of a button. Ford performance vehicles gt boss 335 gt rspec cars for sale.
Compared to the standard gt, the r spec edition was fitted with nineinch wide rear wheels with 27535 dunlop sports maxx tyres, a launch control function for both automatic and manual transmissions and stiffer engine and transmission mounts for reduced driveline. There, you will be able stay uptodate with all the news about our growing performance lineup, including the focus st, focus rs and mustang that will arrive in australia soon. The fpv gt r spec is a range of enhanced fpv vehicles characterised by an upgraded handling package fitted to the base model gt, rangetopping gtp and turbocharged f6 typhoon models. Apr 08, 2008 car buying mistakes how auto dealerships rip you off how to buy a vehicle from a car dealer duration. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and inserts advertising. Taking a similar approach to the bf ii gt r spec of 2007, the engine remains untouched while the chassis gets a comprehensive overhaul, aimed at making it sharper and more controllable on the limit. The idea behind the new r spec model, according to fpv general manager rod barrett, was the positive response to the gt 40th anniversary limited edition, which was the first fpv to feature the r spec handling package.
The ford performance vehicles gt r spec is fastest falcon to ever take flight. Aug, 2012 the exterior of the falcon gt rspec limited edition series was inspired by the legendary 1969 boss mustang, complete with the iconic stripe package and paint treatment. Mar 24, 2018 fords lowestspec model in the fpv range boasts 315kw with the choice of the german zf sixspeed automatic or the tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual. Here at metro ford, were proud to be your local ford dealer in newstead. Ford performance vehicles was the melbournebased, premium performance arm of. Fpv rspec gtf sport suspension, fpv gt 19 staggered alloy wheels. The roots of fpv can be traced back to 1991, when the english automotive engineering company tickford began a collaboration with ford australia to produce highperformance variants of the australian falcon range. Aug 08, 20 view detailed pictures that accompany our ford fpv gt r spec article with closeup photos of exterior and interior features. From now on, they come off the same assembly line as other. The bf generation of the gt r spec would be written about on ford bf falcon, ford falcon gt or fpv gt if falcon gt was to be forked into ford tickford fpv, fpv bf gt and fpv gt r spec. The fpv gt 40th anniversary commemorates 40 years of the falcon gt legend, which stretches back to 1967 with the original xr falcon gt. Ford performance vehicles has unveiled a new limited edition model at the melbourne international motor show today, celebrating the long history of the gt nameplate in australia. Weve got modular engines, 302 small blocks, 351 engines, and other race engines. The ford performance vehicles gt rspec is fastest falcon to ever take flight.
See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. But it is, because it was also the first fpv model to be fitted with the r spec suspension package, a development by fpv designed to allow the cars to be enjoyed on track days. We strive to make your experience at western ford a good one for the life of your vehicle. Even if you are following the strict rules and regulations for drones that have been put in place by the faa, you may not be following any existing laws. The only thing that has changed here, of course, is the vehicles country of origin and partner manufacturer. We turn the spotlight on the car worlds newest and brightest stars as we ask the questions to which you want the answers. Find out how it drives and what features set the ford fpv apart from its main rivals.
Ford performance vehicles was a joint venture between ford australia and british company prodrive, established in 2002 to create gofaster, fpv badged versions of the thennew ba falcon. Ford oz reprises rspec badge for 500kw mustang goauto. Fpv gt rspec boss 335 2012 falcongthophase4 youve been watching videos from the channel falcongthophase4. Ford australia obviously wrapped up its local manufacturing involvement in october 2016 and while herrod performances workshop is capable of.
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