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Aussie Ford Falcon prototypes spotted in U.S.

 
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Aussie Ford Falcon prototypes spotted in U.S.

Aussie Ford Falcon prototypes spotted in U.S.

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Ford has confirmed development of its future RWD program will be spearheaded by an American design team in Detroit and not by its Australian division as earlier suspected. That doesn’t mean the Aussies won’t have an influential role in the gestation of America’s future RWD fleet as evidenced by the pair of FG Ford Falcon prototypes spotted testing in the Detroit area.

The sighting of the Falcon test-mules in the U.S. backs recent reports that Ford's new RWD architecture will borrow technology from the new Australian sedan, which makes sense as the new platform will eventually spawn the next-generation Falcon as well as a new Mustang, reports The Car Connection. Other cars earmarked for the new RWD platform include several future Lincoln and Mercury models as well as a replacement for the aging Crown Vic.

Generations of the RWD Falcon sedan date back more than 20 years so like their Holden counterparts Ford’s Aussie engineers know a thing or two about creating big RWD saloons. Another reason why we may see more of an Australian influence in Ford future RWD program is because of Ford boss Alan Mulally’s love of the new Falcon, which he personally wants to drive back in America.

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Comments (12)

  1. By justin Posted: 4/1/2008 7:28pm PDT

    o great another ford just wat we need. Another car wit the world's cheapest interior and a engine with the same horsepower as porsches but these fords take 1 second slower to hit 60 with not much mass difference. Another ford where wanabes cant afford anythin better so they buy this junk car that get 12 mpg. the same mpg a lamborghini makes but the lambo makes double the hp. god bless america
     
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  2. By Don Posted: 4/1/2008 10:38pm PDT

    I think justin must have been poked one too many times in the head by his dad while still in his mommy's womb. There are so many reasons why your comment is idiotic but here are a few:

    First comparing a 30K car with a 100K car is ridiculous. The Ford has four doors and can comfortably sit 5 people. This car also gets much better 12mpg.

    I admit Ford may not have the best interior - but world's cheapest? Justin you don't have a clue what you're talking about.
     
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  3. By bambam Posted: 4/1/2008 11:32pm PDT

    Easy Don, he could still be a kid in this world or motors.
    but yeah your right and ford are great with their price for performance
    standards.
     
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  4. By Gus Posted: 4/1/2008 11:48pm PDT

    Justin, take it easy Osama...
     
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  5. By desig Posted: 4/2/2008 12:45am PDT

    This car looks like it could have been made in the 90's
     
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  6. By Matthew Posted: 4/2/2008 3:52am PDT

    lol u Americas don't no what ur talking about...This is a world class car....Take a look what ur missing.. http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=6y5as-gXGeY&feature=related http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=VWcQs5LH9E0&feature=related http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=K6s8vyUJpz0&feature=related
     
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  7. By Phil C Posted: 4/2/2008 3:55am PDT

    The Falcon is a terrific car. The latest model, the 9th generation FG Falcon has a tremendous interior and will in base form achieve 29mpg average (36mpg hwy), accelerate to 60mph in 7s. The higher spec models will break 13 dead for the quarter mile.

    So impressed by this car, new Ford chief has ordered one for himself to drive in the US, and says it's far better than the Lexus GS430 he used to have when he was with Boeing.

    This could be just the thing to fix Fords issues in the US. Their European product is class best.
     
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  8. By mark Posted: 4/2/2008 5:15am PDT

    Justin your a Fing moron without a clue.
     
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  9. By Sir Yappie Posted: 4/2/2008 8:34am PDT

    "This could be just the thing to fix Fords issues in the US. Their European product is class best."

    maybe i miss understood your comment but the Falcon is Australian and not European !

    The best RWD large sedans and sedna based coupes and utes are coming out of Australia.....and i hate the Commodore and Falcon
     
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  10. By Gus Posted: 4/2/2008 10:36am PDT

    I think you're both right. Both Ford's European partners and Australian partners have some of the best products out there. They should bring the American hits to those countries (Mustang, Taurus) and the best cars from those countries to the US (Focus, Mondeo, Falcon)...
     
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  11. By Sir Yappie Posted: 4/2/2008 6:36pm PDT

    I will take the Mustang thanks Gus...they are just too expensive here...AU$150,000 for a base V8 version upto AU$500,000 for the Shelby halo version....but the Taurus you can keep...the Falcon and Mondeo are much better !
     
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  12. By sudheer Posted: 6/25/2008 5:20pm PDT

    Whats wrong with the styling guys, its looks great, atleast not bad. I am 27, married and hardcore fan of Ford but I am an average Joe like any other where I cant afford a second car say like 2 door coupe v8 stick RWD. But neither new Taurus nor Fusion impressed me and I need a car which is allrounder. I think this car best suits my needs. Styling, RWD, Auto or Stick, Sedan, V8 with 420hp ref: www.fpv.com.au
     
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