Welcome to the Australian Ford Forums forum.

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and inserts advertising. 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 features without post based advertising banners. Registration is simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us.

Please Note: All new registrations go through a manual approval queue to keep spammers out. This is checked twice each day so there will be a delay before your registration is activated.

Go Back   Australian Ford Forums > General Topics > The Pub

The Pub For General Automotive Related Talk

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 18-10-2012, 10:52 PM   #61
Joe5619
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Posts: 2,654
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

If you hang around & post enough, you start to learn which user names know what they are talking about, which one just love Ford & like to comment & which ones are better off posting at LS1!!
Joe5619 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
This user likes this post:
Old 18-10-2012, 10:52 PM   #62
Elements
Regular Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2005
Posts: 47
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by 05_ENFORCER
I think if he did know what he was talking about he would express himself here and now.

Enlighten me on the "club" via PM

I take it your last comment was not directed at me?


.
Maybe he wants to stay in FoA's good books?
Elements is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 18-10-2012, 10:57 PM   #63
FGX-351
Supercharged Mang-mobile
 
FGX-351's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Behind the wheel
Posts: 1,800
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

This is all so exciting!
The headlights on that thing look set to be awesome.
First GT R-spec now this, they're bringing some excitement back to the ford community thats for sure!
__________________
09/00 VX HSV XU6 Build #0001 of 0171
http://fordforums.com.au/showthread....09#post5571209
-- Best E/T: |14.982 @92.12mph | R/T:0.013 | 60' 2.213| 330: 6.283 | 1/8: 9.624 @ 73.17mph | 1000: 12.529 | 25Deg, N/A Hum, 1010mb | Willowbank Raceway 7/12/16

Tickford EL Falcon XR6 RIP
-- Factory Manual
-- Best E/T: |14.991 @ 92.71mph | R/T: 0.607 | 60': 2.215 | 660': 9.665 |13Deg, 86%H, 1024mb, 184RA @ Willowbank Raceway
FGX-351 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 18-10-2012, 11:01 PM   #64
05_ENFORCER
 
05_ENFORCER's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Perth, Western Australia
Posts: 4,513
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by Joe5619
If you hang around & post enough, you start to learn which user names know what they are talking about, which one just love Ford & like to comment & which ones are better off posting at LS1!!

I have been here a while and I have heard a fair bit of ******** from FOA employees including pseudo managers, designers, production line employees and recently sacked employees on this (and other) forums.

It's all ******** unless the person in question is prepared to bare it all here and now, with no sour grapes.

We all know how marketing works, how powerful it is and why this forum is here.

Please PM me if I am on another tangent, but I doubt it.


.
__________________
2015 FGX XR8 5.0 S/C 645 RWKW
05_ENFORCER is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 18-10-2012, 11:05 PM   #65
FGX-351
Supercharged Mang-mobile
 
FGX-351's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Behind the wheel
Posts: 1,800
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by 05_ENFORCER

It's all ******** unless the person in question is prepared to bare it all here and now, with no sour grapes.


Please PM me if I am on another tangent, but I doubt it.


.
From an enthusiasts point of view that would be like Christmas but it doesn't work like that.

There's way to much on the line.
__________________
09/00 VX HSV XU6 Build #0001 of 0171
http://fordforums.com.au/showthread....09#post5571209
-- Best E/T: |14.982 @92.12mph | R/T:0.013 | 60' 2.213| 330: 6.283 | 1/8: 9.624 @ 73.17mph | 1000: 12.529 | 25Deg, N/A Hum, 1010mb | Willowbank Raceway 7/12/16

Tickford EL Falcon XR6 RIP
-- Factory Manual
-- Best E/T: |14.991 @ 92.71mph | R/T: 0.607 | 60': 2.215 | 660': 9.665 |13Deg, 86%H, 1024mb, 184RA @ Willowbank Raceway
FGX-351 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:04 AM   #66
jpd80
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
jpd80's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 11,169
Valued Contributor: For members whose non technical contributions are worthy of recognition. - Issue reason: Thoughtful contributions to our community 
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

One of the Americans picked up on the screen shot at the motor show


jpd80 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:22 AM   #67
Road_Warrior
Pity the fool
 
Road_Warrior's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Wait Awhile
Posts: 9,000
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by jpd80
One of the Americans picked up on the screen shot at the motor show


image
But if it came out in 2014 looking like the current Mustang, the styling would be outdated?
__________________
Fords I own or have owned:

1970 XW Falcon GT replica | 1970 XW Falcon | 1971 XY Fairmont | 1973 ZG Fairlane | 1986 XF Falcon panel van | 1987 XFII Falcon S-Pack | 1988 XF Falcon GLS ute | 1993 EBII Fairmont V8 | 1996 XG Falcon ute | 2000 AU Falcon wagon | 2004 BA Falcon XT | 2012 SZ Territory Titanium AWD

Proud to buy Australian and support Ford Australia through thick and thin
Road_Warrior is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:26 AM   #68
JPFS1
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
JPFS1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 2,507
Valued Contributor: For members whose non technical contributions are worthy of recognition. - Issue reason: Thoughtful contributions to our community. 
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

It looks nothing like the current mustang!
JPFS1 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:29 AM   #69
99AUXR
Brad
 
99AUXR's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: New Zealand
Posts: 5,839
Tech Writer: Recognition for the technical writers of AFF - Issue reason: Installing starter motor advice on ba / bf 6cyc Falcon. 
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by 05_ENFORCER
Full of ****


No credible answer


Anyone else?


.
No, Its about things these group of members have mentioned in the past and have been correct with.
99AUXR is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:38 AM   #70
Buntz
Straight Eight
 
Buntz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Western Australia
Posts: 2,050
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by JPFS1
It looks nothing like the current mustang!
Are you referring to the actual thing... or the teaser from the motor show?
__________________
The Falcon is dead. Long live the Mighty Falcon.
Buntz is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 08:49 AM   #71
turbodewd
FG Falcon fan
 
turbodewd's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Canberra, ACT
Posts: 918
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

In 2013 Mad Max - Fury Road will be released, could there be a cross-promo thingo here?! Could the car(s) used in the film resemble the new Falcon???

Transformers featured the new camaro....
turbodewd is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
This user likes this post:
Old 19-10-2012, 09:17 AM   #72
Trump
bitch lasagne
 
Trump's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Sonova Beach
Posts: 15,137
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

This cryptic posting by those supposed to be in the know is irritating. If you have something to say about the new car, say it. Otherwise, keep your traps shut and don't say anything at all.

Last edited by flappist; 19-10-2012 at 03:19 PM.
Trump is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 09:29 AM   #73
davez104
Landau = GT with the lot!
 
davez104's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Moranbah, Central Qld
Posts: 799
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Never happy. There are people in the know who try to give away as much as they can without putting their jobs on the line and people whinge that they won't tell all. Good on you guys for giving us hope and a glimpse of what could be in the pipeline. Be buggered if I'd put my livelihood on the line for a bunch of ******* in an internet forum either. Keep up the good work.

Dave.
davez104 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 10:27 AM   #74
vztrt
IWCMOGTVM Club Supporter
 
vztrt's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Northern Suburbs Melbourne
Posts: 17,816
Valued Contributor: For members whose non technical contributions are worthy of recognition. - Issue reason: vztrt is one of the most consistent and respected contributors to AFF, I have found his contributions are most useful to discussion as well as answering members queries. 
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by Loud_Noises
This cryptic bullsh.ttery by those supposed to be in the know is irritating. If you have something to say about the new car, say it. Otherwise, keep your traps shut and don't say anything at all.

The ppl in the know help steer people so they have knowledge as opposed to the rubbish spouted by the 'experts' who have no idea but need to put in their 2c as somehow they have psychic powers to know what will happen.
__________________
Daniel
vztrt is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 10:48 AM   #75
The Snout
Regular Member
 
The Snout's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 259
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by R-Design
I've seen better UFO footage than that.
Some more shots of the Falcon

The Snout is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
This user likes this post:
Old 19-10-2012, 11:45 AM   #76
Brazen
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Brazen's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 3,885
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Is anyone able to post a screen shot of the video showing the Falcon?

If it is a new top hat, it will have years left in it - funny that Ford does this the day after Holden locks in their new production models which may not include Commodore, perhaps Ford has been very strategic waiting for Holden to show their hand.
Brazen is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 11:57 AM   #77
Dr Smith
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Melb.
Posts: 4,377
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by Brazen
Is anyone able to post a screen shot of the video showing the Falcon?

If it is a new top hat, it will have years left in it - funny that Ford does this the day after Holden locks in their new production models which may not include Commodore, perhaps Ford has been very strategic waiting for Holden to show their hand.
Only found this at Carpoint, the photo takes for ever to load.
http://www.carpoint.com.au/news/2012...n-teased-33119
Dr Smith is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 11:59 AM   #78
Gobes32
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Gobes32's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,024
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Interesting that Ford were able to save 100 redundancies by moving personnel into product development...........
__________________
Quote:
Originally Posted by jpd80
A G8E would be good if Ford marketed squarely at Calais V8 owners. They need to bring back the walking fingers like in the initial FG ads, but this time have the fingers crushing Calais' as they walk along, with some relaxing background Led Zeppelin music and Marcos Ambrose in stubbies and singlet driving it.
Gobes32 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:02 PM   #79
Brazen
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Brazen's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 3,885
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr Smith
Only found this at Carpoint, the photo takes for ever to load.
http://www.carpoint.com.au/news/2012...n-teased-33119

Thanks, interesting article too.

It does look a bit Mustangish, and it appears that the mirrors are mounted on the upper tumblehome of the doors rather than on the A pillar.
Brazen is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:17 PM   #80
FPV GTHO
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 7,336
Technical Contributor: For members who share their technical expertise. - Issue reason: Sharing his knowledge of performance exhaust setups for the NA 6 cyc Barra Falcon from BA to FG. 
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

New top hat to me would mean new doors and roof, if its still limited to front/back IMO its more likely an MCE ala ED/EF and AU3/BA. VF Commodore would be the same.
FPV GTHO is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 12:18 PM   #81
rst2000
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Riddells Creek
Posts: 1,382
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

quote from carpoint

"However, clearly evident in the video are a new bonnet, headlights, front quarter guards, bumper and grille, supporting news from motoring.com.au sources that the FG Falcon’s midlife makeover will bring all-new front- and rear-end styling, plus a redesigned interior - like next year's face lifted VF Commodore."



do i need to be in a "inverted position with a 60 degree viewing angle" to see this??? all i can make out is the flaming side mirror.
rst2000 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 02:30 PM   #82
Gobes32
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Gobes32's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,024
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by FPV GTHO
New top hat to me would mean new doors and roof, if its still limited to front/back IMO its more likely an MCE ala ED/EF and AU3/BA. VF Commodore would be the same.
I agree. Although I can't see the rear being changed. One piece bodyside pretty much ensures this.
__________________
Quote:
Originally Posted by jpd80
A G8E would be good if Ford marketed squarely at Calais V8 owners. They need to bring back the walking fingers like in the initial FG ads, but this time have the fingers crushing Calais' as they walk along, with some relaxing background Led Zeppelin music and Marcos Ambrose in stubbies and singlet driving it.
Gobes32 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 02:30 PM   #83
Falcman0o7
Banned
 
Falcman0o7's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: launceston TAS
Posts: 1,849
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

I hope it has mustang looks....
I hope FORD come here and take note of opinions ect...
I hope FORD kicks HOLDENS ars*...
I hope the negative journos choke on their BS...
Falcman0o7 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 02:34 PM   #84
The Snout
Regular Member
 
The Snout's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 259
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by jpd80
One of the Americans picked up on the screen shot at the motor show


image
So looks like it's confirmed that Falcon production ceases in 2014 and they re-badge some American iron for the Australian market.

Na, I don't think that's going to happen. But since everyone else is pulling out of their a*se what a few blurred shots means I might as well have a chop too.

What it hopefully means is Ford are spending money on Falcon cause they've found a way to live with it in the line up even with reducing numbers.

Last edited by The Snout; 19-10-2012 at 02:48 PM.
The Snout is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 02:45 PM   #85
FPV GTHO
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 7,336
Technical Contributor: For members who share their technical expertise. - Issue reason: Sharing his knowledge of performance exhaust setups for the NA 6 cyc Barra Falcon from BA to FG. 
Talking Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by Gobes32
I agree. Although I can't see the rear being changed. One piece bodyside pretty much ensures this.
I think they're just going to be stuck with either an expensive job doing the rear quarters (and thus hole body side) or the rear changes will be limited to bumper, boot and lights.

The door frames are the expensive bit, and there's still a separate roof panel IIRC
FPV GTHO is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 02:54 PM   #86
tranquilized
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 1,114
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

I really dont see what all the fuss and debate is about.

Good on Ford for a great piece of promotion - a great way to reassure people the Falcon will be around for a while yet. But it hasn't told us anything we didn't already know.

A new top hat?? Not a chance in hell! Think ED - EF, AU - BA. Its the same generation so the doors and roofline will be the same, with a new front and rear end. We've had 6 generations of Falcons over 50 years that have followed an identical progression, why would it change now? No doubt its going to be a major update, more than just a facelift. And no doubt it will run for a lot more than 2 years.

Oh and I'm not in the employee club, just all IMO...
tranquilized is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 03:26 PM   #87
flappist
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 12,110
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Ok ENOUGH.

There are members on here who actually know all about and have seen the 2014 Falcon clays and later. Admin knows who is real and who is not.

Just take the crumbs you are being given with good grace and look forward to 2014.

Some of the posting on here is becoming rather argumentative and personal. This is the path to a holiday.

If you want to keep posting then keep it civil, not personal and on topic.
flappist is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 04:13 PM   #88
jpd80
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
jpd80's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 11,169
Valued Contributor: For members whose non technical contributions are worthy of recognition. - Issue reason: Thoughtful contributions to our community 
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

What we do know is that the 2014 will be more than just a basic make over and maybe,
just maybe brand new styling will transform the cars looks enough to be love at first sight..

I haven't heard Ford people so excited about the look of a Falcon in many years, most recent designs
seen for the first time take a while to sink in, whisper is that the next car is one that gets you right away..
jpd80 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 04:14 PM   #89
T3ts50
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
T3ts50's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,098
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

Quote:
Originally Posted by tranquilized
IGood on Ford for a great piece of promotion - a great way to reassure people the Falcon will be around for a while yet. But it hasn't told us anything we didn't already know.
It reminds of when the BA was being released. A snippet of information being released every few months to keep people interested.
T3ts50 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 19-10-2012, 04:19 PM   #90
R-Design
Guess Who's Back?
 
R-Design's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 1,370
Default Re: 2014 Falcon Sneek Peak

[PHP][/PHP]A new tophat would really throw the cat amongst the pigeons. I just hope they take the opportunity to play with the formula a little. If Falcon is to continue in one body configuration I hope it's a hatch rather than a sedan. It needs more flexibility to win back retail buyers in this changing market.

Maybe Falcon will go retro!
__________________
The 18th Letter
R-Design is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Forum Jump


All times are GMT +11. The time now is 12:28 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.5
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Other than what is legally copyrighted by the respective owners, this site is copyright www.fordforums.com.au
Positive SSL