ReMiX Member 3 Member For: 17y 5m 25d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne, Vic Posted 11/10/07 01:53 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 01:53 AM Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) today unleashed the highly anticipated FPV F6 X at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney.The new F6 X is the first non Falcon-based vehicle introduced by FPV, which will extend the FPV brand into new markets and offer customers a unique opportunity in Australian performance motoring."FPV has always had the goal to extend the brand beyond Falcon-based product and I'm very pleased to be able to showcase the first new offering today," FPV General Manager Rod Barrett said."The new F6 X is designed for the family that enjoys performance vehicle motoring and appreciates a true sports luxury feel."Derived from Ford's Territory vehicle family, the FPV F6 X is equipped with the class leading high-performance F6 270 Turbo 4.0-litre DOHC in-line six-cylinder engine, producing 270kW of power and 550Nm of torque, matched to the ZF six-speed automatic transmission and a full-time All-Wheel-Drive system.The F6 X is fitted with a number of the advanced active and passive safety features, including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control and four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD).Side curtain airbags and dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags are also fitted as standard equipment.The braking performance of the F6 X is enhanced by the fitment of Brembo six-piston front calipers and a new FPV calibration for the ABS and DSC systems.FPV engineers have re-tuned the ride and handling to produce a firmer sports feel, further enhancing the primary ride control of the vehicle.Exclusive two-toned leather interiorThe cabin of the F6 X includes a unique Shadow and Pumice two-tone seat trim, along with six-way power adjustment and three position memory for the driver's seat."The unique styling of the leather seats is a standout, eye-catching feature of the F6 X and contributes to the sports luxury feel that permeates the entire vehicle," said Barrett.The two-tone treatment is continued through to the third row on the seven-seat variant.The instrument cluster features the FPV logo, an engine speed red line and distinctive FPV blue illumination, while FPV scuff plates and alloy pedals add to the list of interior appointments.Each vehicle comes with its own unique build plate mounted on the gear selector surround.The premium Interior Command Centre (ICC), with dual zone automatic climate control and large colour screen, is finished in a unique Molten Metal accent colour, while the leather door trim inserts are finished in Pumice.External accents stand out from the crowdUnique F6 X exterior styling cues include a high-tech front mesh grille insert, as well as a rear spoiler and alloy running boards with a matching body colour surround.The exterior design also features Molten Metal accents on the front skid plate, bonnet air scoop, door mirror scalps and rear skid plate, while 18-inch five-spoke alloys in an Alpine Silver finish are also exclusive to the F6 X.Exterior paint colours on the F6 X include Winter White, Platinum Haze, Seduce, Dash, Nitro, Sensation, Ego and Silhouette.The new FPV F6 X is due to go on sale in early 2008. Full pricing will be released closer to launch.**sorry about image sizing, taken directly from the press release**Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BF_Turbo Member 236 Member For: 17y 8m 8d Gender: Male Location: Central QLD Posted 11/10/07 01:57 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 01:57 AM WoW looks good..imagine it on the beach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chipa_12 Member 182 Member For: 18y 11m 11d Location: Canberra Posted 11/10/07 02:01 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:01 AM How Fat is that Steering wheel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillz Three pedals are better then two.. Donating Members 15,637 Member For: 17y 7m 26d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 11/10/07 02:03 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:03 AM Looks Mad. More Pics!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHOWDOWN BACK SLOWER THEN EVER! Member 706 Member For: 17y 6m 17d Gender: Male Location: Sydney Posted 11/10/07 02:12 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:12 AM In the great words of Borat... "I like!"Ozzie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
senna_T Forged Member Lifetime Members 15,818 Member For: 17y 11m 13d Gender: Male Location: SW Sydney Posted 11/10/07 02:18 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:18 AM its a nice! should be fun! I think the steering wheel is just the normal FPV one, the photo makes it look massive though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbjunior99 Member 4,359 Member For: 22y 28d Gender: Male Location: Brisbane Posted 11/10/07 02:22 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:22 AM Looks awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jEtONiT Donating Members 1,817 Member For: 21y 2m 14d Gender: Not Telling Location: next door.. Posted 11/10/07 02:24 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:24 AM wheels also look bigger than 18inch in the pic..looks awesome though.. id love to have one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dagabond Bored Member Administrator 35,722 Member For: 22y 2m 6d Gender: Male Location: Dé·jà vu Posted 11/10/07 02:35 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:35 AM I'd put it on my list but the brstrd wont fit in me garage... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHOWDOWN BACK SLOWER THEN EVER! Member 706 Member For: 17y 6m 17d Gender: Male Location: Sydney Posted 11/10/07 02:40 AM Share Posted 11/10/07 02:40 AM I'd put it on my list but the brstrd wont fit in me garage... Come on Daz, get a bigger garage... better then buying an Evo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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