Saturday, 19 November 2011
FPV BF MkII Force 8
"These exciting additions to the FPV family build even further on our reputation for delivering exceptional performance vehicles that meet the demands of our customers," said Sak Ryopponen, Managing Director of Ford Performance Vehicles.
"The Force 6 and Force 8 models are intended to drive a new generation of prestige performance car customers to our business.
"While these new models are the centrepieces of our revised BF MkII range, we have made a host of improvements and value additions to our existing models which continue the evolution of the legendary GT and award-winning F6 variants."
For the first time, the highly praised ZF high-torque six-speed automatic transmission with Sequential Sports Shift will be offered as a no-cost option across the entire FPV range. Leather seats, formerly a $2750 (RRP) option in sedans and $1850 (RRP) in Utes, will be available across the range for just $995 (RRP) with the exception of the GT-P and Super Pursuit where leather seats are now standard.
The F6 Typhoon and F6 Tornado now feature 19-inch alloy wheels, fitted with high-performance Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 245/35 ZR19 tyres, as standard equipment. The striking new five-spoke wheel design features a contrasting Dark Argent rim against a machined alloy face for maximum visual impact. The popular 19-inch Dark Argent five-spoke alloy wheel introduced with the BF model last year will remain as an option on F6 models at a recommended retail price of $795.
The F6 Typhoon and F6 Tornado also receive styling improvements with the introduction of accent-coloured driving light surrounds providing greater impact and instant recognition of the BF MkII F6 variants.
The iconic GT and GT-P both feature an updated stripe package, the design of which was inspired by the legendary Bathurst-winning XY GT, with a bold line highlighted by a thin keyline that links together in the rear section. The stripes and hood decal are available as a $595 (RRP) option on GT and remain a no-cost option on the GT-P.
The optional stripe package has also been revised on the Pursuit and Super Pursuit utes with a unique design that incorporates an element of the 'Bird of Prey' featured in the FPV brand logo. The revised stripe package for Pursuit is available as a $595 option and is a no-cost option on the range-topping Super Pursuit ute.
Inside the cockpit, all FPV models now come with the high-quality performance steering wheel as standard equipment, while the air conditioning vents feature upgraded chrome adjusters to further emphasise the premium nature of the FPV range.
FPV will also introduce, as part of the BF MkII upgrade, an optional integrated in-car Bluetooth mobile telephone system and MP3 player/iPod adapter kit. These features will be available as accessories through FPV Dealers.
The arrival of the BF MkII range also coincides with the introduction of three bold new colours to the palette: Neo, Breeze and Octane. Neo is a vivid blue, Breeze is a deep turquoise, while Octane sees the return of orange to the colour range.
