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'John Hughes - Ford 50th Anniversary XR6'
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Normally as you get older, things can start to sag, things can even start to fall out. I suppose its all a part of getting older. Well I guess thats true with most things, but there are some things you could argue actually get better with age.
This year Ford are celebrating the Falcon’s 50th birthday and I believe it proves that some things actually get better with age.
To celebrate the Falcon’s birthday Ford have released a couple of limited edition anniversary models. I checked out the limited edition 50th anniversary Ford Falcon XR6 sedan. And if you want one, you better hurry, because they didn’t make many!
The limited Edition Ford XR6 looks amazing, it has the ability to not only steal your attention, I guarantee it will hold on to it. Its available in limited edition colours and comes with limited edition extras including sporty leather trim, upgraded sound system, fog lamps, dual zone air conditioning and upgraded alloy wheels.
The 50th anniversary XR6 six was designed to celebrate a huge milestone. Its a statement of all things Australian, its big, bold and of course a real attention seeker.
One of the best thing’s with a large car is the space offered, and the XR is no exception, all 5 passengers are given heaps of room. And with bigger cars there is a real sense of safety.The sports steering wheel is fitted with driving and stereo controls, its really comfortable leather and “big car” chunky.
The XR6 comes with Fords state of the art suspension, known as “sports control blade independent suspension”. Its a version of Independent Rear Suspension, designed to improve agility, control and overall ride.
The Ford XR six comes with a 5 star ANCAP safety rating, actually you may not know that Ford was the first Australian built car to receive a 5 star ANCAP safety rating.
To make your drive more enjoyable you get cruise control, electric windows, and in the limited edition you get Fords tech pack is standard. Which includes ipod integration and bluetooth mobile phone connectivity.
So don’t miss your opportunity to get your hands on a limited piece of Australian history! After all you only turn fifty once! Happy birthday Falcon!
To drive the 50th anniversary XR6 drop down to the award winning John Hughes Park Ford in Bentley.
Info BOX
ENGINE: 6 cylinder, 4L cylinder petrol. Turbo option available
TRANSMISSION: 6 speed manual or 6 speed triptronic automatic
SAFTEY FEATURES: driver and passenger air bag, dynamic stability control, traction control, emergency brake assist, anti lock brakes, electronic brake force distribution and driver fatigue warning.
ANCAP RATING: 5 stars
WARRANTY: 3 years, 100,000 kilometre