Considering ford recommend yearly oil changes, i would not stress about oils too much. Ford gt dimensions exterior wheelbase 2,710 mm overall length 4,779 mm overall width 2,003 mm body 2,238 mm mirrors extended 2,114 mm mirrors folded overall height 1,109 mm normal ride height 1,063 mm low ride height track. Ford performance vehicles was a joint venture between ford australia and british company prodrive, established in 2002 to create gofaster, fpvbadged versions of the thennew ba falcon. The car featured not only a new look but wheels and suspension changes.
We hit the drag strip with the new 2018 ford gt to get some real world 14 mile times along with all of the vbox data including, 060 mph, 0100 mph, 60. The exterior of the falcon gt rspec limited edition series was inspired by the legendary 1969 boss mustang, complete with the iconic stripe package and. The ford gt is the modern version of the incredible gt40, a car created by ford in the 1960s to beat the ferraris at le manswhich they did. Aug, 2012 the exterior of the falcon gt rspec limited edition series was inspired by the legendary 1969 boss mustang, complete with the iconic stripe package and paint treatment. No need to fear, ford says to use a sj spec oil, magnatec would be sm or sn so a newer oil with more stringent demands. So why run hypereutectic pistons instead of cast or forged. The teardrop shape of the ford gt is the result of extensive work in the wind tunnel. At sunbury ford, we have 58 cars for sale vehicles for sale, so if youre in the market for your next vehicle, visit our dealership to take a test drive. The gt f received all the suspension and drivetrain upgrades from the fg r spec, coupled with an engine featuring a 4% increase remap tune to bring an output to 351 kw 471 hp with an overboost function bringing power to over 400 kw 540 hp for short periods, dependent on conditions around 1015 kw 20 hp more at the rear wheels. Ford mustang rspec supercharged v8 sports car ford australia. With the introduction of the ford falcon bf mk2, fpv introduced the rspec in limited numbers. But as it happens, the realworld isnt as clinical as a specification sheet. View detailed pictures that accompany our ford fpv gt rspec article with closeup photos of exterior and interior features.
Theyre built to help maximize the performance of ford vehicles and provide the confidence that the repair will be done right the first time. The gt f had the same suspension and tyre package as the gt r spec, while a brembo braking package with sixpiston front and fourpiston rear calipers was fitted as standard. It wasnt until the rspec arrived a year later that the concept changes started to appear. With a light yet powerful design, this is what true innovation looks like, the gt gives you the purest. Fpv is building just 500 gt f sedans for australia and 50 more for new zealand. The falcon fg model is a sedan car manufactured by ford, with 4 doors and seats, sold new from year 2008 to 2014, and available after that as a used car. The fpv gt rspec is a range of enhanced fpv vehicles characterised by an upgraded. They say it is capable of producing 15 per cent more power and torque for brief periods on overboost pushing the figures to 404kw and 650nm momentarily but we havent been. These include new, used and classic vehicles from ford. Inspired by the 1967 lemans winning car, the red and white exterior is easy to spot when its going 216 mph. At etheridge ford, we have 116 cars for sale vehicles for sale, so if youre in the market for your next vehicle, visit our dealership to take a test drive. We drag race a new and classic ford shelby mustang gt500 to see what 50 years of progress makes. The falcon fg model is a sedan car manufactured by ford, with 4 doors and seats, sold new from year 2008 to 2010, and available after that as a used car. Mustang rspec is the first supercharged edition of australias bestselling sports car, brought to you in collaboration with herrod performance.
Introducing the next generation of supercar the 2018 ford gt. The gt f features a returned version of the supercharged coyote 5. How ford silenced the critics, humbled ferrari and. Clicking on the model names will show a list of detailed technical specs for that model. Detailed features and specs for the used 2010 nissan gt r including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Ford performance vehicles gt boss 335 gt rspec cars for. I ran the castrol r in the 040 and not overly happy with it, just the colour it turned after 3000k, very dirty, yet the mobil stays clear. Ford fpv fg gt rspec new south wales nsw highway patrol police car resin model car 1.
Used 2012 ford performance vehicles gt fg mk ii boss 335 gt rspec black 6 speed manual sedan for sale in townsville qld at carmichael ford. Fpv fg gt rspec boss 335 laptimes, specs, performance data. Aug 08, 20 view detailed pictures that accompany our ford fpv gt r spec article with closeup photos of exterior and interior features. In addition to the massive power, the f has the improved suspension from the rspec model and brembo brake calipers. What theyve added is wider rear tyres 27535 zr19s on 9. Mobil 1 comes in a few specs, and you can find 1030 in a 5 ltre pack. For stopping power, the falcon fg xr8 braking system includes vented discs at the front and discs at the rear. Motorcraft and ford parts are designed for ford vehicles. Fpv announces 450hp supercharged gt rspec autoblog. Ford performance vehicles gt cars for sale in australia. Front rear 1,694 mm 1,662 mm ground clearance 120 mm normal ride height 70 mm low ride height approach angle. Manufactured in campbellfield, victoria, the rearwheel drive gt models were initially powered by 5. As a ford dealer, singleton ford provides you with highperforming ford vehicles designed to thrill and inspire you. Incredibly tained, this 2012 fpv gt r spec is a collectors item, and will thrill any driving enthusiast.
The new 2018 ford gt specs includes a heritage edition. Fpv gt rspec is fastest ever falcon car news carsguide. The car that went on sale unfortunately was reduced to a simple blacked out paint job and a new matte black strip kit. Fg series gt rspec in 2011, fpv presented the gt black at the sydney motor show. It was the first iteration of the seventh and last generation of this australianmade model. By using the service price promise calculator youll see the maximum price youll pay for a standard a or b logbook service together with selected routine maintenance items at a participating dealer. Exterior parts for fpv falcon for sale shop with afterpay. The sprint 8 will get its mid way engine oil change in january, will use edge 5w20 as per manual even though local ford dealership use 5w30 oil when doing log book. Our website contains news and information on the popular range of ford passenger, suv and commercial vehicles. Ford fpv fg gt rspec new south wales nsw highway patrol. The only exceptions have been the 2003 supercharged dohc mustang cobra and 19992003 ford f150 lightning truck, which were factory fitted with dished forged pistons. R weighs 3,150 pounds, compared to 3,820 pounds for a stock zl1 1le.
Author preston lerner details the programs progress from ground zero to the pinnacle of the motorsports world. Manufactured to strict specifications, they have undergone extensive laboratory and ontheroad testing. Changes, however, included a new calibration for the sixspeed zf automatic transmission and upgraded software for the bosch traction control system. How ford silenced the critics, humbled ferrari and conquered le mans celebrates the 50th anniversary of fords historic sweep of the podium in 1966. R made its racing debut over the weekend, in the pirelli world challenge round at st. To make things worse, ford has just introduced the falconbased 2015 fpv gt f, a 5. I gt series consisted of the gt, gte and gtp models. It bears an impeccable pedigree and introduces exciting stateoftheart technology. Fpv ford fg falcon gt rspec aussie muscle cars, ford lincoln mercury, ford falcon, single dads, falcons, car photos, motocross, motor car, doors ford falcon gt. The tech area of the australian ford forums subforums. Based on an american ford v8 block used in the current mustang 5. Aff tech docs, general tech, car care, cleveland, windsor v8, 5. The ford falcon fg is a fullsized car that was produced by ford australia from 2008 to 2014. Ford performance vehicles fpv is the australian equivalent to fords svt division here in north america.
It elevates australian grand touring to a level never before achieved. All specifications listed are searchable, filterable and sortable. Aluminum structures minimize the weight of the high. I am running it in my ba xr8, and doesnt use a drop. Ford australia launches falcon gt f 351, last of its line. Also have a look at the acea spec and check out their website. Ford australia and tickford vehicle engineering produced the 30th anniversary falcon gt to coincide with the release of the first falcon gt in may 1967, the xr gt and the start of a legend. However, ford used flattop forged pistons on the 2000 cobra r, 2007up shelby gt 500, and ford gt. Its range no longer featured the fairmont luxury badge, replaced instead by the g series. With fords service price promise 1, youll know what youre going to pay for a standard service before you even come in, so there are no nasty surprises. How ford silenced the critics, humbled ferrari and conquered le mans celebrates the 50th anniversary of ford s historic sweep of the podium in 1966. Ford fpv gt rspec vixen red with black accents sealed body resin 1. A pair gas struts bonnet for ford falcon ba bf 20022009 fpv xr6 xr8 gt fairlane fits. Ford performance vehicles gt boss 335 gt rspec cars for sale.
The supercharged v8 in ford performance vehicles flagship gt will finally be matched with wheels and suspension capable of putting its awesome power to the road. Dec 19, 2018 we hit the drag strip with the new 2018 ford gt to get some real world 14 mile times along with all of the vbox data including, 060 mph, 0100 mph, 60 mph and 100200 kph. Weve tested the hsv gts and fpv gt rspec separately, and given. The fpv gt rspec is the car ford performance vehicles should have released when it introduced the supercharged miami v8 in mid 2010. Detailed features and specs for the used 2010 nissan gtr including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Feb 21, 2018 we drag race a new and classic ford shelby mustang gt500 to see what 50 years of progress makes. Compare prices of all fpv gts sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. Gauge holders for ford falcon b series to fg to fgx supplied delivered.