Australian International Motor Show 2011

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So who's going?

I was spewing when it became biannual and even moved across the border! But I did go every year and some years it was a bit ho-hum so I am actually looking forward to this years.

I thought it would be interesting to see what peoples expectations are of Ford.

This is a massive and timely opportunity to nail some presentations and reveals for FoA and I really hope they do well, if there has ever been a time its now.

So three key cars stick out for me.

1. LiLPG - the system deserves attention and credit, Ford has been the lone solider for ages pushing LPG, although as no one else was really offering opposition they sat on the mixer system for a while. I hope they have a massive section devoted to debugging myths and showing perhaps a chart of cost savings etc

2. New Territory - its should do a pretty good job in its own right but this is just as key as the falcon itself to get right. Id pimp something out or even do an "offroad" concept to boost a bit of cred.

3. Ranger - I dont know what there profits will be like off this car but its a showcase of what FoA PD can do and is something that just doesnt get enough airtime. GMH do nothing even close to the level of this and no one knows about it which is a crying shame.

The new Focus will be a pivotal car aswell, and hopefully FPV churn something out as it will give them some good exposure. Perhaps the fabled GT - H (whatever) will be there in concept form? An Allan Moffat special perhaps before he gets beyond the age of usability (with all due respect, great man).

For me FG2 doesnt matter at the moment, it will be out in due course, its whats out now that needs a kick in the bum.

My dream concept from Ford/FPV would be a Miami based Ranger, keeping in mind its a global car, not just for Oz only. Opportunity for FPV? Probably not..LOL

Looking forward to it, if anyone gets any articles or updates to whats included in the show feel free to post it in here!