FG X, The Last EVER Falcon - Picture & Discussion Thread

[spyman03]

Originally Posted by XtRmn8

Thanks for sharing another pic spyman

Anyone else notice there is a strip of suede (or similar) along the edge of the upper and lower bolster edges?

My wish list for the new XR range:
- Add some alternate textures to the XR interior, like the suede inserts on door card pockets and lower sections of centre console (as per FG FPVs).
- The seat fabrics could also do with an update. The XR leather is just all plain black and pretty bland, again the use of alternate textures and sticking on the FPVs make the interior much nicer to look at and be in.
- Do something different with the ICC fascia and centre console trim colours and finishes. I sure hope they don't carry over the current crop of colours.

Yes FG interior is nice, but in its current state its getting on a bit

Hey,

Thanks no probs

Some of what you've ask for is a goer like fabrics,colours etc, but trim changes are limited

Spyman

[b0son]

Originally Posted by P6LTD351

Just like no one bought ED Falcons? That interior was 6 years old.

Different market then... it was inconceivable for a huge slice of the market to not by a falcadore. That certainly isn't the case anymore.

Considering you sit *in* a car, the interior is pretty damn important to a lot of people. One of the things that prompted me to change away from a Renault was the interior, the cabin ergonomics were simply stupid.

The VF is a profoundly huge leap up from the VE. The F-whatever is going to have to have a bunch of tech to convince the easily-swayed buyers that its worth looking at. Otherwise, leaving it at new bumpers, its just putting lipstick on a pig.

[Professor Farnsworth]

Originally Posted by TJA77

Im buying!....... Im just not sure whether to go a turbo or XR8, I do miss the rumble of an 8

I'm going 8 but that's because I already have a T. depends what you're after. So hard to ignore the turbo, fantastic cars.

[spyman03]

Originally Posted by Professor Farnsworth

I'm going 8 but that's because I already have a T. depends what you're after. So hard to ignore the turbo, fantastic cars.

Hey,
From what I've see of the two,it will come down to engine and trim level.

I regards to vf thats why they have posted 500+ loss, over do the car then right it off on tax

Holden has already told us they have a huge add campaign and a limited model for the new falcons release

Spyman

[FPV8U]

Can't wait to see the XR8, im not huge on the photoshops we have seen so far to be honest but I'm hoping the actual car will win me over.

[spyman03]

Originally Posted by FPV8U

Can't wait to see the XR8, im not huge on the photoshops we have seen so far to be honest but I'm hoping the actual car will win me over.

Hey,
The guys have done a fantastic job showing us what it will look like,
but in the flesh it's sexy it will go out with its head high
I really like the euro rear with the neon strip you know its the falcon from the rear at night


Spyman

[IngoStang]

Originally Posted by Professor Farnsworth

I'm going 8 but that's because I already have a T. depends what you're after. So hard to ignore the turbo, fantastic cars.

We may have to go green rocker covers no matter the outcome

[spyman03]

Originally Posted by TJA77

We may have to go green rocker covers no matter the outcome

Hey,

Even better

Spyman

[IngoStang]

Originally Posted by spyman03

Hey,

Even better

Spyman

Im not sure I like the wheels haha!

[Dave R]

Originally Posted by fgpsi

A lot of people aren't gonna buy that car because the interior is from 2008.

Fail

If they get the colour scheme right I don't think they'll have a problem. The basic design of the FG interior is very nice. One thing I noticed when shopping VFs was that while the XR6 interior was clearly outclassed by the SV6 interior, the G6ET felt every bit as a nice as a Calais. The colours and surfacing made the difference. If you put matte silvers and greys inside a VF, the interior probably wouldn't be getting the rave reviews it has been getting. I'd have no problem trading a VF for a new XR8 if the interior is anything like the current MKII G6ETs.

[chookaradley]

FG interior/dash in my opinion is a thing of beauty, (G6e-G6et). Unfortunately when a car is being updated after 6 years, there's an expectation of change. Spyman's pick clearly is that of an XT so not a lot of bling, but i hope ford can be more imaginative than that with the final product

[janddbone]

If Falcon continues to not sell, it will have little to do with the interior.

[Motorbreath310]

Originally Posted by Adrenaline

If they get the colour scheme right I don't think they'll have a problem. The basic design of the FG interior is very nice. One thing I noticed when shopping VFs was that while the XR6 interior was clearly outclassed by the SV6 interior, the G6ET felt every bit as a nice as a Calais. The colours and surfacing made the difference. If you put matte silvers and greys inside a VF, the interior probably wouldn't be getting the rave reviews it has been getting. I'd have no problem trading a VF for a new XR8 if the interior is anything like the current MKII G6ETs.

My first up close encounter with an FG was in 2011. I went and sat in a then-new G6Et and I was blown away by the interior, and even the quality of it. I could not believe how far Falcon had come. It was silhouette with black leather, and the piano black inserts with silver buttons.

Later on with the release of the E series 3, despite even that car having more trinketry, the Mk.II FG GT I looked at on the same day, still felt like a much nicer car to be in.

I think every FG I've ever been in must have had aftermarket seat rails as the seat height position felt absolutely fine, to me

[Nikked]

May as well do a rear end while im going :-)

[chookaradley]

I like it Nikked. Maybe a bit smaller in the tailights tho.

[Fordman1]

Nice work Nikked, the tail lights need to be slimmer though.

[FalconXV]

OMG Awesome!!

[Auslandau]

Originally Posted by Motorbreath310

My first up close encounter with an FG was in 2011. I went and sat in a then-new G6Et and I was blown away by the interior, and even the quality of it. I could not believe how far Falcon had come. It was silhouette with black leather, and the piano black inserts with silver buttons.

Later on with the release of the E series 3, despite even that car having more trinketry, the Mk.II FG GT I looked at on the same day, still felt like a much nicer car to be in.

I think every FG I've ever been in must have had aftermarket seat rails as the seat height position felt absolutely fine, to me

Do agree. Even though it is 6 years old I still love it. Everything where it should be. Yes ..... not as blingy as the VF but still a nice place to sit. With the upgrade I am sure they will change a few things to make it that little bit better.

Hope they clean up the cheap rubber middle knob ..... to something I could retrofit

This is just my 'old' povo pack GT and looks good still .....

[spyman03]

Originally Posted by Barraxr8

Nice work Nikked, the tail lights need to be slimmer though.

Hey,

Shorten the insert lights up a bit chrome not in the glass area half colour half chrome through boot.

But top job


Spyman

[ZGM86]

Originally Posted by Nikked

May as well do a rear end while im going :-)

image

That's the first photoshopped image of the rear end that I've liked. Nice work, Nikked. If it's anything like that, I'll be happy!

[Bonn]

An FG Interior feels superb, under all conditions; Fanging, cruising, commuting, touring, shopping or:
Sitting in the shed, radio and blue dash lights on - with a tinnie in hand!!

[olfella]

the only thing I would add/change to the interior is back lighting for the ISS/GPS screen and maybe paddles on the steering wheel. Hopefully they will also have fold back side mirrors and windows up on locking the car. Otherwise if it aint broke, dont fix it!

[ivorya]

Regarding your pic Spyman, any ideas what is in the cup holder?
Looks like a button or turn knob...

[NanoDuke]

It's a red e-stop button. It's appeared in another photo that was uploaded a little while back.

[Motorbreath310]

Originally Posted by olfella

the only thing I would add/change to the interior is back lighting for the ISS/GPS screen and maybe paddles on the steering wheel. Hopefully they will also have fold back side mirrors and windows up on locking the car. Otherwise if it aint broke, dont fix it!

I'd add auto up/down on all four windows, and just add a new steering wheel (easier said than done) the steering wheel is probably the biggest letdown - only because of the big empty piece of grey plastic in the middle.

[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by Motorbreath310

I'd add auto up/down on all four windows, and just add a new steering wheel (easier said than done) the steering wheel is probably the biggest letdown - only because of the big empty piece of grey plastic in the middle.

Not in favour of the Auto up on all windows. Too much chance of little kids (or Dogs in some cases) getting a hand/paw caught

[olfella]

Originally Posted by GasOLane

Not in favour of the Auto up on all windows. Too much chance of little kids (or Dogs in some cases) getting a hand/paw caught

I would like to think that the days of leaving kids and pets in locked vehicles is over - but you are right. Never considered that aspect.

[Bossxr8]

Originally Posted by spyman03

Mmmmmm,

I did state that didn't i

Could you wait a week so me and Bossxr8 can go for a drive.

Spyman

You really need to indicate that that was sarcasm, regarding some of the earlier posts from people claiming you work for Ford. Can you do me a favour and be clear in regards to that, the last thing I need is for your sarcastic posts to be misinterpreted, and then I get dragged through the coals. Cheers.

[ReVd_uP]

Any car fitted with auto up windows needs to have a fail safe "anti-trap" feature to be legal I'm pretty sure

[Callum31]

I was told alot of the earlier and still a few of the prototypes weren't going to use the new interior yet. As people could fairly easily see it. I tried looking for the message but someone messaged me saying a few days ago they saw the new Falcon testing and the interior was covered up. So maybe they're starting to use the official new interior on the prototypes now? Closer to launch?