Seen new Mondeo with my eyeballs

barra240t · 23-08-2007, 06:59 PM

Hey guys,

I was told this might be a good thread to start so here goes!

I saw the new Mondeo for the first time in the flesh because we had a drive day through Ford today. All I can say is that it is a very nice looking vehicle inside and out. I saw what appeared to be the turbo I5 model in lift back form, so I am guessing this would be one of the most expensive. But what you see on the UK site is pretty much it. The lines are very nice and pictures DO NOT show how hot this car is! It you are the same as me and thought the *** end looked a bit funny, it doesn't in the flesh, it looks very good. Get excited guys! Oh also the lift backs boot space is friggin massive!! Golf clubbers no need worry! If new Falcon looks like this we are in for a treat.

#Russ#Es# · 23-08-2007, 07:50 PM

Can't wait to see the Mazda 6/Subie Liberty given some REAL competition!

But where's the pics?

barra240t · 23-08-2007, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by #Russ#Es#

Can't wait to see the Mazda 6/Subie Liberty given some REAL competition!

But where's the pics?

Indeed, sorry no pics, and the ones in the brochures and websites are way better then what I would take anywho!

Smoke Pursuit · 23-08-2007, 08:49 PM

When do dealers get stock? Or should I say lack of stock.

Knowing Ford they will give each dealer 4 cars for the first month, 2 of which will be demos... :(

phoonfan · 23-08-2007, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by LSTerritoryGhia

When do dealers get stock? Or should I say lack of stock.

Knowing Ford they will give each dealer 4 cars for the first month, 2 of which will be demos... :(

LOL!!!

You know it too well!!

Stock SHOULD be arriving October! But who the #$&# knows!!!!

The latest "My Ford" mag has a very good write up (as expected) with good pics....

or try a Drive review at
http://yahoo.drive.com.au/Editorial/...rticleID=41416
got good pic's

looking forward to this one comming!!

Smoke Pursuit · 23-08-2007, 09:25 PM

If Ford stock control had any idea they will be stocking cars in holding yards themselves in big numbers to start with before they put them to the market, then once they have enough in stock to meet the demand then release the car. Look at Rangers for example, figures don't show it as a big seller but if Ford could actually supply enough to meet the demand so that customers weren't waiting 4 months for delivery then they may pick up some market share...

Yet again Ford shots itself in the foot, good products matched with no supply and or dealer commitment.

Smoke Pursuit · 23-08-2007, 09:47 PM

Shoots that should read...

outback_ute · 23-08-2007, 09:53 PM

Have they said what variants they are going to bring in?

phoonfan · 23-08-2007, 10:02 PM

2.3ltr petrol and 2.0ltr diesel sedan and hatchbacks! With an Auto
No wagon to start with! Down the track who knows!

There is also the 2.5ltr turbo, same as the XR-5, but not on the cards as yet.
may see it later, all depends how the model sells!

23-08-2007, 10:32 PM

Same goes for the LS release, the XR5 as well as the WQ. 4 month waits killed the hype for these cars.

davocol · 23-08-2007, 10:36 PM

Cant wait to see this one, could be my next car in a years time depending on what mazda come up with next. Hopefully the pricing is as competitive as the focuses.

Martyvan · 23-08-2007, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by phoonfan

2.3ltr petrol and 2.0ltr diesel sedan and hatchbacks! With an Auto
No wagon to start with! Down the track who knows!

Wagon would have me lining up now....! Only other option would be a Mazda6 or for Automatic Diesel have to step up to a passat or down (Size wise) to a 307, for this class of car, obviously there are SUV's of every description in the price range....

barra240t · 24-08-2007, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by LSTerritoryGhia

If Ford stock control had any idea they will be stocking cars in holding yards themselves in big numbers to start with before they put them to the market, then once they have enough in stock to meet the demand then release the car. Look at Rangers for example, figures don't show it as a big seller but if Ford could actually supply enough to meet the demand so that customers weren't waiting 4 months for delivery then they may pick up some market share...

Yet again Ford shots itself in the foot, good products matched with no supply and or dealer commitment.

I have no idea sorry. Sounds like you have been there before! If there will be a pool of stock, I will be diving into it! Don't you worry we have the dealer commitment!!