Ford Falcon XR8 Sedan Price Announced - Page 32

geobar · 18-02-2015, 11:47 AM

Hey Anchor,

"I'm already cutting price on FGX Turbos to make them appealing with brake/suspension/tuning mods."

What mods are you making to these?

George

Smoke Pursuit · 18-02-2015, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Anchor

Hate to burst your bubble, 99.99% of the ones on carsales aren't physical vehicles.

Well that's how it was a few weeks ago when I inquired as "Bruce from Blackwater", a deposit would be taken and my name would go on a list for allocation.

99% of them arent phantoms. Theres atleast 10 on there that are genuine for sale in stock, either registered or demoed.

Tbm1121 · 18-02-2015, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by geobar

Hey Anchor,

"I'm already cutting price on FGX Turbos to make them appealing with brake/suspension/tuning mods."

What mods are you making to these?

George

More than likely allowing people to spend the difference on the mods they would prefer, you can add a lot for over 10k

orlandoi · 18-02-2015, 02:20 PM

Hi all, to be honest this has been pretty poorly handled at all levels within Ford.

Don't know if the lack of supply has been an attempt to generate some sort of frenzy (a la Apple iPhones).

Unfortunately, I need a new car for work and so after nearly 30 years of being a Ford enthusiast and buyer, disappointingly I'm off to another manufacturer.

All the best.

DannyB · 18-02-2015, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by orlandoi

Hi all, to be honest this has been pretty poorly handled at all levels within Ford.

Don't know if the lack of supply has been an attempt to generate some sort of frenzy (a la Apple iPhones).

Unfortunately, I need a new car for work and so after nearly 30 years of being a Ford enthusiast and buyer, disappointingly I'm off to another manufacturer.

All the best.

I'm hearing you.

Anchor · 18-02-2015, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by geobar

Hey Anchor,

"I'm already cutting price on FGX Turbos to make them appealing with brake/suspension/tuning mods."

What mods are you making to these?

George

Ok so this is down to the customer, and they're fully aware of warranty conditions... Most of these parts have their own warranty anyway. But as an example.
10k difference got one customer coilovers, wheels, tune, intake & exhaust.

Down to if your dealer/salesman is happy to provide the option for you. If you look at my signature down below, you'll see i'm quite accustomed to modified vehicles.

ransacrob · 18-02-2015, 06:11 PM

Can't wait for this weapon!!

ransacrob · 18-02-2015, 06:12 PM

Can't wait for this weapon...

Vanish335 · 18-02-2015, 06:56 PM

Anchor this thread is about the factory blown xr8 not spending 10k on after market parts on the turbo 6 if you can shed Moore light on xr8 a heap of blue blood brother,s are inquisitive of when they are taking delivery of the first & lasts factory supercharged xr8 falcon due to there is no replacement for displacement v8 mate last Aus Henry.

Anchor · 19-02-2015, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Vanish335

Anchor this thread is about the factory blown xr8 not spending 10k on after market parts on the turbo 6 if you can shed Moore light on xr8 a heap of blue blood brother,s are inquisitive of when they are taking delivery of the first & lasts factory supercharged xr8 falcon due to there is no replacement for displacement v8 mate last Aus Henry.

Yeah cause I haven't been doing that for you guys at all....
Just answering questions.

Also, there is a replacement for displacement. It's called boost. XR8's have it, with a smaller displacement.

The DCB we received was allocation for now till December 15. And get this, Ford secured additional units for this allocation above the previous projected amount.....

FGX-302 · 19-02-2015, 11:16 AM

Boost is displacement.

ParisManfred · 19-02-2015, 07:23 PM

My dealer rang me today to tell me my September 2014 ordered Smoke manual XR8 now has been allocated a build number and scheduled to be built in April. He mentioned 2 things of note, 1 due to the xmas/new year shut down, Ford were 2 weeks behind where they should be and 2 he has taken deposits on 15 Mustangs.

smiddy · 20-02-2015, 07:58 PM

My dealer just phoned i ordered 23 oct.He tells me im first cab off the rank car build is may for june delivery .also he had to pass on the 1000.00 price rise.They gave me a 1000 discount in oct now they take it back.not real happy waiting 8 months and a price rise a little disappointed in the whole saga but its too late to reorder elsewhere as the wait will be next year.rant over

Dissgrace · 20-02-2015, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by smiddy

My dealer just phoned i ordered 23 oct.He tells me im first cab off the rank car build is may for june delivery .also he had to pass on the 1000.00 price rise.They gave me a 1000 discount in oct now they take it back.not real happy waiting 8 months and a price rise a little disappointed in the whole saga but its too late to reorder elsewhere as the wait will be next year.rant over

My dealer still hasn't given a date. After waiting patiently for 5 months, should the dealer ring me this week and ask for another grand I'm very likely going to tell them to shove it.

Freiherr · 20-02-2015, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Dissgrace

My dealer still hasn't given a date. After waiting patiently for 5 months, should the dealer ring me this week and ask for another grand I'm very likely going to tell them to shove it.

I think the dealers are waiting for orders to drop out as there are other potential buyers. My dealer also phoned this morning and broke the 1K price rise news. Waiting on June delivery (March when deposit placed last October). Waited so long so what the hell.

mickadutd · 21-02-2015, 04:11 PM

I got a call from my dealer today. I paid a deposit on the 22nd of November last year, and today they confirmed that my car will be built in June. No mention of any price rise.

mtbkym01 · 21-02-2015, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by mickadutd

I got a call from my dealer today. I paid a deposit on the 22nd of November last year, and today they confirmed that my car will be built in June. No mention of any price rise.

Mine didn't mention any price rise either, hoping it stays that way, although it wont be a deal breaker for me

Pilko FNQ · 23-02-2015, 06:29 PM

Received news from the dealer today on my silhouette manual XR8. May build, delivered to Cairns mid June ready for me to fly to down from Weipa and drive it to the Townsville V8's in July. Then barge it home to my 30km of bitumin. I will be a happy camper if this goes to plan. Cheers Chris.

Perko · 23-02-2015, 07:05 PM

Good to see so many XR8's with confirmed delivery dates. Signing my contract tomorrow for a Silhouette manual for September build. Very happy Ford man right here.

335JET · 23-02-2015, 08:26 PM

I honestly believe that if FPV had named the GS an xr8 instead of GS they would have sold loads more.

mtbkym01 · 23-02-2015, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Pilko FNQ

Received news from the dealer today on my silhouette manual XR8. May build, delivered to Cairns mid June ready for me to fly to down from Weipa and drive it to the Townsville V8's in July. Then barge it home to my 30km of bitumin. I will be a happy camper if this goes to plan. Cheers Chris.

Not gonna drive it from Cairns to Weipa?? Joking, I lived in Cairns for 10 years, moved (home) to SA just shy of 4 years ago. Enjoy your car when you get it, I'm betting it will be one of a kind in Weipa

**DFB FGXR6** · 23-02-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 335JET

I honestly believe that if FPV had named the GS an xr8 instead of GS they would have sold loads more.

Possibly, the difference is every Ford dealer has the ability to sell XR8's as apposed to the GS being restricted to FPV specific dealers.

335JET · 23-02-2015, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Possibly, the difference is every Ford dealer has the ability to sell XR8's as apposed to the GS being restricted to FPV specific dealers.

yes i suppose, i just feel the XR8 badge appeals to more people, when i think of Australian Ford performance cars, the first thing that comes to mind is GT then XR8, but im in my 20's, i grew up following e-series vehicles, which is why the current XR8 appeals to me a whole lot more than a GS ever did, & as much as a GT.
but im sure FPV had there reasons too.

XR Martin · 23-02-2015, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 335JET

I honestly believe that if FPV had named the GS an xr8 instead of GS they would have sold loads more.

FGX XR8 is fully loaded, GS was a rental spec XR6 with a fancy engine asking nearly $60k. It was never going to sell at that price.

Pilko FNQ · 23-02-2015, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mtbkym01

Not gonna drive it from Cairns to Weipa?? Joking, I lived in Cairns for 10 years, moved (home) to SA just shy of 4 years ago. Enjoy your car when you get it, I'm betting it will be one of a kind in Weipa

Cairns to Laura is now all sealed road and would be a good drive The last 450km of dirt would be interesting however. I could just imagine pulling up at Musgrave or the Archer in an XR8 asking for PULP ! Can't even get PULP in Weipa so I will be bringing a 44 gallon drum every few months from Cairns like a few other guys do. Works out at about $2.50 litre. Seeing I only have 8km of 100kph zone it will be a very low mile vehicle.

**Bluehoon** · 24-02-2015, 02:33 PM

May delivery for me..!! Woohoo!!!!!

**pwr4ce** · 24-02-2015, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Freiherr

I think the dealers are waiting for orders to drop out as there are other potential buyers. My dealer also phoned this morning and broke the 1K price rise news. Waiting on June delivery (March when deposit placed last October). Waited so long so what the hell.

Just spoke to my dealer to confirm my order, also told me of the price rise

paint went up from $350 to $500
car went up by $1K

So all up an extra $1150

End of the day it is still a very cheap GT

Smoke Pursuit · 26-02-2015, 08:10 PM

Anyone chasing an xr8 in QLD pm me I have 3 autos I can get in stock ready to fly. 2 black 1 silver.

geobar · 27-02-2015, 03:13 PM

Hi Guys,

If there is anyone in Sydney looking for an XR8 both Manual or Auto let me know. I will give you a contact to a dealer who can allocate a car to you and not charge stupid money either.

George

Craig@AUDI · 01-03-2015, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by geobar

Hi Guys,

If there is anyone in Sydney looking for an XR8 both Manual or Auto let me know. I will give you a contact to a dealer who can allocate a car to you and not charge stupid money either.

George

Gee I wonder who that could be?