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... Ford Commercials: The New Ford for '57 The New Ford for '57 It Sounds Expensive (circa 1957) This is the new kind of Ford- a low priced car that not only looks, rides and handles like an expensive car, but sounds like one too. And how a car sounds is a good indication of how it is built. When you slam the trunk lid of a Ford for instance, you hear a good solid sound. And each time you open and close the precision fitted doors you hear further proof of Fords solid construction. Even the quiet hum of the power windows and four-way power seats reflects quality craftsmanship. Now there's a sound that signals adventure ahead. The distinctive sound of Thunderbird V8 power. And of course every Ford ...

... 1947 and 1948 Ford Group Paint and Color Codes For correct identification, please refer to the colour code listings on this site. Lucite®- Acrylic Lacquer is recommended for SPOT REPAIR, panel repair and overall refinishing of all original automotive finishes. Centari- Acrylic Enamel is recommended for small area, panel repair and overall refinishing. Dulux®- Enamel may be used for panel repair and overall refinishing. Note- No color combination numbers are shown on Ford and Mercury cars. It may be necessary at all times to tint colours to produce a satisfactory match due to normal weathering and changes in colour standards. 1947 and 1948 FORD and MERCURY EXTERIOR COLORS SWATCH COLOR FORD PAINT CODE YEARS Dulux® Duco® Blue Gray Metallic M-14225 1947- 1948 181-23892 202-32710 Monsoon ...

... Concept Cars: Ford Reflex The Ford Reflex proves that small cars can be bold, American and innovative. The sporty concept is expected to be an auto show star, reflecting a growing and important "small is big" trend in America. Reflex is a technological showcase with its advanced diesel-electric hybrid engine � delivering up to 65 miles per gallon � solar panels, flexible interior made from synthetic and regenerated materials, and such advanced safety features as inflatable safety belts in the rear. The concept underscores Ford's intent to offer bold, American designs regardless of vehicle size. "From consumer electronics to urban dwellings, small is becoming big in America," says Peter Horbury, executive director, North American Design. "The bold and innovative design of Reflex stretches the traditional ...

... The Ford Falcon Story: The XR Falcon The Mustang Inspired Falcon XR... The All New XR Falcon, Now With A V8 Option All new, Mustang bred. So beautiful was the new XR that it seemed destined to achieve great things. The marketing campaign emphasised the links with the more upmarket Mustang, but in any case many knew the Mustang was in fact derived from the Falcon in the first place. Apart from the bold new styling, mechanical changes would see the introduction of a V8- something Holden buyers would have to wait anotehr 18 months for, the Chrysler Valiant AP6 being the only other Australian built car to offer a bent 8 as an option. Importantly for Falcon buyers, the 289 V8 option was available across the entire range. It incorporated more Australian ...

... Ford XA GT Identification Ford Colour Codes A- L Ford Colour Codes M -Z Ford Price Guide Identifying your XA GT: Finding the ID Numbers and Plates: The engine number is stamped on the front of the block above the fuel pump Body Prefix Number is stamped on the radiator support panel on the passenger side After 1st January 1971 it was stamped on the passenger spring tower, parallel with the fender Two I.D. plates: One located on passenger side bulk head after January 1973 Prior to that Ford started placing 8 holes in the firewall (for 2 tags) in September 1972 So some Setember 1972, all 10th 11th and 12 month 1972 XA's came from the factory with a single tag and with an extra 8 holes for the double tags. Depending on ...