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Topic: New Fairlane in 2003.5?
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 24286
From: Saco, Maine Toys: '70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
Registered: May 99
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posted 01-22-2001 05:37 PM
   
"Ford to introduce new rear wheel drive mid-size in 2003.5From BlueOvalNews.com's Robert Lane The last U.S. Ford Fairlane rolled off of the assembly line back in the late 1960's. . . .but word around Dearborn is that it might be coming back as an all new mid-size rear wheel drive model. The mid-sized Fairlane was introduced as a 1962 model sporting the all new 221 V8 Windsor engine (predecesor to the 302). The Fairlane was an immediate sales success and continued to sell extremely well throughout the 1960's; however, by 1970 the nameplate was dropped and replaced by the Torino moniker. The "Fairlane" is one of Ford's most memorable nameplates. Henry Ford's estate here in Dearborn is named Fairlane after the town where Henry Ford's ancestors in Ireland are from. While the Fairlane nameplate didn't survive too long in the States, it has been preserved down under in Austrailia. But that might be changing real soon. As the next generation Taurus (D219) program moves to an S.U.V. or more like BMW's S.A.V. (Sport Activity Vehicle), Ford will need a new mid size vehicle to fill the gap. Enter Ford's E158 program. The E158 program has been given the official green light from Ford and will appear in 2003.5 as a 2004 model. It's highly speculated that the E158 will use the S197 2003 Mustang's hybrid DEW98 chassis. The DEW98 chassis is currently shared between the Lincoln LS, Jaguar S and 2001 Thunderbird. From Ford's internal documents we know that the E158 will use two different engines. The "High Package" will use an all new 3.5L V6. The "High Package" will be available with either an automatic or manual transmission. The 4.6L V8 will be the only optional engine available. Ford has assinged an engineering code of "F7" to the E158 program. Everyone knows that Ford Motor Company wants to consolidate platforms and create globally recognized nameplates. The Ford Fairlane name is just one name that fits into that bill. The E158 will appear at or near the same time as the EA169 next generation Ford Fairlane in Austrailia." ------------------
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
'97 Probe GTS 2.5L Disposable Commuter
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 14326
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA 1968 Fastback & 1995 Vert MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 01-22-2001 09:37 PM
Now thats good news...another rear wheel drive (ALL AMERICAN) car coming on the market.
sam
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Joe Clutch
Gearhead Posts: 1015
From: Austin, Texas M&M Member #352
Registered: Jan 2000
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posted 01-23-2001 06:15 AM
I like it! 
Now, about the Galaxie...?
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Thud
Gearhead Posts: 924
From: Cumming,Ga.,USofA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 01-23-2001 06:33 AM
WOO HOO!!!!!------------------
"It only takes money"
Dwayne
M&M Member #18 '94 Lightning #942 of 4007
'70 Mach1
'69 Cyclone Spoiler II
'65 Galaxie 500 + parts car
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 24286
From: Saco, Maine Toys: '70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
Registered: May 99
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posted 01-23-2001 08:28 AM
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Originally posted by Joe Clutch:
I like it!
Now, about the Galaxie...?
I bet we see that nameplate again some day. ------------------
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
'97 Probe GTS 2.5L Disposable Commuter
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TomP
Gearhead Posts: 4055
From: Delta BC Canada
Registered: Dec 99
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posted 01-23-2001 04:20 PM
Be careful what you wish for...We don't need a tiny Korean-built piss-pot named a Galaxie just to have the name regurgitated  But i agree, maybe a performance version of a Crown Vic?
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fordfan
Gearhead Posts: 2557
From: Walla Walla, Wa, USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 01-24-2001 02:48 PM
Still no 427!!!???!!!! 
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fordguy
Journeyman Posts: 66
From: springhill,fl
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 01-24-2001 05:41 PM
if it looks like the aussie version it won't be bad. pretty good looking car.------------------
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 13182
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 01-26-2001 11:25 AM
Now all we need is a "Cobra" or "GT" version of it.  ------------------
Alex Denysenko Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member
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89_coupe
Journeyman Posts: 30
From: Albuquerque, NM
Registered: Mar 2001
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posted 03-07-2001 02:59 AM
How about a 2004 T-Bolt option with 4 valve 4.6 and 6 speed as standard equiptment and 5.4Eaton supercharged Lightning engine as optional. I can only wish ------------------
KENT
'65 Fairlane 500 wagon w/351W(soon to be 392), '78 Fairmont wagon w/392, '89 Mustang coupe in progress w/418, '88 california GT, 351 Pinto wagon
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Thud
Gearhead Posts: 924
From: Cumming,Ga.,USofA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 03-07-2001 06:47 AM
I've been thinking about what a Galaxie could be...A Crown Vic, lightly dechromed, only Galaxie badge on the tail; the best road-burner suspension that can be installed without spinal damage; a full-power Lightning engine (no intake or exhaust excuses); a custom 'glass hood to cover it, with tasteful ducts to the cold-air induction (NACA's on each side of the leading edge?); bucket seats with the trick console out of the "FortyNine" showcar. NO OPTIONS! But... Four packages: Galaxie 500XL: Full luxo content with auto or Full luxo content with 6-speed manual Galaxie 500: De-contented. Think Cobra R; one version with auto, one with manual. ------------------
"It only takes money" Dwayne M&M Member #18
'94 Lightning #942 of 4007
'70 Mach1
'69 Cyclone Spoiler II
'65 Galaxie 500 + parts car [This message has been edited by Thud (edited 03-07-2001).]
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Fordman75
Journeyman Posts: 42
From: Lonsdale, MN, 55046
Registered: Jun 2000
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posted 07-30-2002 11:05 PM
What would be a cool car to slap the Galaxie nameplate on would be a Ford version of the Marauder. [This message has been edited by MLariviere (edited 07-30-2002).]
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MLariviere
Moderator Posts: 2538
From: Biddeford,Me.USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 07-30-2002 11:44 PM
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Fordman75:
[B]What would be a cool car to slap the Galaxie nameplate on would be a Ford version of the Marauder. I bet you're right. {sorry,wrong button  }
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Boss302
Gearhead Posts: 310
From: Coleman, Wisconsin
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 07-31-2002 09:16 PM
quote:
Originally posted by fordfan:
Still no 427!!!???!!!!
still no 390?!------------------
Max
-1989 Mustang GT
225/50R15 tires
BBK Strut Brace
http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/Boss302.html
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fordnmerc
Gearhead Posts: 196
From: Watkins Glen, NY USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 08-01-2002 08:27 AM
There is some talk that the new car MIGHT carry the name Torino, rather than Fairlane. I am all for that, if it is a really nice car. And it would give it a separate 'identity' from the Aussie cars.------------------
David Spread Joy. Less cholesterol than butter! 1978 LTD II 2 Door
1979 Ranchero GT
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 13182
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-01-2002 08:51 PM
Well all right! ------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator/ non 65-66 Mustang owner sensitivity co-ordinator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA National Record Holder '00, '01, & '02
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MLariviere
Moderator Posts: 2538
From: Biddeford,Me.USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 08-01-2002 09:43 PM
I just hope they have the brains to make it a rear driver. Enough with front wheel drive cars,already!
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