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Old 12-12-2008, 02:51 AM   #1
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Default Ford still testing Fiesta in S.A.?

Was on my way to work today and had 9 new Ford Fiesta's drive past in the opposite direction through the Adelaide Hills (chain of ponds).

They ranged in colour and some were 2 door, some 4 door. All had Victorian plates.

Anyone know why they'd be driving them around the hills? Perhaps a magazine review? But then why 9 of them :S

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Old 12-12-2008, 03:11 AM   #2
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One of two things. Either Press Launch (I think it is) or Salesperson training drive days.

From memory press launch is this week, think that's our answer.
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Old 12-12-2008, 08:53 AM   #3
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yeah it would be the dealer launch for that region. Its the same batch of cars that go around the country.
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Old 12-12-2008, 01:23 PM   #4
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See Drive.com.au - media launch - Adelaide hills!
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Old 12-12-2008, 08:23 PM   #5
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maybe theyre driving to a shopping centre while being chased by baddies... or on their way to a beach assault

watch Topgear Season 12 ep 06 and youll see that ford should use that as an ad
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Old 12-12-2008, 10:59 PM   #6
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I'm not really a small car fan but I had a ride in one of the new Fiesta's (Zetec, manual) last week and was very impressed with it. Finish, features and quality was outstanding for the money and I quite liked the styling for what it is. Unlike the previous model there is no tinny feel to the car. The car felt very solid much like the Focus. I think this car will do very well for them.
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