Could the Shaker be making a return

[tempest]

Looking at the FPV pics and some words from Barret came into my head. This has been mentioned already in some threads

“The [FPV Falcon] model line-up is not significantly changed but there are a few surprises,” says FPV general manager Rod Barrett. “There is a change in the model line-up, there is a change in spec, and there is a major change in appearance on the line-up.”

“When it comes out and when you see it, you’ll see things that I’ve done so you can say, ‘That’s a Rod Barrett FPV,” says the Ford performance boss.

“I hopefully will have achieved major differentiation of the model range and from the mainstream range.

“You might not even see it or even see it as a critical modification for FPV, but I hope you will. I know FPV’s loyal, passionate supporters will acknowledge and acclaim it.”


Now look at the bonnet and the sticker positioning and layout...
EDIT - Or it might just be the racoon eyes...
Oops

[Polyal]

I have to rub my eyes everytime I see that pic, they will be mean in the metal!

[Quicksand]

you know...you bring up a good point...there is a nice amount of space there for that...mmmmmmmmmm tasty

[davez104]

I so want one. Just bought a new XR8 a couple months ago in case the Orion turned out to be another AU, kickin myself now. FG looks horn.

[LTDHO]

No it shouldn't!

Ford has milked and killed 'GT' and 'Cobra'. Shaker was almost killed as a mod for BA/F.

Ford need to design something instead of raping the old stuff.

[tempest]

gee it does look nice in that colour though!!!

[Shaggzy]

They did leave a perfect spot there for a shaker to go on but.........i think they should leave it in the past

[4Vman]

Apart from the obvious styling "faux pas" a 70's shaker on a modern car is I don't think it would pass ADR's unless it was a subtle "shaker style" scoop actually part of the bonnet rather than a functional piece of the engine poking through the bonnet...

[bjr22n_]

Damn, that looks pretty mean, As for the shaker... I don't think it will suit as nicely as it looks now.

It actually reminds me of Alice Cooper.... the dark eyes and the aggressive look.

[R0BD0G]

if this is a production model then anything made by FPV is cool...but ford design team can go crawl into a hole... i hate the FG

[Nikked]

shaker aye...some looke good until the bonnet was popped, and there was a mass of piping everywhere.

[GT0132]

Originally Posted by Polyal

I have to rub my eyes everytime I see that pic, they will be mean in the metal!

Sorry it looks like an overgrown Camry with a few bling mods....No appeal at all ...When the BA GT came out in 2003 I immediately fell in love ....This car just does not do it for me like teh BA did.... It may take time to adjust I guess

[Bossxr8]

100% there is no shaker.

[BFYOOT]

looks like its got a big black mouthguard in

[TUF_302]

Im considering placing an order when i can!!

[Falcon Coupe]

Shakers should be left in the 70's along with the HO tag.

New models deserve respect for what they are.

[nugget378]

Looks great as it is to me,Great colour combo and ultra agressive stance..

[Geez Louise]

I would like to see one with a scoop...but then...I am partial to them anyway. I do love that car! Racoon eyes and all!

[DJM83]

Originally Posted by Falcon Coupe

Shakers should be left in the 70's along with the HO tag.

New models deserve respect for what they are.

Ditto, shakers look terrible on BA/F and AU

[Riksta]

Originally Posted by davez104

...in case the Orion turned out to be another AU

And what's wrong with the AU, they're awesome!

[gtfpv]

if a GT is supossed to be an in your face vehicle, than i have to say the new FG gt is much more in your face than a ba or bf. so much so that a shaker or differant wheels may be too much.

[DEVL-XR]

That looks so tough! I want one!

Leave the shaker off tho, it looks means as how it is now.

[Professor Farnsworth]

Originally Posted by Riksta

And what's wrong with the AU, they're awesome!

i think there are already 8 thousand threads reagarding the answer to that question.

[GT0132]

Originally Posted by ozmale42

Sorry it looks like an overgrown Camry with a few bling mods....No appeal at all ...When the BA GT came out in 2003 I immediately fell in love ....This car just does not do it for me like teh BA did.... It may take time to adjust I guess

I think I must be in a state of denial...Love one but other things taken priority....with 2 exceptions...The XA and BA.....My next door neighbour bought a 302 XA Fairmont in 1972 when I was 10 and it was my dream car...Took me 3 years to get used to the XD's and similar with the EA/EB/Ed's....Quite liked the EF/EL's...never got used to the AU unless it was an AU3 XR8.

I actally like the B's with the shaker but probably won't get one...Look good on Rapid.

Shaker on the new model?...maybe ...maybe not.

[SVTVNM]

I think the GT is growing on me but on the other hand I think the BF GT is the last of the true late model muscle cars in appearence. I recon a FG GT in silver with the orange decal kit and shaker would look sweet. Probably be due to update the XR8 in a couple of years so FG update looking good.

[Nikked]

Originally Posted by gtfpv

if a GT is supossed to be an in your face vehicle, than i have to say the new FG gt is much more in your face than a ba or bf. so much so that a shaker or differant wheels may be too much.

Good point, the iconc (and memorable) XW-XY was in your face, as goes many muscle cars, Chargers, SLR toranas, Etc.

[RAPIDBILL]

Originally Posted by ozmale42

I actally like the B's with the shaker but probably won't get one...Look good on Rapid.

No argument from me...

[XR6_661]

I think we need a shaker photochopped onto a new GT

[Whitey-AMG]

^^^^^ x 2

[Geez Louise]

I agree...need to see it photochopped