ISSUE 26 - NOVEMBER 2008
  

A word from the
Dealer Principal



Hello and welcome to our November E-News and a special welcome to our new subscribers. 

What an interesting world we are in living in at present: one would think that by all the press reports that Australia is a state in the US!

We are finally seeing relief at the petrol pumps and last week the Mobil at Darlington was down to 109.9 cents per litre. Together with cuts in the interest rate this will no doubt lift all our spirits and confidence.

It certainly has lifted enquiries for us recently which we are very pleased about.

Well done to our new Ford department who currently hold down a top 10 position in Australia for customer service with an A+ rating.

Enjoy our issue and happy and safe motoring.

Andrew Brown,
Dealer Principal.

Hyundai i10 Bound For Australia?


Hyundai i10

Following on from our feature car last month with the soon to be released i20 we now take a look at i10 which Hyundai is considering adding to its Australian portfolio.

Having already received strong reviews in Europe, the i10 hatchback will slot in underneath the i20 hatch as its sub-b-segment and could be on sale by the end of 2009, making for a solid light car contribution from Hyundai.

The i10 five-door hatchback weighs in between 880kg and 1014kg and is powered by a choice of two petrol engines: a 1.1-litre single-cam 12-valve unit which produces 49kW of power at  5500rpm and 99Nm of torque at 2800rpm; or a 1.2-litre twin-cam 16-valve engine delivers around 55kW at 5200rpm and 116Nm at 4000rpm.

Drive is focused on the front wheels through a five-speed manual or – an option made available on Australian models - a four-speed automatic gearbox while suspension comes from MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam rear axle.

Watch this space - we will keep you posted on this wonderful little car.

Hyundai iLoad Vans Chosen to be
NSW Police 'Brawler' Van


iLoad Brawler

NSW Police have chosen the Hyundai iLoad crew van as the vehicle for their new ‘Brawler’ paddy wagon vans.

The new paddy wagon prototype, which has a secure prisoner cell and police livery, is complete and passed the testing phase.

The testing involved a series of assessments including sustained brake performance, ride and handling, fit for purpose, ease of use, and comfort.

NSW Police are currently running field trials and have  operated in two local area commands which have reportedly performed exceptionally well.

The next eight vehicles are in production adding to the fleet of vans protecting the streets of NSW.

Let's hope none you get a free ride!

QUOTE OF
THE MONTH


“Whenever you find you are on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect”

-Mark Twain
(1835-1910)

How much do you need to retire?

An interesting question that can be answered here:

https://onlineservices.amp.com.au/MyRetirementSimulation/showSimulator

Limited offers only available on new pre August 08 vehicles at participating Ford Dealers. Ford Dealers and Ford Australia reserve the right to change or extend these offers. Unless otherwise specifed, standard retail charges apply for Dealer delivery, options, accessories and statutory fees. Stock may vary between dealers. All prices are recommended. 1. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc. Connection cable sold separately. 2. Set of four. †Fuel card by redemption on vehicles purchased and delivered prior to November 30, 2008

CUSTOMER PROFILE - LANGFORDS HOTEL BROKERS

With constant changes to market conditions, legislation and marketing strategies, it is important to keep abreast with these trends. Langfords Hotel Brokers offers a service that is powerfully fresh and contemporary but one that is most importantly ethical, positive and successful – traits that have become synonymous with the Langfords name since 1959.

Managing Director John Langford has been a long time client of Adrian Brien Ford. Our Business Centre Manager Phil Steer has had a long association with John and the team. John recently updated to a new Ford FG XR8 and wife Jill purchased a Ford Mondeo while one of his senior consultants drove out in one of the first Ford FG XR6s ever released.

To find out more about the services of Langfords visit their website www.langfords.info






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