[CU2] 2009 Euro Launch for Ozhonda members in melb!

[SPQR]

I'm wondering what people thinks of the tyres, base comes with Yokohama something (can't remember what it was), and lux comes with Michelin Premacy (pretty sure but could be wrong).

The car just arrived in Darwin today. I noticed the 17" Yokohama tyres on the standard but not the tyre model but I noticed that the tyre doesn't have a flange shield where as the Luxury's 18's Michelins do. The height of the sidewall might have something to do with that.

Have to wait for a drive before I can comment on the tyres.

[euro77]

another review: http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/Ar...s_seat&IsPgd=0

[Mike Star]

Hi there,
My dealer invited me in for a good look at the 09 Euro Lux Sat Nav after the showroon had closed on Tuesday. My impressions were:
- I think the car looks much better in the metal than in photographs. I still prefer the lines of the MY06 onwards series especially with a Euro R Grille or similar.
- The interior design and layout is very nice. Somehow not as "sporty" as the 06 onwards but really well finished and classy.
- The car feels bigger inside but when I set the seat for my driving position rear legroom seemed to be about the same as the MY06.
- The satin "metallic" look dash trim garnish is very Accura like and looks very nice and you don't have to spend extra like I did for my MY06.
- Nice steering wheel look and feel. Again not as sporty as the MY06 onwards but classy.
- P Leather at last !! So much nicer than the leather in my MY06. Better to look at and much nicer to the touch.
- Seats seem wider and a bit better bolstered.
- 17" and 18" Alloy Wheel design left me a little cold. I prefer my MY06 alloys.
- Temporary spare in the Luxury is a real bummer.
- Some carry over colors and a couple of new ones.

That's all I can think of for the moment.
Cheers

[Type R Positive]

I'm wondering what people thinks of the tyres, base comes with Yokohama something (can't remember what it was), and lux comes with Michelin Premacy (pretty sure but could be wrong).

Yep, lux comes with Michy Premacy's.
I just checked my base, it's got Yokohama DB decibel E70's. They seemed more than acceptable for the job.

[Type R Positive]

Pretty much my thoughts Mike.

I just got back from picking up my base, I will have to write a bit of a review with pics.

[aaronng]

Mike Star, I merged your new thread with this one. No point having 2 threads with the same topic of discussion.

[UNLS1]

Yep, lux comes with Michy Premacy's.
I just checked my base, it's got Yokohama DB decibel E70's. They seemed more than acceptable for the job.

i have a base here with bridgestone turanzas on it from factory

[MKI4EVA]

Hi there,
My dealer invited me in for a good look at the 09 Euro Lux Sat Nav after the showroon had closed on Tuesday. My impressions were:
- I think the car looks much better in the metal than in photographs. I still prefer the lines of the MY06 onwards series especially with a Euro R Grille or similar.

was the 09lux you looked at kitted up? I noticed from your avatart that yours is.

there would be quite a big difference in visual feel of the car kitted vs non-kitted.

[Type R Positive]

i have a base here with bridgestone turanzas on it from factory

Auto or Man? mine is Man. One would think they would have the same tyres though...

[SPQR]

Auto or Man? mine is Man. One would think they would have the same tyres though...

MT or AT doesn't matter. They have at least two brands of tyre available in case one has supply problems and to keep each one honest and keen on price.

For example, one could be affected by industrial problems (in Japan???) or an earthquake (that's more likely in Japan) or plant shut-downs. I knew that the South Pacific Tyre Factory was bound for closure when I noticed that some of the new FG Falcons come with Chinese made Goodyear tyres. Ford made provision by sourcing the tyres from elsewhere.

[Mike Star]

was the 09lux you looked at kitted up? I noticed from your avatart that yours is.

there would be quite a big difference in visual feel of the car kitted vs non-kitted.

Hi there. The Euro Lux I looked at was top of the line with Sat Nav etc but had no other "kit" on it. I take your point that my current Euro Lux has the OEM Kit etc and that does make a difference to the visual impression of the car.

[UNLS1]

MT or AT doesn't matter. They have at least two brands of tyre available in case one has supply problems and to keep each one honest and keen on price.

For example, one could be affected by industrial problems (in Japan???) or an earthquake (that's more likely in Japan) or plant shut-downs. I knew that the South Pacific Tyre Factory was bound for closure when I noticed that some of the new FG Falcons come with Chinese made Goodyear tyres. Ford made provision by sourcing the tyres from elsewhere.

very very very correct!