| Sometimes automakers really do listen to | | | | by building the FX2. Specifically, the new model is |
| consumers. In the case of Ford, particularly with | | | | in response to the overwhelmingly positive buzz a |
| its crowd pleasing F-150 pick-up truck, Ford not | | | | concept version has been receiving at auto shows |
| only is listening, but delivering. What am I talking | | | | everywhere. |
| about? A hot-rod pick-up truck, that's what. That's | | | | So, what separates the FX2 from the average |
| right, Ford is going ahead with plans to market a | | | | F-150? Plenty, including the following features as |
| truly "boss" version of its perennially best selling | | | | shared by Ford in a recent press release |
| truck, the F-150, to give many fans just what | | | | announcing the new model: |
| they have wanted. Read on for a sneak preview | | | | -- a dark billet grille |
| of Ford's soon to be released FX2, a | | | | -- a sporty, deep front valance |
| dream-come-true for avid Ford lovers. | | | | -- clear headlights paired with platinum bezels |
| With gas prices approaching record levels, some | | | | -- monochromatic paint scheme that blends in the |
| are questioning Ford's decision to release yet | | | | bumper, side mirrors, and door handles with the |
| another version of its highly popular full sized | | | | rest of the truck |
| pick-up truck, the F-150. Yet, demand for big | | | | -- chrome exhaust tip |
| trucks and SUVs continues to remain strong | | | | -- 18 inch wheels |
| suggesting that size really does matter for many | | | | -- black captain chairs with red stitching, available |
| consumers. True, a smaller truck can be adequate | | | | in clothe or in leather |
| for some motorists however most contractors | | | | -- flow-through center console with floor shifter |
| require the large carrying capacity of the F-150 | | | | Engine choices haven't been announced, but Ford |
| thus the continued high demand of these types of | | | | has said that its popular 5.4L V8 will be offered. |
| trucks. Plus, serious pick-up truck drivers will tell | | | | The FX2, a two wheel drive vehicle, will |
| you that there is nothing that matches the | | | | complement an existing off road model, the FX4. |
| abundant capacity of an eight foot bed in carrying | | | | Ford builds more versions of its full sized pick up |
| everything from lumber to yard debris to sport | | | | truck than any other manufacturer in the world. |
| gear and more. | | | | Yes, the FX2 is another part of Ford's "Bold |
| As it is with many truck owners, function is one | | | | Moves" promotional campaign. While the new |
| thing while styling is but another. Base versions of | | | | model is based on an existing truck, it does |
| the F-150 are attractive and capable enough, but | | | | something that Ford is finally learning to do right: |
| sport concepts have continued to create so much | | | | listen to its consumers. With the 2007 F-150 FX2, |
| buzz that Ford is responding to consumer demand | | | | it appears that Ford has responded with certainty. |