Thanks Thanks:  0
Likes Likes:  0
Needs Pictures Needs Pictures:  0
Picture(s) thanks Picture(s) thanks:  0
Results 1 to 6 of 6
  1. 5th August 2010, 12:08 PM #1
    garfield's Avatar
    garfield
    garfield is offline SENIOR MEMBER
    Join Date
    Nov 2006
    Location
    NSW
    Posts
    774

    Default 7 Seater Ford Territory

    Hi Guys,

    I started a thread about a Ford Territory a fair while back and had alot of helpful advice. thread here https://www.woodworkforums.com/f116/f...rritory-94255/ but because of it's age I cannot reply to it.

    After all this time we've decided to get a Ford Territory. We have test driven a couple and they are lovely to drive.

    I was worried my wife wouldn't like driving it because of its size but she says she didn't find it that bad, so we've decided it is the car for us.

    There are a couple of different types to choose from and I'm just wondering if anyone could help us in deciding that please.

    I don't know whether we should go for the AWD or the 2 Wheel drive etc....

    I'd really appreciate some help.

    Thanks in advance
    Geoff
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  2. 5th August 2010 12:08 PM # ADS
    Google Adsense Advertisement
    Join Date
    Always
    Location
    Advertising world
    Posts
    Many





     
  3. 5th August 2010, 03:35 PM #2
    ratchet
    ratchet is offline Senior Member
    Join Date
    Jan 2006
    Location
    Greystanes
    Posts
    104

    Default

    we do not go off road

    we tow a 16 foot caravan

    my wife (58) has no trouble driving , mind you before this we had a landcruiser

    ours is a 2007 build , purchased 02/2080

    we have the RWD

    we are very happy with the car , drives like sedan , good on trips , lots of room
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  4. 6th August 2010, 12:11 AM #3
    garfield's Avatar
    garfield
    garfield is offline SENIOR MEMBER
    Join Date
    Nov 2006
    Location
    NSW
    Posts
    774

    Default

    Thanks Ratchet.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  5. 6th August 2010, 05:50 PM #4
    Harry72's Avatar
    Harry72
    Harry72 is offline SENIOR MEMBER
    Join Date
    Nov 2004
    Location
    Port Pirie SA
    Age
    52
    Posts
    6,908

    Default

    The only drawbacks of AWD over RWD are a moderate increase of fuel consumption and another extra couple of bits that will need maintenance.
    ....................................................................
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  6. 6th August 2010, 06:10 PM #5
    Big Shed's Avatar
    Big Shed
    Big Shed is offline Retired Member
    Join Date
    Nov 2006
    Location
    Bendigo Victoria
    Age
    80
    Posts
    16,560

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by Harry72 View Post
    The only drawbacks of AWD over RWD are a moderate increase of fuel consumption and another extra couple of bits that will need maintenance.
    Friend has a RWD Territory, which he likes, but he complains about high fuel consumption.

    Driving and handling is excellent, it should be it uses the same "chassis" as the Ford Falcon station wagon.

    The engine runs very well on direct injected LPG, which will save a lot of money if you are going to keep it for a while and do more than 20,000Km pa.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  7. 6th August 2010, 10:43 PM #6
    ajw
    ajw is offline SENIOR MEMBER
    Join Date
    Jun 2007
    Location
    Blue Mountains
    Posts
    817

    Default

    I'm on my 4th Territory now. (Company car - and they change them over at 40,000 km or 2 years).

    Obviously, I'm happy with the vehicle. Fuel economy is around 12 litres/100 km with a mix of city and motorway driving. Haven't had any problems with any of them.

    If you're getting a brand new one, you can get some factory fitted options that might be useful to you. I get the bluetooth kit installed for linking to my mobile. It mutes the radio when the phone rings, and allows you to answer/disconnect a phone call by pushing one button just under the radio. Works well for me.

    I also get the hard fold-back cover for the luggage compartment. It's considered an optional extra, but I think it shold be mandatory. Keeps things in the boot area nice and secure while driving.

    I also get as many airbags and other safety stuff as possible. You don't need to go to the Ghia model to get these. You can add them as options for much less than the price of the Ghia.

    Hope that helps.

    ajw
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Similar Threads

  1. Hello from Bundy rum territory.
    By Sparkiekosten in forum G'day mate - THE WELCOME WAGON -Introduce yourself
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 10th June 2009, 03:21 PM
  2. Ford Territory
    By garfield in forum MOTOR VEHICLES
    Replies: 33
    Last Post: 27th April 2009, 01:06 PM
  3. single seater lounge chair
    By Rhys Cooper in forum WOODWORK - GENERAL
    Replies: 34
    Last Post: 8th July 2008, 08:43 PM
  4. garden bench 2 seater
    By jow104 in forum WOODWORK PICS
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 7th May 2004, 06:50 PM

Tags for this Thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules