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Didda


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Hi out there, 

Our Ford Falcom BA Mk 2 has done 212,000km and mostly towing and time to update.  We can not afford a new car so what to do now is the problem.

Because I do not like really big cars we have always had a sedan and are thinking of updating to a Ford Territory maybe 2014 model.We have spent lots of money on the suspension of the Falcon and are a bit afraid that the Territory will have the same problems.

We tow a 18ft Jayco Poptop Westport.  We would like to hear of your experiences and if you have any problems with the Territory 

We know nothing about cars except they go and sometimes they don't!

Thanks Didda and Gordy



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Hi Didda, We currently have a 2014 diesel territory which is the base model, there are 3 terrys in the family from 2004 a 2008 & mine, the other 2 are petrol. They are a good value for money, the 2004 model has done 260000 klms. (Awd) & recently replaced rear diff bush, front shocks (car is dualfuel) coil pack & spark plugs, car tows 20FT. ski boat or 18ft. Van albeit being thirsty but still a good tow car. My diesel is a different beast, 440nm. Of torque from the well proven v6 td., town consumtion 7.9 to 8.7klms/ 100, Beautiful car to drive (highly underrated) I tow a 1600kg. Jayco freedom with no problems, love the reverse camera with zoom feature for hooking up van, in general We find them good cars in that price range, consumable parts are quite cheap, lots of horror stories but the 4 terrys in total in our family have just been what i would expect from any car in this price range, Joda..

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Didda


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Thanks Joda for your reply that is comforting.  We will have to spend some of our savings and at 76 this is a bit scry so do not want to make a big mistake  We really appreciate you taking the time to reply.  I think I can manage to drive a Territory after the Falcon, while one of the SUV's is a bit scary to park for me.



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Aus-Kiwi


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The early ones had front ball joint issues . But it would be well replaced by now . Most vehicles with mileage require suspension bush replacement!! Second hand, high ish mileage ? Check that it has been serviced through it life like all cars .

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You could always go for another BA - Look around for lower mileage Fairmont models -as they were more expensive they tended to be treated better most of your suspension upgrade will be able to swap over - Jus Thinkin.

The other idea that will be howled down but is really practical and a much safer vehicle than your BA - Great Wall have some deals on at the moment for around $20K new on road www.caradvice.com.au/477572/2017-great-wall-steed-review/

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hi Didda we had a 2010 tx territory and have towed a 18 foot van around for seven years and have just given it to our son as a family car the only thing we did to it was rear springs and bushes and service the auto, it was a great  car and the son is more than happy with it, we now have a ford ranger xlt

regards Phil b

 



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