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Who said Armour vehicles belong to the army, VIPs, Politicians and CITs?

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa together with SVI Engineering are excited to announce the availability of Ford-Approved Armour Protection for the Ranger – a first for any original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in South Africa. The Ranger is among the best-selling vehicles in South Africa, and the introduction of Armoured protection will help establish its position in an entirely new segment both for private and fleet customers.

Key Points

The armouring of the Rangers does not impact the Standard Warranty and Service Plan that all Ford Rangers receive.
Can be ordered directly from Ford dealers and build time is around 8weeks.
Two Options are offered for the Armoured Ranger, namely B4 and B6 Armoured Specifications.

B4 Armoured Specification

B4 offers customers bullet-resistant protection against handguns up to a .44 Magnum. This is the typical anti-hijack solution that also offers protection against brick-throwing and other hand-held projectiles.

B6 Armoured Specification

B6 is the highest level of civilian protection allowed without a special permit and has been designed for the valuables-in-transit industry as well as high-profile individuals needing the ultimate level of protection. This has been designed to protect against the ammunition fired by the R1 Assault Rifle and the AK47.

B4 and B6 armour protection covers the following areas:

All glazing surrounding the occupants
A-, B- and C-pillars of the vehicle
Doors / Firewalls
Rear of the cabin
Front fenders to protect engine components and firewall
Battery and ABS unit

The go-getters, mover-shakers, wave makers: Get set to find yourself behind the wheel of the new Ford Figo Blu, this special edition is made for those who don’t believe in following others, it allows customers to dwell in their uniqueness and stand out from the crowd.

Style and design:

The Figo is simply one of the easier choices in life, every aspect has been thoughtfully crafted from the inside-out with a bold eye-catching exterior look and an interior aimed to give you a new perspective! The Blu package is only available in the Figo 1.5 Trend 5 door Manual and is characterized by a restyled black mesh grille giving it a more robust look, 15-inch black alloy wheels, blue fog lamp bezels, contrast painted mirror housings, a black roof and unique signage on the sides to round it off and adding to a stylishly sporty appearance.

Stepping inside, you are welcomed by a custom interior giving it a more refined and upmarket look. The Blu logo is embroidered on the front seats and floor mats, all four door panels have glossy blue finishes to add that special touch and a leather steering wheel is fitted.

Performance and driving comfort:

It is powered by a 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder engine and delivers a maximum power output of 88 kW and 150 Nm of torque. It can take on those steep hills with ease, handle corners extremely well, is quite punchy on acceleration and has over-all great driving dynamics. It is quite spacious for a compact vehicle and is perfect for day to day city life and weekend getaways. The Figo has a claimed combined fuel consumption of 5.7-litres/100km, the fuel tank capacity is 42 litre and has a top speed of 175 km/h.

Safety and innovation:

The auto drive-away locking system is found quite nifty and provides peace of mind in today’s life. Driver and passenger airbags, ABS brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and engine immobiliser comes standard on all Figo models. It has been designed to offer comfort and entertainment for every journey and comes with Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port and a Ford docking station which allows you to store, mount and charge your smart device. It is easily accessible and perfect when using GPS on your phone.

Step up for yourself, step into the unique Figo Blu and #GoMakeWaves future of South Africa. You will have to hurry as there are only 360 units on offer in South Africa! Contact our friendly and professional sales team on 087 724 8757 to claim yours or visit 610 Steve Biko Road, Gezina, Pretoria while we still have this limited edition on our floor.

Source: www.ford.co.za

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