Staff, Tuesday January 30, 2001.
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What’s big, yellow, and frequents B & S balls all around Australia? – The Ford Falcon Mongrel ute.
Following in the footsteps of a long line of head-turning show utes, including the ‘Terra’, ‘Sandfire’ and the ‘Venom’, the bright yellow ‘Mongrel’ has been designed as the ultimate B & S ball ute. The project is the result of the combined talents of Ford, Allan Nixon (The Uteman) and a host of aftermarket suppliers.
Based upon a styleside Falcon ute the Mongrel sits on heavily modified suspension designed to raise the ride height without compromising the ride and handling. The Python 17“x8” alloy wheels are fitted with massive Wrangler F1 235/65R17 tyres. Fitted out for the roughest conditions modifications include an off-road snorkel, chrome bull-bar, running boards and a roll bar with four high-mount lights.
Inside the cabin the Mongrel is trimmed in yellow and charcoal leather. Additions to the cabin include automatic climate control, a fold-away television screen and an enhanced stereo system.
The Mongrel’s matching trailer is fitted with a hard tonneau cover that transforms into a two-man tent when raised.
The Mongrel ute will be touring rural Australia with the ‘Uteman’ throughout 2001 and appears certain to draw a crowd whenever it stops. Internet updates on the Mongrel’s appearances will appear on ‘ www.uteman.com.au’.
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