You Asked for it! The new 2009 Marauder

[Glenn]

Yes, the reborn Maurauder "Interceptor" for 2009. You asked for it and now it is close to realization. A 4 door sedan, 400 HP 5.0 liter V-8, rear solid axle, 6 speed manual transmission (yes, 6 speed), huge tires, low roof-line, luxury leather interior, 4 bucket seats with 4-point seat belts and it's available in black. It's almost here at your Ford dealers, but for now see it at the NAIAS in Detroit next week. Never say die Marauder lovers. Faith moves mountains.

See linky -

http://www.cnn.com/2007/AUTOS/01/02/ford_interceptor/index.html

Glenn

[KillJoy]

Did Chrysler and Ford merge????

KillJoy

[fairlane347]

My interest is peaked but typical Ford is always late to get in the game!

[STLR FN]

As nice as it sounds, I just don't see Ford building it. I hope they prove me wrong but I just don't see it coming. If it does I see it being neutered.

[JonW]

It's not scheduled for production from everything I've read.

[OneBADLsE]

:nono: Whats with all the reposts lately??

[merc]

The concept car is cool, but this confirms a rumor that I was hearing that Ford will introduce a 5.0 (94 MM) bore, iron block mod motor in the near future. Could be an interesting upgrade.

[Raudermaster]

Where is that a repost? Anyways, as nice at is sounds/looks, I agree that they probably won't build it unfortunately. I mean, look at the 427 concept.

[Dragcity]

Different....Definitely different.

I see three different car manufactures design points with only one glance....

It'll take some getting used to if they go ahead with it...

[Marauderjack]

IF.....they actually build it and....IF they don't "Neuter" it as DJ pointed out....It will be sticker priced at $45K+.......What next??:argue: :confused:

I'd hate to be in the upper management of ANY car company at this point in time.......Ya gotta make a profit and pick your "Target Audience" with superb accuracy.....OR YOU'RE DEAD!!:shake:

I'm just glad I was "Smart" enough to get my Marauder while they were available!!!:beer: There will NEVER be another like it....PERIOD!!!:bows:

Marauderjack:burnout:

[RCSignals]

Maybe the mods should merge all these 'Interceptor' threads into one?

[RCSignals]

...................

I'm just glad I was "Smart" enough to get my Marauder while they were available!!!:beer: There will NEVER be another like it....PERIOD!!!:bows:

Marauderjack:burnout:

Amen!! :) :cool:

[dwasson]

IF.....they actually build it and....IF they don't "Neuter" it as DJ pointed out....It will be sticker priced at $45K+.......What next??:argue: :confused:

$45K is a lot of money.

We pretty much agree that $35K was more than the Marauder was worth, so it was discounted to move the units that they did sell. At $45K you are bumping into some desireable cars. Can Ford demonstrate that the value is there? They couldn't with the LS. I won't buy a $45K car, I can't justify it to the wife. How many can they sell? As much as I like my Marauder I don't think that large high performance sedans are where Ford's future is. They need to be competitive in the transporation module segment. The "Halo effect" doesn't seem to help Ford.

[ezratty]

with for underpining the interceptor with the new mustang costs are already on the cheap side, even with a large motor and all the comfort items they could easily sell these in the 25-35K range use the 4.6 out of the CV and for the higher end the 5.4

chrysler does this with the 6 cylinder 300

ford oddly has the advantage with the less sophisticated read suspention lowering costs and sharing the platform with the mustang.

This could be the start of the CV/GM replacement as well as an luxury town car sucessor. remeber that chrysler has a long wheelbase 300 for use as a livery vehicle. NYC requires a vehicle with the extra length. even the CV used for Taxi duty are lenghthend.

If ford plays its cards right it can replace and refesh its current large sedan lineup as well as attract new buyers to the showroom.

It has to something - i hear that there is excess capacity already at the mustang facility.........

[Smokie]

It's nice if they build it, but is not for me...for $45k I do expect high tech electronics and I sure as hell am not going back to shifting, did enough of that when I was young and it gets old real quick.

[STLR FN]

with for underpining the interceptor with the new mustang costs are already on the cheap side, even with a large motor and all the comfort items they could easily sell these in the 25-35K range ...snip.........They(Ford) tried this once. Our beloved Marauder was supposed to come out in the 28-30K range and the bean counters and L/M dealers convinced Ford the Marauder could sell at 35K.... the rest they say is history and so went the Marauder.

[RCSignals]

Javier, I think it's a six speed auto.

But I agree, it can't possibly be a 45k starting price if they build that!

[Smokie]

Javier, I think it's a six speed auto.

But I agree, it can't possibly be a 45k starting price if they build that!

Duncan if it's an auto I'm in.....but

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Ford Motor Co. will introduce a 4-door, V-8 concept-car carrying most of the mechanical underpinnings of its popular Mustang sports car, the company said in a recent statement.
With its six-speed manual gearbox, low roof-line and massive 22-inch wheels, the design is targeted at driving enthusiasts looking for a bold design but who can't fit the family in a two-door coupe.

[RCSignals]

Maybe the concept is a manual? I guess we'll see what shakes out

[Merc-O-matic]

Old school.......will keep the panther platform
and continue to enjoy the ride.

Gotta Love It!

[Bruce Wayne]

Looks pretty cool to me. I can't wait for the auto show in Detroit. I'm betting Ford is going to surprise a few sceptics

[de minimus]

I'm pleased that Ford is thinking of a V8, rear wheel drive "interceptor", but a little too much Chrylser in this one for me. What happened to the 427 concept? I recently had a Dodge Magnum rental and the major thing I didn't like about it was the arm resting on the window sill. I'm 6'5" and my elbow was up around my ear level.
45K doesn't deter me - by the time that Ford replaces the Panther platform that won't be that much.
For me I'll keep the Marauder....there's nothing out there that compares with it in my humble opinion.

[03SILVERSTREAK]

Old school.......will keep the panther platform
and continue to enjoy the ride.

Gotta Love It!

What ^^^ he said. 45K and to me its kind of ugly :puke: .

[Bigdogjim]

Yeah the keep building car for "little" people...:rofl:

I am 6'6" give me a break.

[de minimus]

Yeah the keep building car for "little" people...:rofl:

I am 6'6" give me a break.

There's not much out there for us I'm afraid....airplane seats, movie theatres, cars...all made for 5"10"; 185 lb people.
One more reason to love the Marauder..

[Bigdogjim]

Best road car every! Driven to Atlanta, Jacksonville, Detroit, Indy,&Looseville in a day. Texas however was blast!

[stryker]

:down: Ohhhhhh myy... !WHAT A CRAP OF CAR! i hate it's a copycat of the ridiculous charger :puke:

STRYKER.:burnout:

[quota]

The car looks nice with a lot of presence. At least much more presence than the current "500" (five hundred what ?) which fade body does not match with a top quality chassis...

JP

[RCSignals]

Just read this weeks Autoweek.

Why is it not acceptable for Ford to create other cars based on the platform that they use for the Mustang? It does not make every car a 'Mustang'

Using the same 'platform' across various models and car types isn't new nor unique to Ford. The 'new' Camaro when ever GM does produce it, will be based on a platform that will see multi vehicle use. I don't read anyone complaining about that.

[Matt Johnson]

The thing looks very much like a Chip Foose design. It looks just behind the curve. Those lines and giant wheels are going to be out in another couple years. Looks like a cheese ride to me.

I'd repaint my MM and put a blower on it before I'd spend over 30K for another Ford or Lincoln Mercury product.

[RCSignals]

I
The thing looks very much like a Chip Foose design. It looks just behind the curve. Those lines and giant wheels are going to be out in another couple years. Looks like a cheese ride to me.

I'd repaint my MM and put a blower on it before I'd spend over 30K for another Ford or Lincoln Mercury product.

Remember it's only a concept, and those pictures are art not even of the real thing.

If it is built, it will likely not have those wheels, but maybe 18"ers, a 3V 4.6, and the six speed auto.
Might even have a base engine offering of the V6.

[Glenn]

Who can go to the auto show in Detriot next week and report on the reborn 2009 Marauder. Pictures would be great. Check to see if it is just a model or a "real" car.

Glenn

[Glenn]

Anyone go to the Detroit Auto Show to check out the new reborn 2009 Marauder concept car?

Glenn

[MENINBLK]

Jim,

You and I will be the first in line for 2009 5.0 short blocks...

OUR MARAUDERS will have a future....

[bigjon]

i really hope they build it. if not, they will lose a lot more sales to chrysler/dodge.

i really doubt they would be dumb enough to sticker that at $45k. if they do it had better have at least 500hp.

[Big House]

AMEN to that...I tip 280 and stand 6 feet even. I hate flying for that very reason.


There's not much out there for us I'm afraid....airplane seats, movie theatres, cars...all made for 5"10"; 185 lb people.
One more reason to love the Marauder..

[the_pack_rat]

I don't see where the name MARAUDER was mentioned anywhere in that article concerning that hideous looking POfutruristicS.

They can stick that thing where the sun don't shine .. I don't care if they put a 9.9 liter V12 in in with 1200 ft pds of torque.

Power & speed isn't everything ... if it's only going to be wrapped in a grotesque package.

:puke:

Just my .02.

[texascorvette]

Did Chrysler and Ford merge????

KillJoy
I thought they were merging with Toyota. Looks like maybe it is Chrysler.

[MarauderTJA]

I thought they were merging with Toyota. Looks like maybe it is Chrysler.

Paleeeeze do not even think that:eek: . They would be better off to merge with GM.:D

[texascorvette]

i really hope they build it. if not, they will lose a lot more sales to chrysler/dodge.

i really doubt they would be dumb enough to sticker that at $45k. if they do it had better have at least 500hp.
Anyone priced a Chrysler 300 SRT8 lately? It's 425HP and the price is mid-forties. In 2009, $45K will probably seem cheap.

[texascorvette]

Paleeeeze do not even think that:eek: . They would be better off to merge with GM.:Dyou mean you won't be standing in line to buy a hybrid PriusMarauder?

[ctrlraven]

Well I could kind of see Ford building this because the CV is suppose to under go its next change in 2009 as is the Mustang and isn't the LEO interceptor contract good through 2009 or whatever deal you want call it?

Excuse me if I don't make any sense, in my mind I do but only running on a few hours of sleep in the past few days has delayed brain cells from getting a proper signal to the fingers.

[Glenn]

OK, nobody posted any pictures of the reborn Marauder - HERE it is.

Glenn

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v175/bigslim/112_2007_detroit_auto_show_46z ford_.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v175/bigslim/112_2007_detroit_auto_show_45z ford_.jpg

[texascorvette]

It's even a Chrysler color!

[bigjon]

that tail end reminds me of a caprice classic

[RCSignals]

I like it. Looks very Ford to me.

I wonder how a production version would change?

[RCSignals]

It's even a Chrysler color!

Looks like the same colour as my 2006 E250

[RCSignals]

a video of the Interceptor. Exhaust sounds pretty good

http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2007/01/interceptor_vid.html

[Vortex]

Have to say "upon further review" I like it much better than from just the initial photos. Seems a little bigger than from the pics (a good thing) and it did sound nice. Im wondering how the engine would breath as the grille seems totally blocked off. If a production version was made with the same proportions (ie keep the low roof/small windows, keep the same wheels/tires) Id have to strongly consider it. Thanks for posting the vid.

[RCSignals]

From Edmunds http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Features/articleId=118988#2


Or think of the Interceptor as a concept for how to properly do a Mercury Marauder, the ill-conceived muscle sedan of a few years ago.

they just never quit with that stuff.

[Blue03]

Hmmm... Dems fightin words!!!

[RCSignals]

more pictures here http://www.autoblog.com/photos/ford-interceptor-concept/

[Vortex]

Man, the interior is uglyeeeee.

[RCSignals]

Yeah, the interior screams 'concept'

No production car would have an interior exactly like that, especially the seats.

[PhastPhil]

I don't like the seta either, but I like the full length console ala the 66 Charger. I also found the speedometer interesting because it runs counter clockwise, actually backward from what we're used to. Yet the Tach ran the traditional way.

[Blue03]

Why looky there... are those some flatulence dispersal vents in them there fancy seats? :D

[quota]

Beautiful car !
Sure that cops would prefer it to any Charger.
Let's imagine : FORD would sell it to Taxi and Police fleets. Means that there would be an "Interceptor" variant. With some more chrome, it would also be sold by Mercury and would replace the Grnd Marquis. Then we are very close to a more attractive - limited serie - Marauder version !

FORD, please make this car, sell it and come up soon with an updated "Hurricane V8" Marauder !

JP

[88LTDCV351]

Ford won't make it, unless they grow some balls. And if they do, it will only be overseas or something stupid like that (in Ford's infinate wisdom). ha ha
I say they are ready for a new version of the Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis. If it goes this Chrysler 300 route, I'm sure they will offer the neutered versions to us poor folk and (if they do offer the 400 hp) the SRT8 only available to the rich and police (but most police will undoubtably opt for the neutered version too). Doubt the fleets would even need the SRT8ish version. I like the interior but the seats look very uncomfortable. I say Ford should act like its got a pair and make a few and see what happens. Me, I like the current look of our cars better but they didn't put 400 horses in them.

[RCSignals]

It's not a "Chrysler 300" route.
It's nothing like the Chrysler 300, which is a high waisted pants grandpa looking thing.

This 'Interceptor' obviously draws largely on the previous Ford 427 concept.

[ex00p71]

Make note that it is an actual drivable car, not just a a sculptured concept they push up onto the podium. That gives me a little more hope.

[Svashtar]

Two things: I may be in the minority but I can't stand these low-profile low-visiblity greenhouse windows on these. A bit more glass please. Also, the tire sizes are just getting ridiculous. Remember when our 18"ers were something unique? This looks like the batmobile with those tires.

Ford's pricing on their cars mystifies me. Where do they come up with these figures? The $ on ours is in the drive train, and the seats and instruments are nice. But the fit and finish on things like the center console and other plastic trim is really not that great. I have had one center console ($155) replaced already under warranty. I'm not complaining as I got a good deal on mine, but I just rented a 2007 Impala for a week while my MM was in the shop, and the console, glove box, door trim, carpet fit, and seat adjustment were all the same idea as ours but done much better. You could actually lean over the console without it creaking and cracking. I am 6'8" and I could almost stretch my legs full length. Not near as much fun to drive though...!

Norm

[bmartin9122]

This car definitely has my attention. If Ford does it right, I would happily give them the keys to my Mag.

[jabird56]

Two things: I may be in the minority but I can't stand these low-profile low-visiblity greenhouse windows on these. A bit more glass please. Also, the tire sizes are just getting ridiculous. Remember when our 18"ers were something unique? This looks like the batmobile with those tires.
Norm

My concern, at what point do these low-profile windows become a safety issue? If your in an accident (heaven forbid) and the doors won't open, how are you suppose to cram yourself through these "eye slits" for windows?

[fastblackmerc]

My concern, at what point do these low-profile windows become a safety issue? If your in an accident (heaven forbid) and the doors won't open, how are you suppose to cram yourself through these "eye slits" for windows?
You'd have the same problem with the 300C, Charger & Magnum.

[dwasson]

My concern, at what point do these low-profile windows become a safety issue? If your in an accident (heaven forbid) and the doors won't open, how are you suppose to cram yourself through these "eye slits" for windows?

Have you ever been to a Marauderville? Most of us won't fit through the window of any car.

[Bruce Wayne]

That is a sweet lookin' car. I say Build it!

[Marauder2005]

Have you ever been to a Marauderville? Most of us won't fit through the window of any car.


:lol::rofl::laugh::lol:

[bmartin9122]

Have you ever been to a Marauderville? Most of us won't fit through the window of any car.

Ha! :beer:

How do you think the prez feels in his armored 'Burban that has 50cal resistant glass (http://www.alpineco.com/armored/Chevy-GMC/suburban_2007.html)?

[stryker]

!Ohhhhhhh Nooooooooo! I can't believe this sacriledge to the Marauder even I can't believe the positive opinion of most of you Marauderers how dare you to say that such... thing how Ford dare to waste again money, time and resources in create such crap of car that is only a coyocat of the trash crap of Dodge Charger what happened to the imagination of the Ford chairmen what your imagination has ended and now are copiyng from other brands i think that the Charger was the most ugly of cars But am mistaken now this crap,garbage,trash,ugly,horrib le,S:censor: t,Disgusthing,Basura,Porqueria ,Chatarra,:down: , :puke: , :bs: , :razz: , :tongue: , Waste, Depriment of car is the most ugly in the world so I will report to the owner's of Book of guiness to include that car as the most ugly and horrible in the world !Ahhh! some mangs want to add to this honest comments.

:( ¿ Why, why ?

:mad: ! Shame on you Ford !

Ford crap interceptor---> :flamer: <---Descent Marauderers



STRYKER. :burnout:

[Marauderjack]

!Ohhhhhhh Nooooooooo! I can't believe this sacriledge to the Marauder even I can't believe the positive opinion of most of you Marauderers how dare you to say that such... thing how Ford dare to waste again money, time and resources in create such crap of car that is only a coyocat of the trash crap of Dodge Charger what happened to the imagination of the Ford chairmen what your imagination has ended and now are copiyng from other brands i think that the Charger was the most ugly of cars But am mistaken now this crap,garbage,trash,ugly,horrib le,S:censor: t,Disgusthing,Basura,Porqueria ,Chatarra,:down: , :puke: , :bs: , :razz: , :tongue: , Waste, Depriment of car is the most ugly in the world so I will report to the owner's of Book of guiness to include that car as the most ugly and horrible in the world !Ahhh! some mangs want to add to this honest comments.

:( ¿ Why, why ?

:mad: ! Shame on you Ford !

Ford crap interceptor---> :flamer: <---Descent Marauderers



STRYKER. :burnout:







Well......Don't hold back there Stryker!!!

[texascorvette]

wish we could get Stryker to say what's on his mind.

[stryker]

wish we could get Stryker to say what's on his mind.:fire: So you want to know what's on my mind, well this is what is my mind about the Ford Crapceptor.

Get this Damn Crapceptor !DIE,DIEEE!- - - - :uzi:


Ford Crapceptor- - - - > :hotrice: <- - - - - STRYKER


Police Interceptor- - - - - > :bop: <- -- - - - - - Ford crapceptor

Mercury Grand Marquis- - - - - - >:bump: <- - - - - - Ford Crapceptor

And there's more but I can't post it here they're too violent and choking for heart sick ones.



STRYKER. :gunfire:

[RR|Suki]

:fire: So you want to know what's on my mind, well this is what is my mind about the Ford Crapceptor.

Get this Damn Crapceptor !DIE,DIEEE!- - - - :uzi:


Ford Crapceptor- - - - > :hotrice: <- - - - - STRYKER


Police Interceptor- - - - - > :bop: <- -- - - - - - Ford crapceptor

Mercury Grand Marquis- - - - - - >:bump: <- - - - - - Ford Crapceptor

And there's more but I can't post it here they're too violent and choking for heart sick ones.



STRYKER. :gunfire:

Do you post on another forum under the name of Oblix? you are seriously ust like Obe, unless all you Puerto Ricans are crazy :D :lol:

[dwasson]

!Ohhhhhhh Nooooooooo! I can't believe this sacriledge to the Marauder even I can't believe the positive opinion of most of you Marauderers how dare you to say that such... thing how Ford dare to waste again money, time and resources in create such crap of car that is only a coyocat of the trash crap of Dodge Charger what happened to the imagination of the Ford chairmen what your imagination has ended and now are copiyng from other brands i think that the Charger was the most ugly of cars But am mistaken now this crap,garbage,trash,ugly,horrib le,S:censor: t,Disgusthing,Basura,Porqueria ,Chatarra,:down: , :puke: , :bs: , :razz: , :tongue: , Waste, Depriment of car is the most ugly in the world so I will report to the owner's of Book of guiness to include that car as the most ugly and horrible in the world !Ahhh! some mangs want to add to this honest comments.

:( ¿ Why, why ?

:mad: ! Shame on you Ford !

Ford crap interceptor---> :flamer: <---Descent Marauderers



STRYKER. :burnout:






Have you considered switching to a decaf?

[stryker]

Have you considered switching to a decaf?:rolleyes: Yeah I have considered but is so rich that I said !Nahhhhhh! forget it .


STRYKER. :burnout:

[pantheroc]

Hey, the article in the link says "Like the Mustang, the car is rear-wheel drive with a solid rear axle." Is there a non-solid axle? :confused: ;)

[stryker]

Do you post on another forum under the name of Oblix? you are seriously ust like Obe, unless all you Puerto Ricans are crazy :D :lol::rolleyes: Well RR/SUKI two things, one. I don't post with that nick in the other Panther forums. Two. I have been thinking seriously and I have decided that The mayority of Puertoricans are :loco: When they elect as a governor a man that has serious investigations by the Federal government for Illegal donations recieved in the elections campaign but that will be changed when our commisioner resident of Puerto Rico in U.S. postulate as a candidate for the Governation of P.R.



STRYKER. :burnout:

[stryker]

:cool: Pay attention all Marauderers this is the message from the Underground that says ; all you must hate this aberration from hell and ignore it at all costs do not patrocinate that crap of S:censor: T smash with the Hammer of justice any symbol of copycats and imitations The curse will fall over all yours (Ford). :bows: ---! Ohhhhh almighty STRYKER !


STRYKER. :nworthy: ! Ohhhhh almighty STRYKER!

[texascorvette]

Hey, the article in the link says "Like the Mustang, the car is rear-wheel drive with a solid rear axle." Is there a non-solid axle? :confused: ;)
4-Wheel Independent Suspension.

[stryker]

:nocomm: ---- Except that the Ford garbageceptor must be destroyed, I HATE THAT COPYCAT.



STRYKER. :burnout:

[Mad4Macs]

4-Wheel Independent Suspension.

That reminds me... I'm getting tired of the automotive press dumping on the 'Stang for having a solid rear axle. I've had the '05 for just over a year, put 25k on the odometer, and Ford did a pretty darned good job with this car. Last time I checked, the public roadways weren't Laguna Seca, and it's pretty rare that anyone gets the chance to hot lap Houston at speeds that'd expose any difference in their rear axle setup.
<rant-off>
:lol:

[dwasson]

That reminds me... I'm getting tired of the automotive press dumping on the 'Stang for having a solid rear axle. I've had the '05 for just over a year, put 25k on the odometer, and Ford did a pretty darned good job with this car. Last time I checked, the public roadways weren't Laguna Seca, and it's pretty rare that anyone gets the chance to hot lap Houston at speeds that'd expose any difference in their rear axle setup.
<rant-off>
:lol:

Go into a bumpy corner and you'll understand why IRS is a good thing. It's called "unsprung weight".

[stryker]

:banned: - - - The Ford Garbageceptor.


STRYKER. :banned:

[texascorvette]

That reminds me... I'm getting tired of the automotive press dumping on the 'Stang for having a solid rear axle. I've had the '05 for just over a year, put 25k on the odometer, and Ford did a pretty darned good job with this car. Last time I checked, the public roadways weren't Laguna Seca, and it's pretty rare that anyone gets the chance to hot lap Houston at speeds that'd expose any difference in their rear axle setup.
<RANT-OFF>
:lol:
Wasn't trying to put solid rear axle cars down--just answer the man's question. The key to how any car rides and handles is in the total suspension system. I've owned some solid axle cars that were great automobiles, and I've had some 4-wheel independent suspension cars that were pretty inferior specimens.

The biggest improvement that I've seen in a motor vehicle in years was when Ford went to independent rear suspension in the Exploder and Exhibition. Made all the ride/control difference in the world. The keys to a great suspension system are design and good components. Either suspension system is lousy, if you try to do it on the cheap. By and large, if you use equal quality components, the 4-wheel independent suspension system rides and controls better than solid rear axle. So goes physics.

[Marauder386]

See, thats the problem. FOMOCO will make this on the cheap for them ( family,board members,bean counters) and expensive for us. Yes, I unnerstan big business...hold the pontificating on that subject. But remember, Elena killed the program ( and Babcocks job ) so I envision the same course of action.

:cool:


PS: I think I have anger issues with the fact that she screwed up and refuses to admit it.

[juno]

yep,

I am waiting for an IRS on the new stangs, Dammit build a road course car FORD!!!