Ford plans to launch a reality TV show in which contestants work with Ford engineers to produce a hot new concept car, according to a published report today. The show will be a part of Ford’s new “Bold Moves” promotional strategy, according to the Detroit News. The newspaper said the theme of the show will be “designing a dream car.” Ford has already created a teaser and previewed it to top dealers. Ford is currently shopping the program to networks, company officials said. The Leftlane Perspective: The words “reality” and “show” produce instant skepticism, but this actually sounds like an interesting idea.
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04/27, 3:17 PM
posted by:
Jon
Did anyone see that episode of the Simpson’s where Homer designed a car for his brother’s factory? Because, this reeks of that episode, unlike cartoons, unfortunately Ford is serious about this. Some one should just dismantle Ford now and save them the embarrassment.
Jon.
04/27, 5:58 PM
posted by:
David
I disagree. I think this is a good promotional step for Ford. At this point, they need good promotion. There’s also a lot of good, undiscovered talent out there in the auto design industry and this could be an excellent way to find it. Now, my only question is, Where do I sign up?
04/27, 10:26 PM
posted by:
manny
why didnt they just stick to what they used to do and let the crew from tlc’s ‘rides’ film the making of their concepts? the cobra and gr1 episodes were cool…
04/28, 1:04 AM
posted by:
BAMF
Yeah it should be 500 HP. I mean, they could do it, and that pretty much means they should. Right? Who’s with me?
04/28, 7:30 AM
posted by:
JohnnyBlazE
Ahh Ford are nutters… Ford US need to concentrate on bringing European Fords to the US instead of doing this nonsense… Still, would be good to see some nice concepts come out of this..
Here’s one I think which would ROCK:
http://www.dmmultimedia.com/capri_2006/capri_2006_058b.jpg
A fan and great modeller’s 2006 Capri RS Mk IV Concept… an unfinished render
04/30, 12:21 AM
posted by:
Thing2
JohnnyBlaze, that car isn’t too bad. If the nose was different and the cabin stretched to fit a second row, i think it would sell well if it stayed within the 20,000 to 35,000 dollar price range. It would be something completely different for the four-dour family sedan class of fusions, altimas, accords, etcs. It would actually be reminiscent of the older Astons and Jag XK’s but with the new idea of the two row coupe. Something there is definitely a market for.
05/01, 12:22 PM
posted by:
Mike
How do I audition for the show??????????
05/03, 10:50 AM
posted by:
Cain
I am assuming the people that will do the design competition will be designers. I will definely be trying to get in this as soon as I find out how to enter. Does anyone know where the information for this is to sign up.
07/22, 2:49 PM
posted by:
Don Vierstra
I would love a chance at an audition for the show. I love to design cars and have entered a few contests…runner up “Motor Trend” and “Cool Car Contest” for the Orange County Register (California) also was on Monster Garage as a Designer for the episode “Slingray.”
I currently illustrate car posters and have some designs that have received great comments.
Where do I sign Up!!
- DV http://www.beachcitywagonemasters.com
07/22, 2:50 PM
posted by:
Don Vierstra
Sorry mispelled the website: http://www.beachcitywagonmasters.com
04/27, 9:28 AM
posted by:
Elliot Boose
I am glad there is a great interest in the show. I am the shows Creator who had the idea for Ford to do a reality show and I crafted the show’s detail (actually while I was in jail over what I still believe was a set-up by my former company). If you want to know more about me and the other contributions I have been making to society, please visit my webpage at myspace.com/goldenbrain