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X200 S-TypeMar 1999

X200 S-Type

IN the middle of last century Jaguar seized the public’s imagination with instant classics like the XK, E-Type and Mark II.But not all of the British marque’s models were instant classics.The 1964-1969 S-Type/420, for instance, was an unhappy hybrid of 1959’s beautiful Mark II and ‘62’s dowdy Mark 10 sedans.Thirty-five years later Jaguar, Ford-owned since 1990, attempted to tackle the BMW 5 Series set with another S-Type lash-up.This time the 1999 edition mixed American Ford with British Jaguar engineering clothed in heavy-handed retro clothing, and has a fraternal twin in the US known as the Lincoln LS.Predictably, against such sophisticated competition, this rear-drive sedan’s sales never reached expectations.Released locally in March 1999, the S-Type Series-1 was offered in four guises – V6, Sport V6, SE V6 and SE V8.The V6 featured here proved more popular, motivated by a 3.0-litre twin-cam 24-valve motor managing 179kW of power at 6800rpm and 300Nm of torque at 4500rpm. In comparison the 209kW/390Nm 4.0-litre V8 produces 209kW and 390Nm.Jaguar offered two five-speed gearboxes – an electronically controlled automatic and a rare manual in the Sport.With either transmission, V6 progress is always smooth but never scintillating – the corollary of the fat cat’s 1.7-tonne mass.

AU FairlaneMar 1999

AU Fairlane

The first Fairlane to concede market leadership to the Holden Statesman, the American lines and liberally applied chrome of the AU Fairlane just didn’t gel well with buyers, despite sharing only the divisive AU Falcon wagon’s doors Fairmont bonnet.The interior, heavily revised drivetrain, recalibrated coil spring suspension, independent rear suspension (IRS), extra standard features, greater refinement and much improved dynamics were borrowed from the AU Fairmont Ghia.The 168kW 4.0-litre six-cylinder engine utilising more-efficient “breathing” (called VCT) was a complete overhaul of the old unit, and considerably quieter and more economical for it.Other improvements included steering wheel audio controls, traction control and an immobiliser.The 175kW 5.0 was the V8 engine option in the Fairlane Ghia, while the LTD offered a 185kW version, along with the 168kW 4.0.Buyers dropped off in droves so Ford wheeled out the value-added Millennium edition in January 2000. But to no real avail.5129 AU 1 Fairlanes and 438 AU 1 LTDs were built.

Mk3 CourierFeb 1999

Mk3 Courier

The PE model was only the third all-new Courier in 20 years.Now built in Thailand, the pickup and cab-chassis bodied Courier came with a revamped body, interior, steering and suspension, on a stronger and more rigid frame offering greater safety, refinement and comfort.Two powerplants were arrived initially, a carryover 2.6-litre four-cylinder engine producing 92kW of power at 4600rpm and 206Nm of torque at 3500rpm and a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel ‘four’ bearing 280Nm of torque at 2000rpm and 86kW of power at 3500rpm.The latter allowed a fully laden Courier to tow an 1800kg load.Two manual gearboxes were offered, along with the option of a four-speed automatic on some 2WD models. Ford said that the 4WD also featured improved approach and departure angles to provide more protection in rough terrain.Employing double wishbones, torsion bar springs and a solid anti-roll bar in the front and leaf springs out back, new suspension geometry, revised spring rates and new damper calibrations were implemented for improved ride, steering and handling capabilities.Bigger brakes, a collapsible steering column and a stronger cabin structure were also devised.From November ’02 a new nose featuring an “F-series truck-like” nose for a tougher appearance was introduced in the revised PG Courier, along with the option of ‘free-style’ doors on certain crew-cab models.In August ’04 another round of minor trim and specification changes heralded the PH Courier, while a 154kW/323kW 4.0-litre V6 was added to some models in the range.

Mk4 B Series BravoFeb 1999

Mk4 B Series Bravo

The ’99 B Series was only the third all-new model in 20 years.Now built in Thailand, the pickup and cab-chassis bodied Mazda (and Ford Courier twin) came with a revamped body, interior, steering and suspension, on a stronger and more rigid frame offering greater safety, refinement and comfort.Two powerplants were arrived initially, a carryover 2.6-litre four-cylinder engine producing 92kW of power at 4600rpm and 206Nm of torque at 3500rpm (B2600 Bravo) and a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel ‘four’ bearing 280Nm of torque at 2000rpm and 86kW of power at 3500rpm (B2500 Bravo).The latter allowed a fully laden Bravo to tow an 1800kg load.Two manual gearboxes were offered, along with the option of a four-speed automatic on some 2WD models. Mazda said that the 4WD also featured improved approach and departure angles to provide more protection in rough terrain.Employing double wishbones, torsion bar springs and a solid anti-roll bar in the front and leaf springs out back, new suspension geometry, revised spring rates and new damper calibrations were implemented for improved ride, steering and handling capabilities.Bigger brakes, a collapsible steering column and a stronger cabin structure were also devised.From November ’02 a new nose with a tougher appearance was introduced in the revised B Series, along with the option of ‘free-style’ doors on certain crew-cab models.In August ’04 another round of minor trim and specification changes heralded another Bravo facelift, while a 154kW/323kW 4.0-litre V6 was added to some models in the range from late ’05.

Golf IVOct 1998

Golf IV

Arguably the most influential small car of the 1990s, the fourth generation VW Golf (twinned with the Audi A3) wowed the world with its luxury-car cabin look and slush-moulded quality feel. And that’s it.Dynamically it used the same old torsion beam rear suspension, just as the revolutionary Ford Focus was rewriting the rules with its multi-link independent rear end.The steering and ride (other Focus fortes) were light and comfortable respectively but never inspiring.The petrol engines offered locally were (’98-’99 1.8 20V and rare ’04 R32 excepted) disappointing in their performance and refinement, and prices were always pegged at a premium.But a Golf is a Golf, the daddy of all small hatchbacks in many people’s minds, so it sold solidly – aided by high resale value, lovely styling and a comfortable and versatile cabin.The Golf IV’s model’s local mainstay was the 74kW/145Nm 1.6-litre SOHC 16V GL (and limited edition GL Generation from late ’01), until revisions and a change from German sourcing in early ’02 to South Africa introduced a 75kW/148Nm 1.6 S, 1.6 SE (until May ’03) and then 1.6 Generation models.The same timetable applies to the Mexican-made 85kW/170Nm 2.0-litre SOHC 8V engine in the GLE and its 2.0 S, 2.0 SE and 2.0 Generation successors, which sadly replaced the rorty 92kW/170Nm 1.8-litre 20V Audi four-cylinder engine in the original GLE, from July ’99. Confused? There was also the swift and sporty 110kW/210Nm 1.8 turbo in the GTI from March ’99, which remained the top Golf IV here until the 177kW/320Nm 3.2-litre DOHC 24V V6-engine R32 three-door hatchback (the only three-door Golf IV introduced) arrived in early ’04.Featuring a Haldex-supplied on-demand four-wheel drive chassis, bodykit, high-level luxury cabin, Xenon headlights and a $65,000 price-tag, it was a limited edition.In the end even VW realised that soft-feel dashboards and well-won laurels weren’t enough to sustain the Golf against the formidable Focus, so it adopted a version of the Ford’s rear suspension and worked hard to radically improve the driveability of its Golf V successor.

AU Fairmont GhiaSep 1998

AU Fairmont Ghia

The curvy AU sported an all-new body and interior, heavily revised drivetrain, recalibrated coil spring suspension, independent rear suspension (IRS), extra standard features, greater refinement and much improved dynamics.The auto-only 168kW/370Nm 4.0L I6 engine utilising more-efficient “breathing” (called VCT) was a complete overhaul of the old unit, and considerably quieter and more economical for it.But in spite of such advances, the futuristic, oval styling divided opinions, and consequently sales dovetailed. Ford retaliated by lowering the ride height and improving the brakes.A better fate was deserved. A chrome-laden mesh grille distinguished the Fairmont seriesNew standard features: IRS, steering wheel audio controls, traction control, immobiliserEngine options: 175kW/395Nm 5.0L OHV V8.

AU Falcon Forte and FuturaSep 1998

AU Falcon Forte and Futura

The curvy AU sported an all-new body and interior, heavily revised drivetrain, recalibrated coil spring suspension, optional independent rear suspension (IRS), extra standard features, greater refinement and much improved dynamics. The auto-only base 157kW/357Nm 4.0L I6 was completely overhauled, and considerably quieter and more efficient for it.But in spite of such advances, the futuristic, oval styling divided opinions, as did the GLi-replacing Forte’s vertical grille. Many were substituted with the '99 AU utility’s egg-crate item.Falcon sales dovetailed. Ford retaliated by lowering the ride height and improving the brakes, and then wheeled out endless value-added specials, but to little effect. A better fate was deserved.The boxy wagon continued with leaf-spring rear suspension.New standard features: air-conditioning, remote central locking, steering wheel audio controls, immobiliser.Engine options: 175kW/395Nm 5.0L V8.Special editions:· Oct 99 – Classic sedan: dual front airbags, ABS brakes, alloy wheels, cruise control, power front windows, egg-crate grille, special paint, rear spoiler, decals.

VS III Commodore UtilityMay 1998

VS III Commodore Utility

In time-honoured Holden tradition, the commercial vehicle variants ran years behind their donor sedan counterparts.Hence the VS III update, introduced using the old VG ute base months after the virtually all-new VT Commodore burst onto the market.Look for clear oval indicator repeaters, Series III badges and a host of cabin trim updates.More important was the SS ute, based on the 168kW S V8 ute and featuring a bodykit, alloy wheels, firmer suspension, anti-lock brakes, an alloy rear “sports bar”, fog lights, power windows, air-conditioning and part-leather trim.Released as a limited edition, 300 were released in May ’98 and again from March ’99.But by now the Commodore ute was looking old while Ford released its wildly successful AU Falcon ute – the only sunshine it enjoyed during the dark days of almost total Holden domination elsewhere.The VT-based ute, meanwhile, was almost two years away.Engine options: 168kW/395Nm 5.0L V8 - S Special editions:· April ‘00 – Olympic Edition: Air-con, alloy wheels, cruise control, power windows, CD player, decals.

B5 PassatMar 1998

B5 Passat

Based on the first Audi A4 of 1994, the 1998 Passat was one of the instant classics of the decade.It instantly rejuvenated the 23 year-old nameplate with its bold design, lush interior presentation and rock solid build quality.In Europe it also sparked a seismic shift in family car buyer habits by luring them away from traditional low-image high value models like the Ford Mondeo and GM Vectra.Acknowledging the Passat’s influence on its once-core buyer base, Ford even poached VW design staff when developing the 2001-2006 Mondeo Mk2.Using the Audi platform meant a north-south engine placement, a range of tasty Audi engines, and the option of the accomplished quattro all-wheel drive platform with a more sophisticated multi-link rear suspension set-up, as opposed to the regular front-wheel drive Passat’s torsion beam arrangement.Two beautiful body styles were offered – the dome-like four-door sedan and a boxy four-door station wagon.Initially there were two 1.8-litre twin-cam 20-valve four-cylinder engines to choose from – a 92kW/168Nm 1.8 20V and turbo-charged 110kW/210Nm 1.8T.While both came with a five-speed manual gearbox, the latter added a five-speed Tiptronic automatic (instead of a four-speeder) to its repertoire.Audi’s excellent 2.8-litre DOHC 30V V6 was the other motivator, driving front or all-wheels while delivering 142kW and 280Nm, and sold with the five-speed Tiptronic gearbox.

XJ300 Series IINov 1997

XJ300 Series II

The XJ6 was dead.Jaguar’s subtle facelift of the nose and tail – including new rounded bumpers – and stiffening of the body and chassis for improved dynamics were overshadowed by new V8 powerplants built by Ford in Britain.The incoming AJ-V8 family used a quad-cam 32-valve technology to produce 216kW of power and 393Nm of torque from a 3996cc 4.0-litre V8 mated to a new five-speed automatic gearbox.A smaller 3.2-litre version delivered 179kW and 316Nm, and also utilised the five-speed automatic gearbox.Meanwhile Jaguar also released a supercharged version of the AJ-V8 4.0, managing to extract 276kW and 525Nm.Of course there were corresponding Sovereign versions of the Jaguar XJ8, in both regular and long wheelbase guises.Daimler also used the extended model, as well as the supercharged V8s in the discreetly named Super V8 LWB edition.All were discontinued in August ’03, when the truly all-new XJ350 models arrived.

VT Commodore CalaisSep 1997

VT Commodore Calais

Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date.This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant interior. An all-new cabin featured improved ergonomics, more space and better quality.The VT also proved popular as an export, particularly to the United Arab Emirates.Holden also implemented plenty of improvements underneath. The previously optional independent rear suspension was made standard across the range, replacing the old coil sprung live-axle unit that dated back to the 1978 VB.A revised 147kW 3.8-litre OHV V6 engine also arrived, mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual gearbox.New standard features: Long-range fuel tank, fog lights, power front seats Engine options: 179kW 5.0 V8. HSV-tuned 195kW V8 also availableSpecial editions:· Aug 98 – 50th Anniversary Edition: leather upholstery, special metallic paint, gold grille, decals (375 made).

VT Commodore AcclaimSep 1997

VT Commodore Acclaim

Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date.This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant interior. An all-new cabin featured improved ergonomics, more space and better quality.The VT also proved popular as an export, particularly to the United Arab Emirates.Holden also implemented plenty of improvements underneath. The previously optional independent rear suspension was made standard across the range, replacing the old coil sprung live-axle unit that dated back to the 1978 VB.A revised 147kW 3.8-litre OHV V6 engine also arrived, mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual gearbox.New standard features: Keyless entry, power driver’s seat, long range fuel tank, remote control boot release and trip computer

VT Commodore SSSep 1997

VT Commodore SS

Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date.This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant interior. An all-new cabin featured improved ergonomics, more space and better quality.The VT also proved popular as an export, particularly to the United Arab Emirates.Holden also implemented plenty of improvements underneath. The previously optional independent rear suspension was made standard across the range, replacing the old coil sprung live-axle unit that dated back to the 1978 VB.A nicely integrated body kit now defines the VT SS, which becomes the final Holden to use the Aussie-made 179kW 5.0-litre V8.New standard features: Dual front airbags, power driver’s seat, sports suspension, trip computer.Engine options: HSV-tuned 195kW V8

VT Commodore ExecutiveSep 1997

VT Commodore Executive

Again based on a corresponding GM German car (the 1994 Opel Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date.This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant interior. An all-new cabin featured improved ergonomics, more space and better overall quality.The VT also proved popular as an export, particularly to the United Arab Emirates.Holden also implemented plenty of improvements underneath. The previously optional independent rear suspension was made standard across the range, replacing the old coil sprung live-axle unit that dated back to the 1978 VB.A revised 147kW 3.8-litre OHV V6 engine also arrived, mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual gearbox.In late 1998 Holden stunned Australia with the two-door VT Commodore Coupe Concept that, with minor modification, went on to become the iconic Monaro.New standard features: Driver’s airbag, independent rear suspension, keyless entry, power driver’s seat and trip computer Engine options: 179kW 5.0 V8. HSV-tuned 195kW 5.0 V8Special editions:· June 98 - 50th Anniversary: Air-con, alloy wheels, cruise control, power windows, CD player, decals· Mar 99 – Equipe: Air-con, alloy wheels, cruise control, power windows, CD player, decals,

VT Commodore BerlinaSep 1997

VT Commodore Berlina

Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date.This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant interior. An all-new cabin featured improved ergonomics, more space and better quality.The VT also proved popular as an export, particularly to the United Arab Emirates.Holden also implemented plenty of improvements underneath. The previously optional independent rear suspension was made standard across the range, replacing the old coil sprung live-axle unit that dated back to the 1978 VB.A revised 147kW 3.8-litre OHV V6 engine also arrived, and was mated to a four-speed automatic gearbox.New standard features: Dual front airbags, independent rear suspension, CD player, long-range fuel tank Engine options: 179kW 5.0-litre V8. HSV-tuned 195kW V8 also available

GFJul 1997

GF

Sadly for Mazda, its hopelessly over-ambitious extension plans resulted in near bankruptcy, so major shareholder Ford took control, savagely cut costs and banished emotive design.The first fruit of this was the achingly conservative GF 626, a taller, narrower model available as a four-door sedan, four-door hatchback and – from Jan ’98 – an all-new GW Estate wagon, to replace the ancient GV Estate.There was no MX-6 two-door model, no V6 engine and no four-wheel steering offered, while a revised 93kW 2.0L four-cylinder engine drove through a four-speed auto or five-speed manual transmission.Still, a stronger structure brought benefits in refinement.Model designations were now base Limited sedan, mid-level Classic sedan, hatch and wagon, and Luxury hatch and sedan.All models featured dual airbags, air-conditioning, central locking and power steering.In May ’99 Mazda introduced the value-added Classic “Extra” hatch and wagon, and a 40th Anniversary limited edition loaded with features such as anti-lock brakes, cruise control, alloy wheels and a CD player, from early ’99.

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