Ingenuity and determination are two traits that South Africans have in abundance, especially when it comes to building bespoke vehicles that would eventually become revered the world over.
Undeterred, and with plenty of technical expertise to draw upon, South Africa went through a period of fascinating homologations that produced a dazzling array of road cars including the Capri Perana V8, the Sierra XR6 and the Sierra XR8, which performed exceptionally well on the sales charts, and even took the motorsport world by storm, leaving an indelible mark on the country’s motoring heritage.
The Bakkies That Helped Build a Nation
Ford’s reputation for toughness was forged initially by vehicles like the Ford Cortina bakkie – exclusively sold in South Africa and a true embodiment of the country’s heritage. The Cortina bakkie was instrumental in building many of the landmarks that we see around us today, and helped fuel South African’s affinity with the venerable bakkie.
According to Grant, there might be no other vehicle that symbolises South African motoring more than the Ford Cortina bakkie. Eight prototypes were built at Ford’s Port Elizabeth plant until the Cortina bakkie was launched in 1971.
It paved the way for another South African legend, the Bantam bakkie. This half-ton small utility vehicle with passenger car-derived handling and safety used the locally produced 1.3-litre Kent engine, as well as the UK-sourced Fiesta engine ancillaries. The RoCam engine which powered later generations was a key part of the Struandale Engine Plant story, with 1 346 919 units produced from 2000 to 2012.
Ford’s 96-year manufacturing heritage in South Africa would be incomplete without the internationally successful Ford Ranger, which has been assembled locally since 2011 and is exported to over 100 markets around the world. Two totally unique versions of the Ranger have been added to FMCSA’s Heritage models – and have helped reaffirm Ford’s commitment to South Africa.
Heritage Day in 2019 was shown in all its splendour by a one-of-a-kind Ford Ranger painted in the colours of the South African flag, and included its rich diversity of cultures, arts and wildlife by FMCSA’s own Paint Shop at the Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria. It took a team of five artists, three sprayers, and one assembler a total of 650 hours to produce, with the result reminding all South Africans how much the nation loves bakkies.
Unique South African artwork reappeared on a Ford Ranger this year – given the name Mandla by employees at Ford’s Silverton plant – for Mandela Day in July 2020. The South African flag features again with a portrait of the country’s iconic former statesman, Nelson Mandela, painted on the bonnet.
As FMCSA closes in on a hundred years of local manufacturing, its esteemed local heritage becomes even more cherished by those who have worked on these defining motoring icons. Their positive attitude and competitive spirit continues to inspire the next chapter of Ford’s proudly South African heritage.
CMH Kempster Ford Randburg is proud to be a part of Ford’s Heritage in South Africa with 51 Years as a Ford Dealer behind our name. From humble beginnings in 1969 to what you see today in 2020, come in and see what our pedigree can do for you.
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Louis has taken the time to build his Parts Team here at CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield and the results are truly evident. Louis’s message to the CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield customer is that, the past is nothing more than a rear view mirror, we need to look forward and make new history.
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The new Ford Ranger Thunder is here! The Ranger is one of the best-selling vehicles in South Africa, and now Ford has released another special Ranger, called the Thunder.
Based on the existing Wildtrak, the new Thunder edition features an updated tough and distinctive design with an edgier look for customers who aren't afraid to be noticed. It is characterized by:
CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga Service Department customers will be required to sit in your vehicle and follow the queue. Once it is your turn a member of our team will sanitize your vehicle while you follow the protocols as mentioned above. After you have been screened you will follow the Yellow stickers on the floor maintaining 1.5m distance until you reach your Service advisor.
New and Used vehicle customers are to follow the same protocols mentioned above when entering the dealership. Once that is done you will then walk upstairs to the new vehicle showroom where you will meet the receptionist. They will then guide you to the next available salesperson in the New and Used vehicle showroom. There will be stickers on the floor for your safety in order to maintain social distancing.
Parts department customers will need to follow the same entry protocols as mentioned above and then move forward into the parts department where social distancing will be maintained.
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Getting back into the swing of things, we would like to introduce the captain of the ship for our new car department – Mr John Ludgrove, taking the wheel as NEW CAR MANAGER. Along with extensive experience in the automotive industry, John also has a passion for people and is focused on customer centricity. He will ensure that you have a memorable experience with us, and all your relevant concerns will be attended to - so you are assured complete peace of mind when purchasing your new vehicle.
We understand that the previous year was not exactly a walk in the park for most people, but we can assure you that we too are getting acquainted with the “new normal” way of doing things. At CMH Kempster Ford Durban we have ALL COVID-19 protocols in place and are fully compliant. All dealer employees, contractors and customers have their temperature checked daily and sanitizers are readily available across ALL departments. Vehicles are disinfected at regular intervals to ensure the most stringent precautions are taken.
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New 2.0 Single Turbo engine with AdBlue®
The all-new automatic derivatives of the Tourneo Custom Bus are powered by the latest generation 2.0-litre Single Turbo diesel engine, which is derived from the impressive units used in the current Ford Ranger and Everest models.
Two versions of this engine are available, with the unit in the mid-level Tourneo Custom Trend producing 96kW of power matched to 385Nm of torque. The top-spec Tourneo Custom Limited delivers 136kW allied to a substantial torque peak of 415Nm – which guarantees impressive all-round performance, whether negotiating traffic in busy city commutes or heading out onto the open road.
In both models, power is delivered to the front wheels via the six-speed automatic transmission that does duty in the current Ranger 2.2 and 3.2-litre models, delivering great responsiveness and all-round performance. It offers conventional automatic shifting in “Drive”, as well as “Sport” mode for more responsive performance. Additionally, “Manual” mode with SelectShift gives the driver control over the gearshift points, which is particularly useful when towing.
All-new dashboard, SYNC®3 for the first time on Tourneo
While the exterior styling of the new Tourneo Custom automatic models is unchanged from the recently facelifted range, the cabin environment has been enhanced with an all-new dashboard and instrument panel based on Ford’s new interior design philosophy – pioneered on the current Fiesta and EcoSport. This offers an attractive, user-centric layout that is influenced by consumer interactions with smart devices and tablets.
Ford’s SYNC®3 communications and entertainment system sees its first introduction in the range-topping Tourneo Custom Limited Automatic, allowing drivers to control audio functions and connected smartphones using simple, conversational voice commands.
On the Trend Automatic, a four-inch screen is supplied, using a simpler version of SYNC®3. On both systems, a total of eight USB ports are located throughout the cabin for charging mobile devices. An integrated 230v power socket is available as an optional item to power various devices, such as laptop computers, while on the move.
Exceptional safety and standard features
The Tourneo Custom boasts an extensive array of standard and optional safety features. In the event of a collision, occupants are protected with a full array of front, curtain and side impact airbags as standard fitment. This is complemented by active driving safety features including the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Hill Launch Assist (HLA), Roll-Over Mitigation (ROM), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA). Additionally, Ford’s Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is fitted on both derivatives, which alerts the driver as soon as any tyre deflation is detected.
The extensive range of optional items, available on Trend and Limited models, includes front and rear parking sensors, a rear parking camera, Lane Keeping Aid and Lane Departure Warning, as well as the Blind Spot Detection System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert and trailer coverage.
The new automatic models are equipped as standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, while the existing manual derivatives retain 16-inch rims.
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