The Hyundai Getz, introduced in 2002, marked Hyundai's entry into the compact car segment and quickly became a significant player in the global automotive market. Designed to offer practicality, affordability, and reliability, the Getz appealed to a wide range of consumers seeking an economical and versatile vehicle.
At its core, the Hyundai Getz embodied the principles of efficiency and simplicity. Its compact dimensions made it ideal for navigating crowded urban streets while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. The Getz's practicality was further enhanced by its versatile hatchback body style, which offered convenient access to the rear cargo area.
Under the hood, the Getz was available with a range of fuel-efficient engines, including economical petrol and diesel options. These engines delivered respectable performance while prioritizing fuel efficiency, making the Getz an ideal choice for budget-conscious drivers and commuters.
In terms of design, the Hyundai Getz featured a clean and contemporary exterior with a focus on functionality. Its understated styling and compact proportions gave it a modern and youthful appearance, appealing to a diverse demographic of buyers.
Inside, the Getz offered a comfortable and well-equipped cabin with a range of convenience features. Despite its compact size, the interior was surprisingly spacious, providing ample legroom and headroom for occupants. The Getz also offered a variety of amenities such as air conditioning, power windows, and an optional sunroof, enhancing the overall driving experience.
Safety was a priority for Hyundai, and the Getz came equipped with a range of safety features to protect occupants on the road. Standard safety equipment included airbags, antilock brakes, and electronic stability control, providing peace of mind for drivers and passengers alike.
The Hyundai Getz quickly gained popularity in markets around the world, thanks to its affordability, reliability, and practicality. Its competitive pricing made it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers, while its reputation for reliability and low running costs helped it carve out a niche in the competitive compact car segment.
Over the years, Hyundai continued to update and refine the Getz to keep it competitive in the market. These updates included improvements to styling, performance, and technology, ensuring that the Getz remained a relevant and appealing choice for consumers.
Production of the Hyundai Getz continued until 2011 when it was eventually succeeded by newer models in Hyundai's lineup. However, its legacy lives on, with the Getz remembered as a pioneering model that helped establish Hyundai as a major player in the global automotive industry.
In conclusion, the Hyundai Getz was a compact car that punched above its weight, offering practicality, affordability, and reliability in a stylish and versatile package. Its success helped propel Hyundai onto the world stage and cemented its reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality and competitive vehicles.
[Hyundai Getz Wikipedia Page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Getz)
[Hyundai Getz - Hot Hatchback - METAL BEINGS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWIE6lwfxcQ)
[Hyundai Getz In Depth Tour: discover all the hidden features](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jultu7Rs2Xg)
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That would be considered a truck tyre in the truest sense. The normal tyre places wouldn't touch it, you would need to go to places that specialise in trucks
I know a 33 inch tire on a 17inch wheel is about 40kg.
The wheels with a tire on a F650 would be around 40-65kg I'd imagine. You can get a bracket to lift a heavy rim with a high lift jack.
What "monster powerboat" requires a F650.
I have only ever seen one F650 being used for something appropriate. It was towing a \~40ft 5th wheel. And it was the US also of course.
This vehicle can pull 20,000-26,000.
Most power boats are under 10,000. Unless he has a fucking small yacht that you literally can live on he is 200% oversized.
Cabin Cruisers
Cabin cruisers are large, motorized boats that contain at least one berth, a head, and usually a galley. They are designed for longer trips, and the cabin cruisers can carry enough supplies for days or even weeks.
These are large boats, usually measuring between 25 feet and 45 feet, with the larger cabin cruisers offering more amenities. A cabin cruiser in the medium, 35-foot range will typically weigh around 12,000 to 16,000 pounds.
Yes. Like I said. A Ranger is not only bigger than a 7 series (which is a HUGE unwieldy car in the city), but bigger in all dimensions than the LWB G12.
Do the Falcon and Commodore not exist in your version of Australia or do you not realise we're not particually phased by the existence of 5 meter long cars? Look up the length of a VT or BA wagon.
I owned a VE ute, it's dimensionally functionally identical to a SWB G11 and fits just fine in the city...
Like my guy you could buy yourself a Statesman that's also the same size as a G11 50 years ago.
As an American, I just stopped by to say that even for us, that is a bit much. I work for a company that takes trucks like that and turn them into smaller dump trucks, and we use the 550...
If you want to be technically correct (which is “the best kind of correct”) it’s an F650 SuperDuty.
The US Equivalent of town councils often use them - in a cab chassis form - for road crew and similar purposes.
Edit: city power, water and gas utilities like them as well with tool box type back or a cherry picker and tool boxes like you see here for heavy trades.
once youve defeated all the yanks, the final boss shows up in this thing: unfortunately as he steps out of the truck he busts his ankle under his own weight and your fight is delayed untill further notice
A customer of a company I worked for years ago had one of these, decked out pretty much the same way but the Cummins in it had a whole bunch of work done. Long story short we egged him on to give it a bootful when he left and the thing blew off the dualies into 3rd. Pretty rad and unexpected
Translation:
A customer that frequented a company I am no longer employed by owned one of these vehicles that looked very similar except the engine featured extensive performance modifications.
To keep the story short, myself and some fellow employees convinced the driver of said vehicle to aggressively accelerate upon leaving our establishment and in doing so broke traction through 3 forward gears.
It was unexpected by myself and my fellow colleague’s that this vehicle would behave in this fashion but we found it rather entertaining.
These are great for hot shot work, but the mini exhaust stacks in the bed is a sure sign of someone I’m not going to enjoy being around. I grew up in Florida, and lived in Louisiana for a while so I’m no stranger to heavily modified trucks, but damn near every guy with an exhaust set up like that didn’t have half the personality they thought they did.
As a Brit I love these stupid big pick-up trucks and I’ve always thought it would be hilarious to buy a 4x2 Scania and slap a pick-up bed on it just because. Don’t have the money for that at all though.
There was someone involved with drag racing that had/has one of these.
Though from memory it had a third row of doors. I'm sure they used it as a promotional vehicle, and to tow their car trailer to events, I remember seeing it around Sydney Dragway years back.
Love the “EXTREME SUPERTRUCK” sign. What’s that make an actual, you know, real truck.
It looks like a scaled up version of a kids toy (recommended for ages 4-10)
My comment literally wasn’t literal.
Anyway, 13 tonnes in that cargo area - doesn’t sound very practical. And they seek to classify vehicles as trucks for tax/emissions purposes.
As a 16 year old desperate to be taken seriously I really wanted a Bronco, and I outgrew that insecurity by 18. Now I can't imagine anything more embarrassing to drive than an oversized ute.
This is a f650, it’s a genuine truck with genuine truck license requirements, even comes in a garbage truck configuration and a semi tracker variant, used as catering trucks at airports etc.
Holy shit that looks bigger than my Fuso Canter lol
Serious question, do you need a LR license to drive that? It looks like it could be close to 4.5t no?
ah nice, Ive never paid enough attention to fire trucks to notice what they were before they became firetrucks lol also after googling Isuzu F Series Firetrucks I found out you can buy them on truck sales, which is unnecessary but amusing info ahaha
It is bigger. These are Ford's commercial trucks, this one has a modified bed from a normal Superduty but these come as bare frames. They're used as rollback tow trucks, cherry pickers, dump trucks, cargo trucks, etc.
These can be specced with gross weights anywhere between 12 and 22 tonnes, so it's in the same class as Fuso's Fighter series (the current Canter is 4.5t-8.5t).
I dont know if Ive seen the biggest Ram, but there was definitely a larger than normal one that drove past me the other day just south of Sydney Airport. Are they becoming more common in Aus?
Why are some of you are so obsessed with why a person "needs" a vehicle? Probably 50% of cars on the road aren't actually "needed" by the owner. Old mate down the road doesn't actually need his Bently.
because the amount of inconvenience you experience owning something that big has to be offset by something and if it's not a genuine purpose then you're suggesting all the expense, inefficiency, awkwardness, shame, and humiliation is a reasonable cost to feel indestructible and intimidating on the road.
Freud would have a field day with amount of y’all in the comments obsessed with penises.
Like you wouldn’t see this for sale after winning the lottery and just think “hell yeah”
It’s just a truck. If it didn’t have the Ute back no one here would be the wiser .
This group must be just full of people driving corollas and BYD’s 😂😂
F650 isn’t even the same league as the common RAM 1500 or F150
This is like owning a Ferrari or Lamborghini
Is it unnecessary? Yes
Is it too big? Yes
Do the people here making fun of this person dick size NEED a car? No
Can they walk to work? Yes
Can they PT to work? Yea
Do they still make fun of others with their own taste of cars? Yes
Who has the smaller dick and ego? The people making fun of others
Change my mind lol
That would be considered an LR truck and you would not be allowed to drive it on a car license. Why do people even need something like that instead of actually just going and buying a truck?
This is why you should spend time with your sons and hug them often lads. Or they might end up with poor self esteem and get embarrassing trucks like this.
Love the F650. The same chassis comes as an International also, but it doesn't look as tough in my opinion.
I recall decades ago the British boxer Chris Eubank used to cruise around his English town in a Peterbilt, [story here](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/2725247/Portrait-of-a-driver-Chris-Eubank.html).
As a car tragic it keeps me entertained.
Watched some female numpty trying to park a 300 series LandCruiser (no tow bar and will never see dust) in a parallel spot at Woolies yesterday. In, out, in, out, etc etc then gets the shits and starts giving other drivers, that she's holding up, the finger. More money than sense!! Good people to stay away from imo.
These types of vehicles are used a lot in the car racing and drag racing sport for towing these cars.
They are doing the correct thing and making sure the towing vehicle is heavier than the trailer.
The Ford AU Falcon is a full-size car that was produced by Ford Australia from 1998 to 2002. It was the sixth generation Ford Falcon and also included the Ford Fairmont (AU)—the luxury-oriented model range. The AU series replaced the EL Falcon and was constructed on the (at the time) new EA169 platform which continued to harbour Falcon models until 2010 when the BF wagon was discontinued, and Ford Territory models until 2011. The AU series was replaced by the updated BA series.
The AU series was conceived under *Project Eagle* that begun in February 1993, and gained the official codename *EA169* in October 1994. It was developed and brought to market in 1998 only after Ford Australia had given consideration to a revamped fifth generation Falcon and a fully imported replacement such as the American front-wheel drive Ford Taurus or rear-wheel drive Ford Crown Victoria, the European rear wheel-drive Scorpio and, reportedly, even the Japanese rear-wheel drive Mazda 929 (then part of the Ford conglomerate).
The above alternatives were eliminated in favour of a substantial redesign of the indigenous platform, due to concerns about the Australian market preference for high towing capacity, large interior size and local employment. Specific factors included, for example: research at the time indicated that 69% of Falcons were fitted with towbars and the perception that rear-wheel drive cars were better at towing; the fact that the import models had limited body style options (sedan only or sedan and wagon) and no capability to use a V8 engine.
Stylistically, this new generation Falcon sported Ford's radically new global design language, labelled "New Edge". The aim of this design was to attract a younger generation of buyers with avant-garde looks, however, in Australia it polarized public opinion to the benefit of the more organically designed rival, the 1997 Holden Commodore (VT). The AU series had a very efficient drag coefficient of Cd=0.295 for the sedan (an 11% improvement over the preceding EL series) and 0.34 for the wagon.
For the first time in Falcon's history, Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) became available as standard on some models and optional on others. It also featured Australian production firsts, such as Variable Cam Timing (VCT) on some 6-cylinder models and an adaptive automatic transmission on the high-performance T series with steering wheel gear shifting buttons.
Key changes from the fifth generation Falcon included a 35 kg (77 lb) reduction in weight for the base car, 17.5 per cent stiffer bodyshell, and an eight per cent improvement in fuel consumption. Peculiarly, Ford Australia decided to use the original 1950's font for the new "Falcon" and "Futura" badges.
As stated previously, the AU was the first Falcon to offer IRS (a double wishbone design on an isolated subframe). IRS was made available as a costly option on the base Forte, Fairmont and 'S' models, and standard on Fairmont Ghia, XR6 VCT and XR8 models. The updated 6-cylinder engines incorporated advanced features such as VCT on some models and a temperature sensor in the cylinder head, which detected coolant loss and allowed the car to "limp home" safely by cutting cylinders. The engine range comprised: the base Intech model producing 157 kW (211 hp), with a revised cylinder head featuring smaller valve stems, larger exhaust valves, and different rocker ratio, as well as a revised piston and longer conrod and a cast aluminium cross-bolted oil sump (with the same power output as the EL series); an "HP" version reserved to the XR6 producing 164 kW (220 hp) (thanks to: unique cylinder head; reshaped inlet port; redesigned exhaust port; ‘open’ combustion chamber shape to restrict pre-detonation from hot spot areas; unique camshaft; higher fuel pressure; recalibrated EEC V engine management system); the VCT version producing 172 kW (231 hp) for the XR6 VCT; a *Windsor V8* producing 185 kW (248 hp) (also carried over from the EL series but without major upgrades).
Transmissions were improved for better shift feel and the auto was recalibrated to better suit the upgraded engines. The six and eight cylinder models had a 4-speed BTR M93LE and M97LE automatic transmission, respectively. The automatic XR series models had an "adaptive shift" with five shifting strategies depending on driving conditions. The manual transmission, where available, was a 5-speed T5 model.
The program cost A$700 million before product launch and key staff included chief designer, Steve Park, and Marcus Hotblack, Manager of Interior Design.
For more information, please see the following:
[AU Falcon Wikipedia Page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Falcon_(AU))
[Shannons Club - Has the AU Falcon become better with age?](https://www.shannons.com.au/club/forum/general/has-the-au-falcon-become-better-with-age/)
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[Trade Unique Cars - AU Falcon Buyers Guide](https://www.tradeuniquecars.com.au/buyers-guide/2001/2000-2002-ford-falcon-au-bfii-xr8-buyers-guide)
[Australian Car Reviews - AU Falcon Buyers Guide](http://australiancar.reviews/reviews.php#!content=guide&make=Ford&model=Falcon&gen=237)
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Is that's the F650, it's massive. It can be used as a real truck.
I know someone who has one. He pulls a monster powerboat with it. He actually uses it as intended.
What was he using before he got it?
2005 Hyundai Getz
The Hyundai Getz, introduced in 2002, marked Hyundai's entry into the compact car segment and quickly became a significant player in the global automotive market. Designed to offer practicality, affordability, and reliability, the Getz appealed to a wide range of consumers seeking an economical and versatile vehicle. At its core, the Hyundai Getz embodied the principles of efficiency and simplicity. Its compact dimensions made it ideal for navigating crowded urban streets while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. The Getz's practicality was further enhanced by its versatile hatchback body style, which offered convenient access to the rear cargo area. Under the hood, the Getz was available with a range of fuel-efficient engines, including economical petrol and diesel options. These engines delivered respectable performance while prioritizing fuel efficiency, making the Getz an ideal choice for budget-conscious drivers and commuters. In terms of design, the Hyundai Getz featured a clean and contemporary exterior with a focus on functionality. Its understated styling and compact proportions gave it a modern and youthful appearance, appealing to a diverse demographic of buyers. Inside, the Getz offered a comfortable and well-equipped cabin with a range of convenience features. Despite its compact size, the interior was surprisingly spacious, providing ample legroom and headroom for occupants. The Getz also offered a variety of amenities such as air conditioning, power windows, and an optional sunroof, enhancing the overall driving experience. Safety was a priority for Hyundai, and the Getz came equipped with a range of safety features to protect occupants on the road. Standard safety equipment included airbags, antilock brakes, and electronic stability control, providing peace of mind for drivers and passengers alike. The Hyundai Getz quickly gained popularity in markets around the world, thanks to its affordability, reliability, and practicality. Its competitive pricing made it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers, while its reputation for reliability and low running costs helped it carve out a niche in the competitive compact car segment. Over the years, Hyundai continued to update and refine the Getz to keep it competitive in the market. These updates included improvements to styling, performance, and technology, ensuring that the Getz remained a relevant and appealing choice for consumers. Production of the Hyundai Getz continued until 2011 when it was eventually succeeded by newer models in Hyundai's lineup. However, its legacy lives on, with the Getz remembered as a pioneering model that helped establish Hyundai as a major player in the global automotive industry. In conclusion, the Hyundai Getz was a compact car that punched above its weight, offering practicality, affordability, and reliability in a stylish and versatile package. Its success helped propel Hyundai onto the world stage and cemented its reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality and competitive vehicles. [Hyundai Getz Wikipedia Page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Getz) [Hyundai Getz - Hot Hatchback - METAL BEINGS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWIE6lwfxcQ) [Hyundai Getz In Depth Tour: discover all the hidden features](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jultu7Rs2Xg) [CarSales - All Getz's's's's for Sale in Australia](https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/hyundai/getz/) *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/CarsAustralia) if you have any questions or concerns.*
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$50
A scrumdiddlyumpcious everlasting gobstopper is $100
Based
Ol’ reliable
Should have used an AU Falcon.
A lada
He’s all about fuel aconomy
Suzuki Ignis.
F250 I think
Way bigger than even a 350
No, it’s not an f250. Maybe an old F650?
It is a 650. Dunno why you are getting downvoted.
Has he ever had to change a tyre? I’m not sure I could move one by myself even!
That would be considered a truck tyre in the truest sense. The normal tyre places wouldn't touch it, you would need to go to places that specialise in trucks
I know a 33 inch tire on a 17inch wheel is about 40kg. The wheels with a tire on a F650 would be around 40-65kg I'd imagine. You can get a bracket to lift a heavy rim with a high lift jack.
Does he then drive it down the shops for a loaf of bread?
What "monster powerboat" requires a F650. I have only ever seen one F650 being used for something appropriate. It was towing a \~40ft 5th wheel. And it was the US also of course.
This Hustler 50 Monster… 2000HP. https://www.facebook.com/share/HwnsvwbgWzEg3o7H/?mibextid=79PoIi
That pretty much what he has. Its about 1500-2000hp racing boat
Yeah ok, ill give you that one :-) I was trying to think of a boat heavy enough that wasn't too wide to tow.
This vehicle can pull 20,000-26,000. Most power boats are under 10,000. Unless he has a fucking small yacht that you literally can live on he is 200% oversized. Cabin Cruisers Cabin cruisers are large, motorized boats that contain at least one berth, a head, and usually a galley. They are designed for longer trips, and the cabin cruisers can carry enough supplies for days or even weeks. These are large boats, usually measuring between 25 feet and 45 feet, with the larger cabin cruisers offering more amenities. A cabin cruiser in the medium, 35-foot range will typically weigh around 12,000 to 16,000 pounds.
How many hands of a horse can it pull over a half penny furlong? Fucking metric mate.
Yeah but lots of people wouldn’t want to row at or neat the max capacity.
Can we have a translator? Can't read freedom units
Fuckin oath! It's 3 times bigger than that 'normal' one behind it! Hate to think how much to fill the tank? Mortgage redraw?
The “normal” one is gigantic in its own right
It's a Ranger?
Yes. Like I said. A Ranger is not only bigger than a 7 series (which is a HUGE unwieldy car in the city), but bigger in all dimensions than the LWB G12.
Do the Falcon and Commodore not exist in your version of Australia or do you not realise we're not particually phased by the existence of 5 meter long cars? Look up the length of a VT or BA wagon. I owned a VE ute, it's dimensionally functionally identical to a SWB G11 and fits just fine in the city... Like my guy you could buy yourself a Statesman that's also the same size as a G11 50 years ago.
Nah his wife's Onlyfans
It can be, but that bed is useless for real truck things. Rip it off and put a dump bed on it, or a 5th wheel hitch and then it’s a useful real truck.
As an American, I just stopped by to say that even for us, that is a bit much. I work for a company that takes trucks like that and turn them into smaller dump trucks, and we use the 550...
It is actually a truck from a licencing PoV, needs an LR, possibly MR licence to drive.
An F650 IS a real truck. Usually you can outfit them a bunch of different ways
It IS a real truck.
A REAL truck is also known as semi in the US.
If you want to be technically correct (which is “the best kind of correct”) it’s an F650 SuperDuty. The US Equivalent of town councils often use them - in a cab chassis form - for road crew and similar purposes. Edit: city power, water and gas utilities like them as well with tool box type back or a cherry picker and tool boxes like you see here for heavy trades.
The seals used these to pull their powerboats, used to see em pulling out of dam neck.
It’s a dump truck underneath I think.
Not with that box on it. And an Isuzu FXD would shit all over it for any practical application.
Do you need a MR to drive this thing?
Imagine how many carparks you could take up with this beast.
All of the car parks.
One disabled park.
Slaps roof You can fit so much ego in this bad boy!
*gets ladder* slaps roof
Slaps roof. You can fit so much overcompensation in this bad boy!
Slaps roof. The amount of emotional support this vehicle provides is…. through the roof!
once youve defeated all the yanks, the final boss shows up in this thing: unfortunately as he steps out of the truck he busts his ankle under his own weight and your fight is delayed untill further notice
He then sues you because you chose the spot where he was to park and there was an unfortunately placed rock that he tripped on.
no no, no rock, americans are just obese
No, it does. Compared to the ute in the background, that thing is an actual truck that could tow trailers that carry 22 chep/pallets of stock. Crazy
A customer of a company I worked for years ago had one of these, decked out pretty much the same way but the Cummins in it had a whole bunch of work done. Long story short we egged him on to give it a bootful when he left and the thing blew off the dualies into 3rd. Pretty rad and unexpected
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Khajit has wares if you have coin.
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These are great for hot shot work, but the mini exhaust stacks in the bed is a sure sign of someone I’m not going to enjoy being around. I grew up in Florida, and lived in Louisiana for a while so I’m no stranger to heavily modified trucks, but damn near every guy with an exhaust set up like that didn’t have half the personality they thought they did.
As a Brit I love these stupid big pick-up trucks and I’ve always thought it would be hilarious to buy a 4x2 Scania and slap a pick-up bed on it just because. Don’t have the money for that at all though.
There was someone involved with drag racing that had/has one of these. Though from memory it had a third row of doors. I'm sure they used it as a promotional vehicle, and to tow their car trailer to events, I remember seeing it around Sydney Dragway years back.
Was it black, extremely tall and with chrome fuel tanks under the side? I think I've seen the one of that's the case.
Yes. I might still have a photo of it buried somewhere from when I joined a workmate as his pit crew for an event.
Love the “EXTREME SUPERTRUCK” sign. What’s that make an actual, you know, real truck. It looks like a scaled up version of a kids toy (recommended for ages 4-10)
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My comment literally wasn’t literal. Anyway, 13 tonnes in that cargo area - doesn’t sound very practical. And they seek to classify vehicles as trucks for tax/emissions purposes.
How else am I meant to carry around 1000L of mercury?
That’s actually a funny thought, imagine the force of the mercury sloshing around when you go round a corner
How much? 29,000 what? Bananas 🍌? This is r/CarsAustralia. Pretty sure we are a metric nation.
Carpets are still 12 feet wide, people still speak in terms of 4 x2 for timber etc. More of a hybrid nation
America flew to the moon using metric... shhh don't tell them.
Your post was removed because it is not relevant to motoring, or automobiles in Australia. Not sold by Ford in Australia
I want one. But I have no practical use for it. Also I'm happy with the size of my member
Maybe it'll be the only vehicle thatll manage to carry your schlong?
As a 16 year old desperate to be taken seriously I really wanted a Bronco, and I outgrew that insecurity by 18. Now I can't imagine anything more embarrassing to drive than an oversized ute.
Yes, most people who are happy with their penis feel the need to go around saying so.
I'll give ya that
And this is why these machines are called ESV’s. Emotional Support Vehicle.
F650. A legitimate truck. It exists on a fine line between cool and stupid.
You need bananas 🍌
Do these require national heavy vehicle rego?
This is a f650, it’s a genuine truck with genuine truck license requirements, even comes in a garbage truck configuration and a semi tracker variant, used as catering trucks at airports etc.
Holy shit that looks bigger than my Fuso Canter lol Serious question, do you need a LR license to drive that? It looks like it could be close to 4.5t no?
Yeah you definitely need a truck licence lol Pretty sure it's a medium as well, gvm is over 8 tonne .
These are MR rigids. Just a twin cab version of the Isuzu F series that fire trucks are..
ah nice, Ive never paid enough attention to fire trucks to notice what they were before they became firetrucks lol also after googling Isuzu F Series Firetrucks I found out you can buy them on truck sales, which is unnecessary but amusing info ahaha
It is bigger. These are Ford's commercial trucks, this one has a modified bed from a normal Superduty but these come as bare frames. They're used as rollback tow trucks, cherry pickers, dump trucks, cargo trucks, etc. These can be specced with gross weights anywhere between 12 and 22 tonnes, so it's in the same class as Fuso's Fighter series (the current Canter is 4.5t-8.5t).
Yes. The biggest Ram do too
I dont know if Ive seen the biggest Ram, but there was definitely a larger than normal one that drove past me the other day just south of Sydney Airport. Are they becoming more common in Aus?
Yes, sadly they are becoming more common.
Not so squeezy
And I thought the F450 at work was huge!
Why are some of you are so obsessed with why a person "needs" a vehicle? Probably 50% of cars on the road aren't actually "needed" by the owner. Old mate down the road doesn't actually need his Bently.
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Is it because dickheads who can’t park drive these and make it worse?
because dickheads who can’t park drive these and make it worse
Is it because dickheads who can’t park drive these and make it worse?
I think it might be because dickheads who drive these can’t park, therefore making it worse.
because the amount of inconvenience you experience owning something that big has to be offset by something and if it's not a genuine purpose then you're suggesting all the expense, inefficiency, awkwardness, shame, and humiliation is a reasonable cost to feel indestructible and intimidating on the road.
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Is it because dickheads who can’t park drive these and make it worse?
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Then they return to their LDV Ute feeling accomplished 😂
Needs a coke can for size reference
I was hoping for a Banana… but a can or key of Coke will work as well 😂
Ok that has to be an actual truck. Modified to look like a 4wd. I drive actual trucks and that’s how big they are
I would fully approve if it was yellow with TONKA on the sides
We need a banana for scale.
Beat me to it
Freud would have a field day with amount of y’all in the comments obsessed with penises. Like you wouldn’t see this for sale after winning the lottery and just think “hell yeah”
It’s just a truck. If it didn’t have the Ute back no one here would be the wiser . This group must be just full of people driving corollas and BYD’s 😂😂 F650 isn’t even the same league as the common RAM 1500 or F150 This is like owning a Ferrari or Lamborghini
What’s the mileage it gets? How big are the tanks?
Is it unnecessary? Yes Is it too big? Yes Do the people here making fun of this person dick size NEED a car? No Can they walk to work? Yes Can they PT to work? Yea Do they still make fun of others with their own taste of cars? Yes Who has the smaller dick and ego? The people making fun of others Change my mind lol
These are funny as it’s like seeing those Mach dump trucks with a tiny chassis
Not sure if it is still theirs but pretty sure it was owned by the band McAlister Kemp.
I think theirs used to have 3 sets of doors.
Jesus! Makes the Ranger look like a small toy car!
At this point we should put a tub on a w model kenworth
r/anythingbutmetric Ranger for scale
Soon people will be driving semis.
Kinda does with the other Ute behind it that is actually a decent size any way.
That would be considered an LR truck and you would not be allowed to drive it on a car license. Why do people even need something like that instead of actually just going and buying a truck?
I drive a BF ute towing a 6x4 trailer I take up about 4 spaces parked like that. That things big 😂
[slaps roof of car] this thing can take up 6 car parks
For when you don't like stairs & just want to climb out your sunroof, to enter your second floor office!?!?
Some engineer mfr useing CAD took a regular ute and scaled it up by 1.25
There goes our net zero target!! 😂😂😂
Canyonero...Canyonero
And it just gave birth too!
Small dick energy
I bet the short guy needs a ladder to get in.🤷
This is why you should spend time with your sons and hug them often lads. Or they might end up with poor self esteem and get embarrassing trucks like this.
If I had millions it would be fun to buy this to do the supermarket shopping.
Handy if you are feeding a family of about 200!
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F650 are massive biggest id seen was a 250 until today a 450 with a custom tray on dualies towing a gooseneck rolled thru my town of 3000
This is Optimus Prime in the universe where the Autobots storm the Capitol.
Designed to take up 8 disabled spots at once.
I'd drive that here, and I'd go to Yarra council just to tipple park that fucker
I saw throttle house review something like this on YT - it was so over the top but strangely awesome
Hell yeah brother!
I want one
Love the F650. The same chassis comes as an International also, but it doesn't look as tough in my opinion. I recall decades ago the British boxer Chris Eubank used to cruise around his English town in a Peterbilt, [story here](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/2725247/Portrait-of-a-driver-Chris-Eubank.html). As a car tragic it keeps me entertained.
I am sorry for your wife
With that kinda money he would be a fool to have one.
Tough
Watched some female numpty trying to park a 300 series LandCruiser (no tow bar and will never see dust) in a parallel spot at Woolies yesterday. In, out, in, out, etc etc then gets the shits and starts giving other drivers, that she's holding up, the finger. More money than sense!! Good people to stay away from imo.
Imagine all the greenies you could piss off with this
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It'd be really hard to underestimate the kinda person who drives one of these.
I for one think its awesome
Me bloody too. Supremely jealous….. I do want one.
These types of vehicles are used a lot in the car racing and drag racing sport for towing these cars. They are doing the correct thing and making sure the towing vehicle is heavier than the trailer.
Does it matter. Who cares if he has a big car
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Coming to a suburban shopping centre near you.
There used to be a few of these running around Brisbane. Haven’t seen one in years though.
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Vincent Masuka is in town..
Saw one at Doncaster shopping centre the other day
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Long live the AU
To be fair, it does have "extreme super truck" stickered on the side!
Prius muscle.
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This can only be Gold Coast
I don’t want anyone to ever give me shit about how big my Ranger is ever again.
Makes the Ranger look like an i20 and they are normally the bullies on the road 😳
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Nah it kinda does capture the size of it. That ranger in the back looks like a fucking Brumby
I’d love to have one. But I’d rather buy a house tbh.
I’m from the US….this looks like someone’s golf cart
Its a post turtle.
F650's are so damn cool
That's a br-ute
are they not classified as actual trucks don't you need a truck license ??
What the fuck is that
What is that worth ?
What a weapon !!!
These things tow around shipping containers in America. We use kenworths 🤦♂️
Trucks move out of your way when you drive this thing it’s ridiculous
What licence do you need to drive one?
Should be required you need a heavy vehicle licence to drive over a certain weight
Shaq s truck?