Images: Ford T1 TE50 (1999-00)
Released in October 1999, the Ford T1 TE50 was a large, rear-wheel drive sedan. Manufactured in Campbellfield, Victoria, the TE50 was powered by a 4.9-litre V8 petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, the automatic transmission featured an ‘Electronic Sports Shift’ mode –engaged via a switch in the centre console – which enabled the driver to use the steering wheel-mounted gearshift buttons… Read full Ford TE50 review
Images: Ford T2 TE50 (2000-01)
Released in October 2000, the Ford T2 TE50 introduced a more powerful engine, a five-speed manual transmission, additional features and a subtle facelift. The Ford T2 TE50 could be identified by its side skirts with ‘TE50’ insignia; buyers could also opt to have no rear spoiler fitted, the single-plane XR8 rear spoiler or the pre-existing T-Series rear spoiler. Under the bonnet, there was a unique ‘T-Series’ engine cover with ‘TE50’ logo.
Images: Ford T3 TE50 (2001-02)
Released in November 2001, the Ford T3 TE50 introduced a stroked 5.6-litre V8 engine, subtle cosmetic updates and DataDot part identification. The Ford T3 TE50 could be identified by its new front and rear fascias, black mesh grille incorporating the Tickford logo, side skirts with T-Series badging, deeper rear bumper and unique TE50 spoiler.
