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Ranger proves it's "Built Ford Tough"

Ranger proves it's "Built Ford Tough"

Date: 2014-10-03
A standard production Ford Ranger has taken on and conquered one of the most punishing rounds of the South African Cross Country Championship, proving beyond doubt that it lives up to the brand's reputation of being "Built Ford Tough".

The project Ranger Double Cab 3.2 4x4 contested Class E of the Ford Dealer 400, the 7th round of the local championship, which took place near Thaba Nchu in the Free State recently.

The vehicle was prepared for the race by veteran off-road racer Henri Zermatten, and was equipped with nothing more than the requisite safety equipment, off-the-shelf 4x4 shock absorbers as well as improved under-body protection. For the rest, it was as standard as the Ranger you find on any showroom floor.

The Ranger completed the race distance of almost 350 km without any incidents or mechanical woes - despite the event being recognised as one of the roughest in the SA championship.

Noted for the exceptionally rocky, mountainous and totally unforgiving terrain, the punishing route claimed its fair share of victims during the race, with 18 of the original 60 starters failing to finish.

For your "Built Ford Tough" Ford Ranger contact Ford Ballito on 032 946 5600 or visit their showroom at SMD Group's Ballito Ford, 35 Moffat Drive, Ballito.

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