FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY STARS SET TO DAZZLE MIDDLE EAST MOTOR SHOW VISITORS

Dubai, UAE, 29 November, 2005 - For this year's Middle East International Motor Show, visitors to the Ford Motor Company stand in Hall 3 are in for a special treat as star models make their Middle Eastern debut this December.

The legendary Ford GT returns in its production version after a prelude by the GT concept during the 2003 show, showcasing Ford's heritage of performance cars together with the mighty Ford Mustang GT. The best-selling SUV on the planet, the Ford Explorer, also appears in its all-new model for 2006, setting yet another benchmark in its segment with class-leading features.

Another star attraction this year will be Lincoln's all-new mid-size luxury sedan, the Zephyr, which appears aside its luxury truck model, the Mark LT. As for Mercury, this year's show will feature all-new models that make their Middle Eastern debut, including the Milan mid-size sedan, Monterey mini-van and the all-new 2006 Mountaineer mid-size SUV.

"Show visitors will definitely understand the direction our brands are taking in refreshing their lineups," said Hussein Murad, Ford Middle East's Sales & Marketing director. "This year, our display is all about the progressive and all-new products which we will soon introduce to the Middle East. It reflects the dynamic changes that are coming to our lineup. I would certainly watch that space!”

Ford: Ford GT, Mustang GT, 2006 Explorer

Adrenaline-packed race lovers will be delighted with the 5.4 Litre, V8 Ford GT production car, which, like the concept, casts the familiar, sleek look of its namesake; yet every dimension on the car is a unique reinterpretation of the original. The 4.6 Litre V8 Mustang GT will complement the GT with its Coupe and Convertible bodystyles.

Also gracing the stand will be the all-new 2006 model of the world’s best selling SUV, the Ford Explorer, which appears with its new bolder styling and design, featuring class exclusive safety features, segment-leading interior room and quietness, and for the first time a floor-mounted gear shift.

A Larger Mercury Line-Up

The Mercury line-up for the Motor Show features the all-new 2006 Mountaineer, the Monterey minivan and the mid-size Milan, both which make their Middle Eastern debut. The brand's flagship model, the Grand Marquis, is also featured.

Lincoln: Lincoln Zephyr, Mark LT

The V-6 powered, front-wheel-drive, contemporary Lincoln Zephyr alongside the authentic luxury truck the Mark LT will also be prominent on the stand. Both models feature alongside the new Navigator full-size SUV and the luxury sports sedan, the LS V8.

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures and distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With nearly 325,000 employees and 110 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated automotive brands include Aston Martin, Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercury and Volvo. Its automotive-related services include Ford Motor Credit Company and Hertz. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.fordvehicles.com.