Thunderbirds-Are-Go! As Ford Gives Visitors A Taste Of The Hit Film To Come

Written By: UK Conventions (News Team)
Published: 25th May, 2004 03:26 PM

Thunderbirds-are-go! as Ford will have their largest ever stand at the British International Motor Show in Birmingham's NEC this year built around a huge 'Tracy Island' set from the summer blockbuster. The actual cars from the Thunderbirds film will also be on display, including Lady Penelope's FAB 1 pink limousine.

Ford will lead the way at the 2004 Sunday Times Motor Show Live with the biggest ever stand hosting a Thunderbirds themed interactive experience. Revealing Ford's association with the Universal Pictures movie, it will give visitors an exclusive preview prior to the film's release this Summer.

The stand - which is the size of a football pitch - will re-create Tracy Island constructed using five tonnes of sand, featuring an 840 metre 'lake' and a 16 metre long Thunderbird 2 suspended above. Visitors to the stand will be able to see original vehicles, sets and props via an interactive tour, including the star of the show - Lady Penelope's stunning pink, 8.2metre long, six-wheel FAB1 limousine which was co-developed by the filmmakers and Ford's own in-house design team.

A 25-minute long live action spectacular will preview the movie and bring the 'Thunderbirds powered by Ford' experience to life for visitors.