Ford fan Jayden Goodhew, 18, is devastated that Ford will cease production in Australia. Dave Noonan JAYDEN Goodhew comes from generations of Ford lovers - and he can't hide his disappointment that the car company will stop manufacturing in Australia.
The 18-year-old said the Ford badge meant something special to him.
"I'm devastated, very devastated," Mr Goodhew said.
"It's a real shame. Ford prices are going up because they're expensive to produce, that's why not many people are buying them.
"I'd rather have an Aussie car than an overseas one."
Mr Goodhew's parents own a Ford Territory, which is one of the last models continuing to be built in Australia, along with the iconic Ford Falcon.
Ford manufacturing in Australia will cease completely in 2016, and 1200 manufacturing jobs will go.
Ford Australia president Bob Graziano cited the high cost of production as the reason for the decision.
Mr Goodhew said there were plenty of things to like about an "Aussie Ford".
"I really like the look of them.
"The headlights, the size, the engine, it's beautiful. It's got good titanium, I love it."
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