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FORD FALCON Used Car Review

The Ford Falcon was Australia's longest continuously running nameplate up to the cessation of local production in October 2016 - 56 years after it debuted as a US-based model. Ford's large car started to become more Australianised from the 1970s and it would eventually compete against the Holden Commodore in a famously fierce local rivalry. There were luxury models such as the Fairlane and LTD, ute spin-offs, and sportier models such as the XR6 Turbo and V8-powered XR8 of more recent times.

Pros

Cons

  • Roomy and comfortable interiors
  • Wide range of models
  • Excellent, torquey six-cylinder engines
  • Engineered specifically for Australian roads
  • Thirsty LPG engines
  • Taxi stigma
  • No longer in production
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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  • 4815 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

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$82,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
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  • 98085 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
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Top2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 51289 km
  • Sedan
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$54,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Albion Park Rail, NSW

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2016 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Sprint White & Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 4815 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

Extremley Rare Find XR8 sprint with the powerful 5.0 litre supercharged engine, T Bar auto shift, Partial leather seating, Digital touch screen entertainment system, Cruise and traction control, Bluetooth, 19inch Blackout alloy wheels, reverse camera and sensors and so much more. Ultra low 5,000kms, service history and presenting as new. Collectors opportunity!

$82,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Rockingham, WA

Dealer used
19 hours ago

2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 51289 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

2015 FORD FALCON XR8 6 SP AUTO SEQ SPORTSHIFT 4D SEDAN SV8 Enquire Today!! Test Drive Today Why Wait 12-16 Months for New?? Flexible Finance Options Great Reliable Car IMMEDIATE DELIVERY WE DELIVER!! BUYING A VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN SO EASY! ENQUIRE NOW!!? We will not be beaten! We are one of Australia's biggest used car operators. This means the best trade-in prices for you! All our pre-owned vehicles have had a safety check that incorporates any major accident damage checks,

$54,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Albion Park Rail, NSW

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 White 6 Speed Steptronic Sedan

  • 98085 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

Last of this classic Aussie muscle car Enjoy the power and sound of this 8 cylinder XR8 OR park it in the garage and watch it appreciate 335kW/570Nm 5.0-litre Boss V8 GPS (satellite navigation) 19" alloy wheels Full service history Buy with confidence knowing when you buy your Pre-Loved Car from us you will drive out with complete peace of mind in a vehicle that has been inspected, tested and approved by our licensed technicians. For your peace of mind our cars come with: 1. 12 Month Roadside

$47,896 Drive Away^
Strathmore Heights, VIC

Dealer used
26/04/2024

Overview of the Ford Falcon

Overview of the Ford Falcon

The Ford Falcon was Australia's longest continuously running nameplate up to the cessation of local production in October 2016 - 56 years after it debuted as a US-based model.

Ford's large car started to become more Australianised from the 1970s and it would eventually compete against the Holden Commodore in a famously fierce local rivalry.

There were luxury models such as the Fairlane and LTD, ute spin-offs, and sportier models such as the XR6 Turbo and V8-powered XR8 of more recent times.

FORD FALCON GENERATIONS (SINCE 2002)

2002-2008

2008-2016

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (not including ute models)

EcoBoost turbo 4-cylinder: 8.0-8.7 litres per 100km

LPG 6-cylinder: 11.7-13.5 litres per 100km

6-cylinder: 9.0 litres per 100km

6-cylinder turbo: 9.5-11.1 litres per 100km

V8: 13.6-13.7 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO FORD FALCON

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: FORD FALCON (FG, 2008-2016)

Watch out for a used Falcon that has been abused by a previous fleet-operator owner.

Clunks over bumps can mean worn suspension bushes.

A pulsing through the car when you apply the brakes probably means worn and warped front brake rotors. Sometimes these can be repaired, but usually new rotors are the best strategy.

The automatic transmission has an external fluid cooler, but these can fail, allowing coolant into the gearbox where it quickly wrecks both the mechanical and electronic functions of the automatic. Check the transmission fluid for milkiness that suggests the coolant and oil have mixed. If they have mixed, give that car a miss.

Make sure the central locking works perfectly, as this is an early sign of a failing body computer.

Check for low coolant level in the radiator. An O-ring at the back of the water pump is a common cause of coolant loss.