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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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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
18 hours ago

2016 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Sprint Gold 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 43405 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Sprint - The Last of the Falcons, Unleash the Power of Australian Muscle! #331 of 750 & ONLY 28 EVER MADE IN VICTORY GOLD METALLIC WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION! Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Australian automotive history with the 2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Sprint. This limited-edition XR8 Sprint represents the pinnacle of the Falcon lineage, showcasing the power and performance that defined Australian muscle cars. Elevate your driving experience with this col

$69,880 Excl. Gov. Charges
Maddington, WA

Dealer used
20 hours ago

2016 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Sprint Grey 6 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 11004 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

PRICED TO SELL, XR8 SPRINT , MANUAL, SERVICE BOOKS, LOW KM's, LEATHER SEATS, SAT NAV (GPS), REVERSE CAMERA & SENSORS, CRUISE CONTROL, BLUETOOTH, DAB RADIO, SIDE AIRBAGS, ALLOY WHEELS, FULL ELECTRICS, ETC... ALL ON ROAD COSTS (RWC, REGO, STAMP DUTY AND TRANSFER FEE) INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE - NO MORE TO PAY! WITH OVER 250 USED CARS IN STOCK, WE CAN HELP IN FINDING THE RIGHT CAR FOR YOU. WE ARE LOCATED ONLY 5 MINS AWAY FROM HOPPRS XING STATION, COME IN AND EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT VICTORIAâ€

$93,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
22/04/2024

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.