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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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1969 Ford Falcon XW GT Brambles Red 3 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 7584 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.8L

1969 Ford Falcon XW "Black Edition" Introducing a one off build, know as the XW Black Edition. The concept of the build was to turn anything that would previously be silver or chrome, black. This a serious tuff streeter that has had no expense spared. - T-Rex Racing Engines Built 427ci Engine - Producing an Impressive 805hp at the Engine - Dart SHP Block - 427ci Scat Steel Stroker Assembly - Balanced & Blueprinted Assembly - Clevite Head Treated Bearings - Pro Systems 1050 Dominator cfm Car

$199,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Carss Park, NSW

Dealer used
4 hours ago

2008 Ford Falcon XR6 T 6 SP AUTO SEQ SPORTSHIFT 4D SEDAN

  • 183658 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Turbo 2008 FG Falcon XT sleeper Not registered - write off from water damage by insurance. Everything working perfect still was written off tho possibly can be re-registeted. Selling for parts basically.. owes around 13k just for parts in it. Was going to part out but would rather sell whole.. have some extras that come with it. Spare fg gas motor (not included in this price or deal but available) Parts and specs: Fg na engine on e85 Xr6turbo zf 6 speed Xr6turbo Rear diff cradle lsd sold bushed

$6,000
Forster, NSW

5 hours ago

1981 Ford Falcon XD 427 V8

  • 123456 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 8000

The Falcon XD was introduced in 1979 following the Falcon XC. A redesign was undertaken, borrowing inspiration from Ford Europe’s Ford Granada Mark II. The XD model range saw the removal of the 2-door hardtop body shape, but saw the introduction of limited models such as the European Sports Pack, S Pack and Limited Edition Fairmont Ghia. 302 and 351 ci V8 engine options were available as well as the 3.3 and 4.1 litre straight six. Notable examples include Dick Johnson’s “Tru-Blue” XD, which won

$79,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Mile End, SA

Dealer used
Yesterday

2003 Ford BA Falcon

  • 185000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

2003 BA Falcon XR6 Turbo 6 speed manual 185,000km 12 months rego Full FG running gear FG engine Head gasket Head studs Valve springs Injectors and pumps Plasmaman intercooler and intake 6 boost manifold high mount Turbo pulsar GTX3486R Tuned by Empire Racing and Mechanical 430RWK, pump 98 Suspension king springs Bilstin shocks White line sway bars Pump pipe and big clutch 3 half inch Xforce exhaust Sunroof Very clean car, everything works, fun to drive Selling as I don’t have the time to drive

$31,000Negotiable
Nowra, NSW

26/04/2024

2004 FORD FALCON XR6T 4 SP AUTO SEQ SPORTSHIFT 4D SEDAN

  • 252000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Price firm, no offers! Cash only, no swaps, no pay ID Need the car gone as it’s just sitting not being used 2004 Ford Xr6 turbo Rego until 20 June 2024 253000 kms on body Engine replaced by previous owner, now has a BF turbo motor with around 115000kms on it. Has been tuned by ESP racing, car has 334.9 kw at the wheels and the tuner put in Bosch 1250cc injectors. Cost $2000 Brand new hi flow turbo cost $1060 have receipt Plasmaman 800hp stage 2 intercooler and piping kit in black cost $2766 h

$10,000
Goulburn, NSW

24/04/2024

2002 FORD FALCON XR6 VCT 5 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN

  • 372000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 6 cyl 4.0L

Reluctantly selling my 2002 Series 3 AU Falcon XR6. Features include 5 speed manual, vct engine, independent rear suspension, momo steering wheel, leather interior, premium sound, factory sunroof, factory racing body kit and also factory tow bar (tongue not fitted ATM). The interior is in excellent condition apart from wear marks on driver seat. There are small cracks in front and rear bars, easily fixable. Bonnet and front bar have stone chips. Car drives and presents very well – paint is not

$7,500
Glenorchy, TAS

23/04/2024

2009 Ford Falcon Xr8 6 Sp Manual Utility

  • 173000 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

Metallic Black 6speed manual Xr8 Ute, looks, sounds and goes great! 290 kW 5.4 litre BOSS engine. StreetFighter cold air intake, full 3" system, Pacemaker headers, BC racing coil over sports front & rear suspension, King lowered rear leafs, staggered 20" Vertini rf1.7 wheels and new XR FGX seats All new running gear (belts, plugs, coils, filters), radiator, brakes, and lubricants. This Ford Falcon Ute XR8 Ute has ABS brakes, driver airbag, passenger airbag and speed alert warning. It has

$39,888Negotiable
Adelaide CBD, SA

13/04/2024

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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.