Is the Ford Falcon AU a good car?
Continuous development over many years has seen the Falcon evolve into a sturdy car that doesn’t have a lot of faults, at least major ones. Mechanics report few problems with the AU, there doesn’t appear to be the same issue with cylinder head gasket failure as there was in earlier models.
What is a 1965 Ford Falcon Futura worth?
Vehicle Valuation Analysis
| Bodystyles | Median Sale |
|---|---|
| Futura Hardtop | $41,800 |
| Sedan | $18,200 |
| Sprint Convertible | $21,000 |
| Station Wagon | $2,645 |
What is a Ford Falcon Futura?
The Ford Futura is a large car that was made by Ford Australia between 1962 and 2008. Although the last Futura was part of the BF Series Ford Falcon range it was badged and marketed as the ‘Ford Futura’ rather than the ‘Ford Falcon Futura’.
Which is the best Falcon?
The peregrine falcon is best known for its diving speed during flight—which can reach more than 300 km (186 miles) per hour—making it not only the world’s fastest bird but also the world’s fastest animal.
Are Falcon XR6 reliable?
It has been powerful, comfortable, reliable and economical for a 4.0-litre petrol engine. I have had no mechanical problems in 70,000km and hope to buy another before production ends.
Which Falcon is the best?
Top 10 best fast Ford Falcon models (of all time)
- 2016 Falcon XR6 Turbo Sprint. It will be the last ever performance Falcon.
- FPV GT-F.
- FG FPV GT 335.
- DJR 320.
- XR6 Turbo / FPV F6.
- AU3 TE50.
- XY GT HO Phase III.
- XC Cobra.
What engine does a Ford Futura have?
| Engine manufacturer: | Ford Australia Barra 4.0L |
|---|---|
| Horsepower net: | 182 kW / 248 PS / 244 hp (DIN) |
| / 5000 | |
| Torque net: | 380 Nm / 280 ft-lb |
| / 3250 |
What happened to the Ford Futura?
Having originally cost $250,000, the Futura was sold to Barris for $1 and “other valuable consideration” by Ford Motor Company. As the car was never titled and was therefore uninsurable, it was parked behind Barris’ shop, sitting idle and deteriorating for several years.