Ford Falcon (XB)

Ford Falcon (XB). 1973–6 (prod. 211,971 all types, incl. Futura and Fairmont). 4-door sedan, 5-door wagon, 2-door coupé, 2-door utility, 2-door panel van. F/R, 200, 250 in³ (I6 OHV), 302, 351 in³ (V8 OHV). Improvements to XA with 1971–3 Mustang-inspired looks, especially with new, more modern grille. Four-wheel disc brakes standard, and standard equipment upgrade. Two millionth Australian Ford built during XB’s run. Mid-line Futura nameplate continued into XB series. Basis of the rare, limited-edition John Goss Special, based on the hardtop.

Manufacturing location: Broadmeadows, Victoria, Australia

Marque: Ford | Model: Ford Falcon | Predecessor: Ford Falcon (XA) | Successor: Ford Falcon (XC)

q.v. Ford Fairmont (XB)

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