I never ever liked driving or riding in a Ford six cylinder for any serious traveling. $8,495 Dealership CC-1615344 1961 Ford Falcon Im not a worthy driver, but an opportunity to wrestle one of these around some rural roads (snowy or not) would be great fun: I assume FORD would have beefed up the braking system considerably for their factory rally cars! However, thats the part of its charm that has grown on me the most. The other big part of the U.S. Falcon story was the Futura, which arrived in 62. Later in the 1964 model year, Ford's new offering for that market was launched: the Ford Mustang, based heavily on the Falcon's unified frame design. Learn how your comment data is processed. Free shipping for many products! The Valiant-Falcon story for 1960 shows how bizarre styling, bad build quality and confused marketing can overwhelm very good engineering, and lose out to conventional, clean styling and focused marketing and product development efforts. Introduced five years after the Ford Thunderbird, the Falcon was the third car line introduced by Ford. Automatics over the years ranged from the Hydramatic, the UltraMatic from Packard and Borg-Warner units such as the Flash-O-Matic in the early to mid 1960s. Shop Ford Falcon Floor Pans by Year 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 Shop Ford Falcon Floor Pans by Brand Classic 2 Current 1 - 12 of 13 Sort by: Classic 2 Current Floor Pan Under Rear Seat - Drivers Side Fits: 1963-64 Ford All Models, 1963-64 Ford Galaxie, 1963-64 Mercury All Models PART# 395-444-1 $139.00 Chrysler even advertised it as Nobodys Kid Brother. Buyers were confused as to which division sold the Valiant, and Im sure that many buyers interested in the Valiant went to the old Dodge-Plymouth dealer, but discovered that it was no longer selling Plymouths, and didnt have any Valiants to sell. Sales for these smaller, more economic cars reached unprecedented heights, further prompting Ford to create a vehicle that was a match for this new trend. Especially with a less restrictive muffler, a Falcon six with a stick gives off a pleasant little baby-growl, not unlike British sixes of similar size like the Triumph 2.5 or ? The key to deriving any driving pleasure from a Falcon was this: avoid the automatic transmission like the plague. The 1960-1963 Ford Falcon Ranchero was more practical than its diminutive looks suggested. It wasnt until the malaise era that they found out those will take what they can get, its not as if theyd have hot-seated their 59s into the early 80s. RideTech 12289100 61-65 Falcon Front Sway Bar for Ridetech Arms. This Falcon is powered by a 170 CI 6 Cylinder engine mated to an Automatic Transmission. Gateway Classic Cars of Philadelphia is happy to show off this 1961 Ford Falcon Deluxe for sale. Once it did that, thanks to its superior underpinnings, it went on to dominate the compact segment in the late sixties and early seventies. Add to Cart. Ive always had a soft spot for the Falcon, despite its certain limitations. It was a present to my father we only drove it approximately 800 miles. Part of the pricing was the result of sticking solely to two body styles: two- and four-door sedans and two- and four-door wagons. The Ford Falcon is a model line of cars that was produced by Ford from the 1960 to 1970 model years. [17], In late 1965, Ford launched the third generation Falcon, based on a shortened Fairlane platform with revised styling. Theres always room for improvement though, and the Valiant and I both eventually figured out the winning formula. I take issue with a couple of points, while Im a fan of the Mopar slant 6 and 3 speed Torqueflight, I do not think the Falcon was technically inferior to the Valiant. Thus, all three introduced compacts: the Valiant from Chrysler (becoming the Plymouth Valiant in 1960, and joined by a downsized Dodge Dart in 1961), GM's Chevrolet Corvair, and the Ford Falcon. American Brands: AMC, Jeep and All Others, Tractors, Lawn Mowers, Off-Road Equipment, Fords 021c Concept: The Falcon Reincarnated, How To Make Your Falcon Six Generate 350 HP, In-Motion Outtakes: 1970 - '71 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia - Grape Creamsicle, COAL: 1985 El Camino Project Update - Miss Lily Elk, http://www.flickr.com/photos/argentla/5369586236/in/set-72157625858415374/, https://autouniversum.wordpress.com/2015/07/08/the-cars-of-james-bond-ford-falcon-ranchero/, https://www.curbsideclassic.com/curbside-classics-american/curbside-classic-1964-ford-falcon-plain-and-simple/. Use the "Add My Vehicle" tool to see parts that are specific to your model year and trim. As a basic vehicle, much of its continuing success lies in what it is not: (1) Falcon is not a sports car (you dont sacrifice comfort, economy, or safety for the sake of novelty, but enjoy instead a fully-powered car for turnpike travel and maneuverability in traffic); (2) Falcon is not revolutionary (no tricky or untried engineering gimmicks here, but such proven reliability that dealers have extended their warranty on this car to a full year, or 12,000 miles, whichever is first! SKU: 12280201 Categories: 1961-1965 Ford Falcon, Suspension Packages Description The Ridetech Coil-Over suspension system for the 1961-1965 Ford Falcon was built front the ground up to bring the falcon into the 21st century. RideTech 12289100 61-65 Falcon Front Sway Bar for Ridetech Arms. Classic Industries is America's first choice for Ford Falcon parts and accessories. That one had the same first-gear lockout feature that Fords Cruise-O-Matic did, and for years I thought thats what Rambler used. V-8 cars got five-lug wheels. All rights reserved. The intrinsically expensive-to-build Corvair flew in the face of this reality, and only survived as long as it did because it morphed into the sporty Monza. 1 listings starting at $14,990. Econoline Falcon (passenger) Van This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for And Im not talking about minor leaks it was not uncommon to take a Valiant out in a steady rain and discover pools of water in the trunk or on the floor of the back seat. It was for sale for cheap, but it sold quickly before I could get the cash. Classifieds for 1961 Ford Falcon. That combination, with a two-barrel carb added, preferably on a swapped-in 200 six, some Koni shocks, decent tires, and the closest thing to a conventional European sedan was (sort of) in reach. [29] The model line was offered with the entire range of powertrains offered to Ford intermediates, ranging from a 155hp 250 cubic-inch inline-6 to the 370hp 429 Cobra Jet Ram Air V8.[29]. (well the Corvairs isnt really a grille, but you know what I mean). The Futura sported vinyl bucket seats and a ribbed, chromed top for its center console. For that purpose it was a pretty ideal little sedan. His only real attempt at a McNamara-mobile, the Pinto, sputtered when compared to the real thing like the Falcon. Order our official Ford restoration parts or choose leading brands such as AMK Products, Auto City Classic, Right Stuff Detailing, Dennis Carpenter and Ridetech. The darned thing rocks from side to side at stop lights, and sounds awesome when accelerating. A picture gallery is included along with full price list. Otherwise, it would have fallen far below its usual position. Comes with a motor with parts, transmission with parts, a bucket full of carb parts, all the windows and a gas tank. Vintage Ford Falcon Parts
This is where the duo Dart-Valiant beginned to get an higher share of the market. Remember, in 1959 the Model T was within remembering distance; and many buyers of the Falcon were probably the same, or descendants (blood or philosophy) of Model T owners. [5] A three-speed manual column shift was standard, and the two-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic was optional. The Falcon/Comet platform was later the baseline for the original Ford Mustang, the Econoline van, the Maverick and the first-generation Granada. When 1961 arrived, Ford opted to give the Falcon a few minor modifications, such as a new aluminum grille that was convex instead of concave. 1968 and 1969 Falcons got new side marker lights or reflectors, front outboard shoulder belts, and headrests for cars built after January 1, 1969. Thus, Dodge lost its image as a step up from a Plymouth. $475.00 /each. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance. Furthermore, many American families were now in the market for a second car, and market research showed women especially thought the full-size car had grown too large and cumbersome. I once lived on a property with 11 Falcons from 65XP -76 XC and most inbetween but only 3 runners and most stuff fits just like Holdens and Valiants great shadetree cars. The engine is 2230 dual carbs with less than 5000 miles on new engine. of flat floor width between the wheelhousings. Continuing sales declines and the inability of the car to meet forthcoming safety standards resulted in a short run of 1970 models identical to the 1969 version being built through the end of December, 1969; none of the 1970-model Falcons used a locking steering column that would be standard on all other 1970 Ford products (except Mavericks built before September 1969). 2016, 2017 and 2018. McNamara, who was promoted to Group Vice President of Cars and Trucks by the time the Falcon was launched, was intimately involved in development, insisting on keeping the costs and weight of the car as low as possible. Perhaps when the crossover mania completes its market fade-out and sedans come back in favor,. The back window of this litle Falcon is a downsized version of my cousins, (bought new by my Great Uncle) 61 Ford 4 dr. Thats not to say that the Futura was truly sporty, by any stretch. This 1961 ford falcon wagon has a great look and is a great driver! $5 Off Your $100 Mobile App Purchase . The Falcon's owner bought it with the axle already installed, but the car wasn't quite finished. This F, With a cool color combo, even cooler vintage droptop attitude, and cold-blowing air conditioning, th, 1961 Ford Falcon wagon in good condition for its year.Car has a straight6 engine automatic transmiss, CHECK OUT THIS COOL 1962 FORD FALCON SEDAN. I have a 62 Mercury Comet as a weekend driver/project car(sadly more often the latter than the former). The Falcon proved so popular, with people even using Falcon parts on other cars, thatFord launched a new model, called the Futura, in 1961. (By 1962, the Comet adopted more Mercury-based styling and was folded into the Mercury line as the Mercury Comet.). Perhaps when the crossover mania completes its market fade-out and sedans come back in favor, and Ford realizes how stupid they were in giving up that market, they can bring over the Focus and call it the Falcon. It was, 1961 Ford Falcon Ranchero Original a 6 cylinder car. [6] Body styles included two- and four-door sedans, two- or four-door station wagons, and the Ranchero car-based pickup, transferred onto the Falcon platform for 1960 from the Fairlane. They all kept compact programs on the back burner, and the very nasty recession that started in the fall of 1957 sealed the deal. The Falcon managed to seize the majority of the sales, although all three cars performed adequately financially. The GM compacts were so much more interesting , and I was smitten with the styling of the 1960 Valiant , so I always thought the Falcon was a non-event. Yes, the Falcon was no more rugged or over-engineered that necessary, but thats what McNamara rightfully deemed as the only way to eke out a profit on the Falcon. Now has a Ford 302/2v engine with automatic tra. It was non-synchronized in first and reverse, so there was a little learning curve. When I say Falcons took off in 1963-1/2, I simply mean thats when they got really good (with the addition of the V8 engine), which then became the Mustang. Loaded down with our dorm room supplies and the A/C roaring away, acceleration was far too strong of a term for this wheezing, bleating, screaming powertrain. It appeals both to my left brain, for being so pragmatic and rational, as well as my right brain, where Ive spent way too many hours mentally building the perfect 1961 Falcon, as if there was such a thing. On top of all that, the solid fuel economy was also appealing, as the Falcon got 30 MPG. However, Ford built a handful of special competition ones for rallying,(with V8 power, naturally) and one or two of these ended up as saloon racecars in England. Learn More Product # CRD5103S 1964-66 Mustang L6 With Manual Trans 4 Row Copper/Brass Radiator The Ford Falcon is a full-sized car that was manufactured by Ford Australia from 1960 to 2016. The Ford Bronco is undoubtedly an American icon and one of our top 10 classic trucks of all time. Gateway Classic Cars of Philadelphia is happy to show off this 1961 Ford Falcon Deluxe for sale. In my garage, I would throw a few 64 and 65 models into the mix because I really like their more substantial styling and all of them are available for 64/65. Ford Falcon in Philadelphia, PA. 2 listings starting at $20,000. Once finally up to speed, any faster than 50 mph made this loaded down, huge compressor, dealer add on A/C wagons water temperature gauge most past the 3/4 range scale. Ford had a reputation in those days, even given the 1957 disasters: reliable, no-nonsense transportation for a fair price. Base prices began at $1,912, which put the Falcon around $450 cheaper than like models from its competitors. Classics on Autotrader is your one-stop shop for the best classic cars, muscle cars, project cars, exotics, hot rods, classic trucks, and old cars for sale. Variations of the Ford Falcon were manufactured in Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile and Mexico. Save your vehicles, create project lists, and track your orders. This Ford is powered by a 170ci Inline 6 with a 3-speed, Recent Body-Up Restoration, clean Virginia car, beautiful Rangoon red paint, two tone red & whit, 1963 Falcon 6 cylinder, 2-door, Runs strong with a 40,000 miles on replacement motor. Restore a 1962 Ford Falcon Squire, tune up the Mercury Comet Cyclone for track day or get Ford Falcon 1964 parts to fix your rare Falcon Sprint V8. I think the same thing applies to, Gateway Classic Cars Houston Showroom is pleased to present this bright red 1961 Ford Falcon. The most efficient way to navigate through our huge database and compare cars side by side is the interface located on the Car Specs Homepage Catalogue of 692 car makes & manufacturers Hed have been the exact buyer McNamara had in mind for the Falcon; but he was looking at other brands in 1962. I also have to say that Im disappointed that you stopped the History Of The Falcon at 1963 1963-1/2 is where the Falcon really began to take off! It rode reasonably well enough in its effort to emulate the big cars. [13] Later, hardtops, and the new "Sprint" model were introduced. Famed 85-hp FALCON six engine delivers up to 30 miles a gallon with regular gas (optional FALCON 101-hp engine available for more demanding terrain or power needs does nearly as well! At the time of the Falcon's debut, Ford was not in great shape financially. EXCLUSIVE: Beautiful 1961 Ford Falcon | Barn Finds Live Auctions 1986 Oldsmobile Toronado 22 hours $4,300 Bid Now 1950 Plymouth Special DeLuxe Sedan 2 days$12,500 Bid Now 1971 Ford F-100 Pickup 3 days $1,850 Bid Now 1951 Frazer Standard 6 days $2,000 Bid Now Kaiser-Frazer Grille And Trim 6 days$100 Bid Now 1953 Kaiser Special 6 days $5,270 Bid Now Paul is so very Real World Correct with his opening paragraph/reply! But I already had my hands full with the Mustang, so I let them go. The market shift that spurred the development of the Falcon and its competitors also precipitated the demise of several well-established marques in the late-1950s and early-1960s. The Falcon was the bechamel sauce that Iacocca made all kinds of gravy with for the first half of his career (the K-car filled that role for the second) but as Ive said elsewhere, besides that these initially-fullsize-sales stealing conventional compacts freed up the big cars to get even bigger and fancier and go after the market that really wanted them without incurring the kinds of complaints (from societal critics as well as auto experts) the 58/59s incurred. Home The Ford Falcon 1961 Ford Falcon 1961 Falcon Sedan Tudor Falcon in Chesapeake Blue demonstrates Falcon's attractive design $1912.00 The lowest priced of all Fords, the 2-door Falcon represents unrivalled value as a first or second car, Wonderful for the lady of the house or teenager. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Is it the fact that it was affordable and practical? At the top of the line was the highly trimmed Futura Sports Coupe, which featured chrome side window frames, giving this two-door sedan the look of a hardtop. Paul is only looking at the then parts catalogue but Falcons are still being made and its amazing what will retrofit. Over 42 in. Large "Sports Coupe" script on the "C" pillar was borrowed from the 19641965 Fairlane Sports Coupe. Using an address. Branson, MO 5 years at classiccars.com 3 9,999 1961 Ford Falcon 722 below average purple automatic I only drove a Falcon once, in the 90s. 1961-66 Ford/Mercury; Mustang/Falcon/Ranchero/Comet; Front Lower Control Arm Assembly; LH Or RH MSRP: $65.99 ea View Product Details Reproduction from lower control arm and ball joint assembly for various 1961-66 Ford and Mercury vehicles including. Why could they not have called the Fusion the Falcon instead? The Falcon Pickup's big 6-ft. box (nearly 8 ft. with tailgate down) gives over 31 cu. by e-mailing Showcars@idirect.com (click link) or telephone (905) 857-6345. year /to. Front fenders bolt on for economical repair. 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