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The GT started life as a Limited Edition, but demand was so strong that more GTs were built. The last XR was assembled in February of 1968. The GTs future as a model in its own right was assured.
The launch of the XT in March 1968 kept the Aussie muscle car alive. The XT was made even more potent and attractive and was now available in a range of colours, a step up from the XR that was only offered in GT Gold. New colours for the XT included, Springtime Yellow, GT Silver, Polar White, GT Gold, Candy Apple Red and Zircon Green Metallic. The XT interior was only availiable in one colour, black.
The Falcon XT was to be Ford’s answer to Holden’s two door coupe, the Monaro and the two would fight it out on the Bathurst race track for superiority. This was the real beginning of the Ford - Holden rivalry that still persists amongst the manufacturers today.
Features
The comprehensive front end features the engraved headlights and driving lights, as well as the finely finished front grille and bumper.
The model features a delicate extendable aerial, that is retractable.
The JJ type pressed steel ventilated wheel rims wore 185 x 14 radial ply tyres.
The detailed door trims feature chrome window winders and accent strips.
The interior features authentic XT GT dash detail, steering wheel, full instrumentation and soft rubber seats.
The rear seat has a working fold-down arm rest.
The engine bay has an outstanding level of detail including an etched metal air filter, finely moulded hoses, leads and tubing.
The boot mat is skillfully moulded soft rubber and has been made removable.
The finely moulded soft rubber boot mat, spare wheel and cover can be removed from the boot.
Superb chassis detail with working suspension, swaybar and steering.
The chassis also includes working rear leaf spring suspension and a rotating driveshaft.
Item includes certificate with individual production number.