To match the standard of living, Ford went for a larger car, the all new XR Falcon. Designed in Australia, it was still based on the American Falcon.Styling of the XR was inspired by the hugely popular US Mustang, and turned heads right around Australia. It proved a winner, achieving big sales.
The new Falcon came with an optional V8 engine, a 289 cubic inch unit that produced 200bhp at 4400rpm. The Pursuit 170 and Super Pursuit 200 six cylinders remained with minor improvements; the 144 was scrapped. The wheelbase was slightly stretched, front disc brakes were offered across the range and the 13 inch wheels were replaced by a 14 inch variety. XR broke new ground in suspension, body frame and chassis design, and was the first model developed at You Yangs. For the second time, a Falcon won the Wheels Car of the Year award.
The XR has a very different appearance to the previous models, due to its long nose and short tail styling with a distinctive kick up at the back of the rear doors, which is known as the "Coke bottle" hip.Inside, the instrument panel was restyled, and lap seat belts were made standard, but only on the front seats. New additions to the options list included a remote boot release and a stereo tape player.
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