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Automotive Lifestyle
AUTOS: Unique Classics At Barrett-Jackson
The 1965 Ford Falcon sedan delivery was a rare item in its day and a nice find in Palm Beach.
While many thousands of Ford Falcons were sold in 1965 only a tiny percentage were sedan-delivery wagons. (Photo: David Harris)
When you peruse the tents at any Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction, it’s always fun to run across something unusual.
Here at Palm Beach, one such vehicle is Lot 338, a white, lightly modded 1965 Ford Falcon custom sedan delivery. While more than 200,000 Ford Falcon iterations were produced that year – including two-door coupes, four-door sedans, station wagons, convertibles and the popular Ranchero among others – less than 700 sedan deliveries’ made their way to loving owners.
Purchased new in 1965, this Falcon was used by Yellowstone National Park as a utility vehicle until 1989. Lightly used, then restored, and updated to pristine condition, it made for a really nice presentation. A familiar 289ci V8 sits under the hood, while a factory three-speed automatic engaged the mount. It’s rust-free, fully documented and will make someone a great cruise-night machine for $20,350, including buyer’s premium.
It was “well-bought,” as they say in the business.
The Falcon spent a decade (1960 through 1970) in Ford’s automotive portfolio, with its designed versatility helping Blue Oval push towards a younger demographic. Thought of as a smaller car in the United States, it was also highly thought of internationally as more of a mid-sized option.
As Ford would have it, the Falcon’s versatility wasn’t limited to the showroom. It also made its way to both domestic and international racing scenes. In 1964, Ford sent eight Falcon Sprints – the sporting version of the two-door coupe – to compete in Europe’s rally circuit.
They took home multiple class titles, recording second overall in the prestigous Monte Carlo Rally. In addition, Anne Hall and the great Denise McCluggage took home top honors in the 2,500cc class.
Domestically, Falcons dotted the Sports Car Club of America’s (SCCA) A/Sedan class, and on rare occasions, took on the ultra-competitive Trans-Am Series.
Not to be outdone, famed quarter miler Gene Snow piloted a ’65 Ford Falcon-bodied altered wheelbase Funny Car named Rambunctious to two consecutive National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) U.S. Nationals victories in 1966 and 1967. Built from a stock Falcon body, this maroon drag car dominated both sanctioned and non-sanctioned match races throughout the United States.
At the end of the day however, the Falcon’s biggest claim to fame was that it provided a developmental base for Ford’s iconic Mustang, as the original 1964.5 utilized many of the parts and pieces from the Falcon. Lee Iacocca, who was moving through the ranks of Ford at the time, wanted the project to evolve out of the Falcon chassis. Unfortunately for the Falcon, it also laid the foundation for its demise as well.
The third and final generation of the Falcon spanned 1966-70. Continued sales declines and an inability to comply with upcoming safety regulations shuttered production of this great ride. As for the Mustang… thank you, Ford Falcon.
Here at Palm Beach, one such vehicle is Lot 338, a white, lightly modded 1965 Ford Falcon custom sedan delivery. While more than 200,000 Ford Falcon iterations were produced that year – including two-door coupes, four-door sedans, station wagons, convertibles and the popular Ranchero among others – less than 700 sedan deliveries’ made their way to loving owners.
Purchased new in 1965, this Falcon was used by Yellowstone National Park as a utility vehicle until 1989. Lightly used, then restored, and updated to pristine condition, it made for a really nice presentation. A familiar 289ci V8 sits under the hood, while a factory three-speed automatic engaged the mount. It’s rust-free, fully documented and will make someone a great cruise-night machine for $20,350, including buyer’s premium.
It was “well-bought,” as they say in the business.
The Falcon spent a decade (1960 through 1970) in Ford’s automotive portfolio, with its designed versatility helping Blue Oval push towards a younger demographic. Thought of as a smaller car in the United States, it was also highly thought of internationally as more of a mid-sized option.
As Ford would have it, the Falcon’s versatility wasn’t limited to the showroom. It also made its way to both domestic and international racing scenes. In 1964, Ford sent eight Falcon Sprints – the sporting version of the two-door coupe – to compete in Europe’s rally circuit.
They took home multiple class titles, recording second overall in the prestigous Monte Carlo Rally. In addition, Anne Hall and the great Denise McCluggage took home top honors in the 2,500cc class.
Domestically, Falcons dotted the Sports Car Club of America’s (SCCA) A/Sedan class, and on rare occasions, took on the ultra-competitive Trans-Am Series.
Not to be outdone, famed quarter miler Gene Snow piloted a ’65 Ford Falcon-bodied altered wheelbase Funny Car named Rambunctious to two consecutive National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) U.S. Nationals victories in 1966 and 1967. Built from a stock Falcon body, this maroon drag car dominated both sanctioned and non-sanctioned match races throughout the United States.
At the end of the day however, the Falcon’s biggest claim to fame was that it provided a developmental base for Ford’s iconic Mustang, as the original 1964.5 utilized many of the parts and pieces from the Falcon. Lee Iacocca, who was moving through the ranks of Ford at the time, wanted the project to evolve out of the Falcon chassis. Unfortunately for the Falcon, it also laid the foundation for its demise as well.
The third and final generation of the Falcon spanned 1966-70. Continued sales declines and an inability to comply with upcoming safety regulations shuttered production of this great ride. As for the Mustang… thank you, Ford Falcon.
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