1975 Ford XB GS Fairmont

This 1975 Ford XB GS Fairmont is a K-code 351 V8, four-speed manual sedan presented with its matching-number engine and original books. It is powered by a 5.8 litre naturally aspirated Cleveland V8, paired with a Toploader four-speed manual transmission and nine-inch limited-slip differential driving the rear wheels. The odometer displays approximately 307,196 km TMU.* Introduced in 1973, the XB represented the final evolution of Ford Australia’s XA-generation Falcon platform and became one of the most recognisable locally produced Fords of the era. The GS Rallye Pack provided buyers with a sporting alternative to the GT, adding distinctive stripes, bonnet scoops and associated Rallye Pack equipment, while this Fairmont was further specified with a substantial performance-oriented mechanical package. Its factory specification includes four-wheel power disc brakes, sports handling suspension and the nine-inch LSD, together with the desirable factory sunroof. Finished in its factory Red Pepper over black trim, the car retains its GS Rallye Pack presentation, including the stripes, bonnet scoops and associated exterior detailing. Other factory equipment includes driving lights, a laminated windscreen and styled passenger-side mirror. The car is also equipped with Bathurst-style wheels, while a stainless steel exhaust system and extractors have been fitted and the front end has been rebuilt. The seller states he obtained the below build details from Ford: Model 18337: Fairmont Engine Code K: 351 V8 Trans Code: 4spd manual Original Reg#: IIH254 Date off final line: 2/12/75 Paint code X: Red Pepper Trim Colour: Black RPO Codes: 03 - Seat belts 10 - Sunroof 11 - Laminated Windshield 45 - LSD 48 - Rallye Pack (with Tape Stripe) **This is the RPO code that suggests it's a GS 53 - 4 wheel power discs 56 - Driving lights 61 - Styled RV mirror LHS 67 - Dual exhaust system 68 - Sports handling suspension 90 - Delete exterior wax The current owner has had the Fairmont for approximately three years, with three previous owners reported. Its factory service books remain with the vehicle, while the engine has previously been reconditioned and general servicing and repairs have since been completed. The car is also accompanied by Ford verification documentation supporting its factory specification and matching driveline. The seller describes the car as retaining a high level of originality, with minor age-related wear noted to the exterior and interior. Some minor repairs and paint touch-ups have been carried out over the years. Included with the vehicle are its original service books, receipts covering many years of its history and receipts relating to the engine reconditioning. As per Trading Garage Terms and Conditions, although Trading Garage has completed the following checks bidders must satisfy themselves to the accuracy of the description and do any research they feel necessary before bidding. All listings are sold in Australian dollars. There are no security interests registered on the PPSR against chassis number JG34RM54087K. NEVDIS returned no vehicle information for the supplied chassis number.