It is easy to forget when caught up in the glamour and collectability of, as well as the huge enthusiasm and following for, GT and GS Falcons that the Falcons and Fairmonts were also sold as transportation. So, here are some photos of ‘standard’ cars.

XR

Michael sent us these photographs of his grandfather’s purchased from new XR 500 which has passed down the family to him, and which he is hoping to restore. Thanks very much, Michael.

XR Falcon tail panel.

XW

XW Falcon 500

XW Falcon 500 rear panel.

XW Fairmont rear panel.

XW-XY hubcap

XY

XY Falcon 500

XA

XA hubcap

XB

XB hubcaps

XC

The later XC - XC and a half - hubcap and rim trim.

Wagons

XA

XB

XC

XW wagon

Note the air deflector on the rear of the roof, designed to deflect air down across the rear window and so clear it of rain water and spray. Also, the storgae area under the boot floor.

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