1987 Ford Falcon XF review from Australia and New Zealand
"Old Fords never die, just don't buy a lemon"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
-Alternator packed it in, replaced brushes.
-Blown radiator hose.
-Exhaust system rusted to buggery.
-Odometer broken.
-Idler arm continually wearing.
-4spd gearbox is stuffed, mainly from hooning and engine breaking from 100 ks in 2nd.
-Door handles snap off like clockwork, mainly because of dodgy lock mechanisms.
General comments?
-Built like a tank, could drive through a house and only have scratched paintwork.
-Over the years, no matter whats been wrong with it, she'll keep on kicking.
-I have it on duel fuel, amazingly economical on gas.
-Great cruiser, overtakes like a dream, plenty of high end torque.
-Having a wide wheelbase, it sticked to the rode like glue, even on bald tires.
-Legroom is ample, plenty of room for rubbish in the back seat.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.1 in-line 6 w/ weber carby Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 245000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 259000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 1500 |
| Date of Entry | 30th July, 2003 |