Ford XB Falcon GT 1976 ATCC Winner

1976 was the year that saw significant change to the ATCC format. It was decided the endurance races that traditionally grouped around the Hardie Ferodo 1000 in October, would become part of the ATCC in addition to the usual sprint format races. The ATCC series now included 11 race events, at 9 different circuits, across 5 states. Ironically, the premier long-distance race, the Hardie Ferodo 1000, was the one endurance race still not included in the Championship.
On the track, the Championship featured a year-long tussle between Allan Moffat in his Ford XB Falcon and Colin Bond in his L34 Torana. Eventually, after three round wins, using three different cars, Allan Moffat won his second ATCC title. The Championship season started at Symmons Plains and after qualifying 3rd, Moffat gambled on wet weather tyres for the start, unfortunately the rain never eventuated and after nursing his tyres he finally finished 6th. The 2nd round at Calder saw Moffat charge through the field and record a convincing win. At the Oran Park 3rd round it was a different story, Allan Grice won the first heat from Moffat in 2nd place and the roles were reversed in the 2nd heat. The overall round win was awarded to Moffat on a count back. Engine problems in practice and then finally a blown engine saw Moffat retire at Sandown. At Amaroo Raceway Moffat finished 7th in the first heat due to an unscheduled pit stop to repair a puncture and a 2nd place in the last heat gave Moffat a credable 3rd place for the round.
After the first five rounds Moffat was leading the Championship when disaster struck. Both his elaborate International transporter and No. 2 XB Coupe were almost totally destroyed by fire at Bridgewater, in the Adelaide Hills, while in transit to the 6th round at Adelaide International Raceway. The next two rounds saw Moffat race in a loaned John Goss newly rebuilt Falcon and the final rounds were raced in his brand new No. 9 red, white and blue “Project Pheonix” XB GT Falcon.
 
 
Features
 
The detailed front end features vinyl covered spotlights, engraved headlights and GT badge.
 
Gold Minilite rims with Goodyear tyres expose the brake disc and calliper.
 
Fuel cap is authentically replicated in two-tone chrome and silver.
 
Classic “Ironing Board” GT rear wing is faithfully reproduced matching the aggressive styling of the XB.
 
The boot features a race prepared rollcage and a modified boot floor which accommodates the larger race fuel tank.
 
The chassis detail includes fuel tank and working leaf spring suspension.
 
Highly detailed chassis with working suspension and steering. Also featuring accurate representation of sump, gearbox, engine underside and exhaust.
 
The engine and surrounding bay have an outstanding level of detail including etched metal air filter and fine graphics.
 
The interior shows off the rollcage, highly detailed steering wheel, full dash instrumentation and components.
 
The modified dash accommodates extra race gauges and features an extended drivers air vent.
 
The specially designed drivers seat is soft rubber, featuring a racing harness with detailed buckles and fabric seat belts.
 
Detailed door trim features chrome door handle and window winder.

Item includes certificate with individual production number.