Ford XY Fairmont GS Electric Blue

The Grand Sport Rally Pack was a factory option available on a range of models, from the XW to XC.
With a tick of a box on the order form the customer could add several ‘sporty’ features to his new Falcon without going to the expense of buying the GT. The features included GS side stripe and badging, GS insignia on a three spoke - deep dished steering wheel, GT dash featuring speedometer, tachometer, odometer, oil pressure, water temperature and fuel gauges, stainless steel wheel covers.
It was available on the Falcon 500, Futura and Fairmont sedans and wagon. The actual GS options remained the same including the GT dash, but some other items crept onto the general option list, like sunroof and a stereo radio/tape player. For performance enthusiasts, the most important option was now a 250hp two barrel carburettor equipped Cleveland version of the 351ci V8. From there the customer could add anything that was available in the catalogue. Ford advertised the GS as - ‘Make up your own Grand Sport’ - and, while the car did not have the appeal of the GT, it did offer the cost conscious a distinctive alternative.

Features

The detailed front end features engraved headlights, spotlights and indicators, as well as the finely finished grille and bumper.

The body in stunning Electric Blue with Grand Sport Orange stripe down the side of the car.

Unique to the GS is the stainless steel wheel covers.

The interior is fully detailed and features the three spoked deep dish steering wheel with GS insignia.

Glove box features the Fairmont badge on wood grain.

The 302 engine and surrounding bay have an amazing level of detail, including etched metal bonnet hinges, finely moulded hoses, tubing and fine graphics.

The chassis has a great level of detail with many parts to give working suspension and steering.

Item includes certificate with individual production number.