Ford Falcon 144-CID I6 1961
General description :
Mileage : 79999
Interior Color : Red/Black
Exterior Color : Red
VIN : 2R12U133751
Transmission Description : 3-Speed Automatic
Doors : 4
Description : Gateway Classic Cars Houston Showroom is pleased to present this bright red 1961 Ford Falcon. This Falcon is powered by the inline 6-cylinder Mileage Maker engine that Ford designed to achieve a staggering 30mpg! The Falcon went on to be the basis for which the legendary Mustang was based. Construction was unibody and suspension was standard with coil springs in the front and lead springs in the rear. Brakes were drums all around and a the two-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission was an additional option from the 3-speed manual that was the base transmission. The market shift which spurred the development of the Falcon, and its competitors also precipitated the demise of several well-established marques in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Edsel, Nash, Hudson, DeSoto and Packard nameplates all disappeared from the marketplace. Robert McNamara, a Ford executive who became Ford's president briefly before being offered the job of U.S. Defense Secretary, is regarded by many as "the father of the Falcon". McNamara left Ford shortly after the Falcon's introduction, but his faith in the concept was vindicated with record sales; over half a million sold in the first year and over a million sold by the end of the second year. This little classic is sporting a bright red paint job that must be seen up close to appreciate, and the black accents are carried over into its interior, which is quite fresh. With nearly new red and black vinyl seating, red carpet, and black headliner, the interior is just getting broken in. Custom front and rear consoles have been added, to give the occupants their own cup holders. The front console features a color TFT screen in its dual-DIN configuration, and a separate CD player adds another layer of media sources. The custom trunk setup is color keyed to the rest of the car. This '61 Falcon rides on radial tires, and the wide white sidewalls add to the classic look. This little bird of prey is waiting for its next owner, so call or email our Houston showroom today!
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1961 Ford Falcon 144-CID I6 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Houston by Gateway Classic Cars for $20000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Falcon Model Version : 144-CID I6 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1961 Location : Houston
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com