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===ZL(1984-1986)=== | ===ZL(1984-1986)=== | ||
Digital instrumentation used in top models. An electronic engine control module manages spark timing and air-fuel mix. | |||
'''FE LTD''' | |||
The car has all the Fairlane's changes but the specification list is not as extensive after the sunroof and leather trim are dropped. | |||
===ZK(1982-1986)=== | ===ZK(1982-1986)=== | ||
A dual-throat Weber carburettor improves fouel economy and performance. A Watts link rear suspension replaces the semi-elliptic set-up. | |||
'''FD LTD''' | |||
The 1982 FD LTD acquires the Watts link rear suspension. The 5.8 litre V8 stops about Easter 1983 - the 4.1 litre 6 cylinder engine with electronic fuel injection becomes standard. | |||
===ZJ(1979-1982)=== | ===ZJ(1979-1982)=== | ||
The ZJ Fairlane is developed from the XD Falcon. In October, a 6 cylinder version is re-introduced, using a 4.1 litre engine with an alloy head. | |||
'''FC LTD''' | |||
The LTD shares its dimensions with the Fairlane. The car lets the 5.8 litre V8 work more effectively. Equipment includes central locking and 6 way electric front seats. | |||
===ZH(1976-1979)=== | ===ZH(1976-1979)=== | ||
With a squarer profile, the ZH is longer than its predecessor by almost 140 mm. The Fairlane Custom is dropped and a new model, the ''Marquis'' is added. | |||
'''P6 LTD''' | |||
The P6 LTD is the last of the ultra-wheelbase models. It comes with standard leather, stereo cassette player, digital clock and intermittent windscreen wipers. | |||
===ZG(1973-1976)=== | ===ZG(1973-1976)=== | ||
The column-shift manual gearbox is replaced by an automatic transmission. A radio and inertia front seatbelts are standard. | |||
'''P5 LTD''' | |||
The LTD tag was seen on Galaxies sold in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It stood for "''Lincoln Type Design''". The LTD is the first Australian car with standard four-wheel disc brakes. A 2 door LTD is called a ''Landau''. | |||
===ZF(1972-1973)=== | ===ZF(1972-1973)=== | ||
The ZF has curvaceous flowing lines and a pronounced "Coke bottle" hip line. It has been developed from the XA Falcon. | |||
===ZD(1970-1972)=== | ===ZD(1970-1972)=== | ||
'''Fairlane Custom''' | |||
The ZD Fairlane Custom receives a larger 6 cylinder engine. Capacity is up from 200 to 250 cu in. | |||
===ZC(1969-1970)=== | ===ZC(1969-1970)=== | ||
Externally, ZC Fairlanes have vertically stacked quad headlights. Buyers can specify a 351 cu in V8. Factory air conditioning is an option. | |||
===ZB(1968-1969)=== | ===ZB(1968-1969)=== | ||
'''Fairlane Custom''' | |||
The entry-level Fairlane Custom has a 3.6 litre engine and the flagship Fairlane 500 a 302 cu in V8. | |||
===ZA(1967-1968)=== | ===ZA(1967-1968)=== | ||
Though based on the XR Falcon, the ZA gives Ford new status in the market by creating its own class of prestige car. The 6 cylinder Fairlane costs $3080. | Though based on the XR Falcon, the ZA gives Ford new status in the market by creating its own class of prestige car. The 6 cylinder Fairlane costs $3080. |
Revision as of 06:39, 5 September 2009
Ford Fairlane (Australian) | |
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Ford | |
aka | Ford LTD |
Production | 1962-2007 |
Class | Luxury |
Body Style | 4 dr Sedan 4 dr LWB Sedan (LTD) |
Length | 5153 mm |
Width | 1864 mm |
Height | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase | 2919 mm |
Weight | {{{Weight - you get the point}}} |
Transmission | 6 speed Automatic, RWD |
Engine | 4.0L Barra 5.4L Boss V8 |
Power | 6 Cylinder
190 kW @ 5600 rpm V8 230 kW @ 5350 rpm |
Similar | Holden Statesman |
Designer | {{{Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)}}} |
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BF(2005–2007)
The BF Fairlane saw the 6 speed Automatic available. But sales were no good as demand gradually dropped to zero so therefore, Ford Australia stopped production and no car will take the Fairlane's spot.
BA(2003–2005)
G220
This is the higher-spec Fairlane model and the most sporty model in the range. It's fitted with a Barra V8 mated through the new 4 speed Tiptronic automatic seen in the newly released BA Falcon. It also comes with an array of features such as dual-zone climate control air conditoning, central locking, power windows on all windows, cruise control, leather upholstery and a full-size space wheel. For an option, the G220 can get a roof-mounted DVD player for backseat passengers at $3,300. Safetywise, the car gets a total of 6 airbags, ABS and Traction Control as well as an immobiliser. The G220's suspnsion has been tweaked for handling than comfort and the steering is re-calibrated to give it a positive feel and intended sporting agility along with 17 ich alloy wheels with low-profile 50 series tyres. The G220 can be had at $62,270 AUD including on-road costs.
AU(1999–2003)
NL(1996-1999)
NF(1995-1996)
NC(1993-1995)
NB(1991-1993)
NA(1988-1991)
ZL(1984-1986)
Digital instrumentation used in top models. An electronic engine control module manages spark timing and air-fuel mix.
FE LTD The car has all the Fairlane's changes but the specification list is not as extensive after the sunroof and leather trim are dropped.
ZK(1982-1986)
A dual-throat Weber carburettor improves fouel economy and performance. A Watts link rear suspension replaces the semi-elliptic set-up.
FD LTD The 1982 FD LTD acquires the Watts link rear suspension. The 5.8 litre V8 stops about Easter 1983 - the 4.1 litre 6 cylinder engine with electronic fuel injection becomes standard.
ZJ(1979-1982)
The ZJ Fairlane is developed from the XD Falcon. In October, a 6 cylinder version is re-introduced, using a 4.1 litre engine with an alloy head.
FC LTD The LTD shares its dimensions with the Fairlane. The car lets the 5.8 litre V8 work more effectively. Equipment includes central locking and 6 way electric front seats.
ZH(1976-1979)
With a squarer profile, the ZH is longer than its predecessor by almost 140 mm. The Fairlane Custom is dropped and a new model, the Marquis is added.
P6 LTD The P6 LTD is the last of the ultra-wheelbase models. It comes with standard leather, stereo cassette player, digital clock and intermittent windscreen wipers.
ZG(1973-1976)
The column-shift manual gearbox is replaced by an automatic transmission. A radio and inertia front seatbelts are standard.
P5 LTD The LTD tag was seen on Galaxies sold in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It stood for "Lincoln Type Design". The LTD is the first Australian car with standard four-wheel disc brakes. A 2 door LTD is called a Landau.
ZF(1972-1973)
The ZF has curvaceous flowing lines and a pronounced "Coke bottle" hip line. It has been developed from the XA Falcon.
ZD(1970-1972)
Fairlane Custom
The ZD Fairlane Custom receives a larger 6 cylinder engine. Capacity is up from 200 to 250 cu in.
ZC(1969-1970)
Externally, ZC Fairlanes have vertically stacked quad headlights. Buyers can specify a 351 cu in V8. Factory air conditioning is an option.
ZB(1968-1969)
Fairlane Custom
The entry-level Fairlane Custom has a 3.6 litre engine and the flagship Fairlane 500 a 302 cu in V8.
ZA(1967-1968)
Though based on the XR Falcon, the ZA gives Ford new status in the market by creating its own class of prestige car. The 6 cylinder Fairlane costs $3080.
Third generation (1964-1967)
Second generation (1963)
First Generation/Origins (1962)
Worldwide
Lincoln was willing to use the Fairlane name since the nameplate disappeared in the Australia.
Sales
1967
Fairlane: 9000 units
1972
Fairlane: 9667 units
1974
LTD: 2543 units
Fairlane & LTD ccombined: 12,123 units
2006
Fairlane: 1105 units
LTD: 53 units
2007
Fairlane: 576
LTD: 9
Design quirks and oddities
- All Fairlanes are capable of running on LPG.
- According to the 2003 Driving Your Dollars survey by the RACV, the BA Fairlane V8 is the cheapest prestige car to run.
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