1974 Ford Fairmont XB Hardtop - Black - 253,290km - 351 Cleveland V8, Single Rail 4-Speed Manual
One of Australia's most coveted classic body styles, presented in outstanding condition with the right engine and the right gearbox.
Overview
The XB Hardtop is one of those shapes that stops people in their tracks. That long bonnet, the sweeping fastback roofline, the muscular rear quarters - Ford Australia built something special here, and genuine examples in this condition are becoming harder to find every year. This 1974 Fairmont XB Hardtop comes with the combination collectors are specifically hunting: a 351 Cleveland V8 backed by a single rail 4-speed manual, confirmed on the factory Ford Motor Company of Australia build plate. This is not a converted six or an engine swap - it left the factory this way.
The black exterior has been presented beautifully and the photos do not lie. Deep gloss across every panel, panel gaps straight and even, chrome in excellent order. The car is fitted with the "Horn Car" dealer-fitted body package, vendor advises this was a period dealer accessory available through participating Ford dealerships, which includes the distinctive white bonnet treatment with dual scoops and the rear spoiler. It is a combination that transforms an already-handsome car into something genuinely commanding. Period-style multi-spoke alloy wheels complete the look and suit the era perfectly.
The 351 Cleveland has been treated to a range of sensible performance upgrades over its life. Vendor advises the engine carries a performance camshaft, a Holley 600cfm vacuum secondary carburettor with electric choke, a fuel pressure regulator, and a high-volume oil sump. Electric thermo fans replace the original mechanical item for improved cooling management. A kill switch has been fitted and the brake booster was refurbished in 2022. These are the kinds of modifications that make a classic more driveable without compromising what it is - a genuine 351/4-speed XB Hardtop.
Features
* 351 Cleveland V8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol
* Single rail 4-speed manual transmission
* Rear-wheel drive, right-hand drive
* Performance camshaft (vendor advises)
* Holley 600cfm vacuum secondary carburettor with electric choke (vendor advises)
* High-volume oil sump (vendor advises)
* Fuel pressure regulator (vendor advises)
* Electric thermo fans (vendor advises)
* Brake booster refurbished 2022 (vendor advises)
* Kill switch fitted
* Period dealer-fitted "Horn Car" body kit with dual bonnet scoops (vendor advises)
* Rear spoiler
* Period-style multi-spoke alloy wheels
* Aftermarket sports steering wheel with gold boss
* Aftermarket head unit
* Cream perforated vinyl bucket seats and rear bench
* Twin Manta muffler exhaust system
* Original Ford Motor Company of Australia build plate confirmed
Condition Notes
* Driver seat bolster shows age-related cracking and wear consistent with use over 253,000km
* Door card vinyl shows age-related creasing
* Minor stone chips on bonnet leading edge
* Light kerb rash on front passenger alloy wheel
Specifications
Year: 1974
Make/Model: Ford Fairmont XB Hardtop
Body: 2-Door Hardtop
Engine: 351 Cleveland V8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Transmission: Single Rail 4-Speed Manual
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Odometer: 253,290 Kilometres
Colour: Black
Seats: 4
VIN: JG67PL59602K
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Gavin directly on 0455 500 400
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Lloyds stock #222629+1
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Location of item: 60 Marple Avenue, Villawood, NSW, Australia
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