1976 FORD FALCON XB GT SEDAN
SOLD $89,250 + BP
MODEL OVERVIEW:
The 1976 Ford Falcon XB GT sedan represented the final evolution of Ford Australia’s first-generation Falcon GT lineage, blending aggressive styling with genuine performance credentials. Distinctive for its muscular lines, twin-nostril bonnet, blacked-out grille, and bold GT striping, the XB GT was powered by Ford’s legendary 351ci Cleveland V8, available with either a 4-speed manual or 3-speed automatic transmission, and backed by disc brakes all round for confident stopping. The interior featured sports instrumentation with the iconic GT dash, high-backed bucket seats, and performance-oriented trim, giving it a purposeful yet comfortable touring feel. Produced in relatively small numbers, the XB GT sedan not only carried Ford’s racing pedigree into the mid-1970s but also marked the end of an era, becoming a highly collectible Australian muscle car revered for its style, rarity, and V8 performance.
AUCTION CAR:
On offer is a genuine 1976 Ford Falcon XB GT Sedan, representing one of the final GT Falcons of the 1970s. This example is an original, matching-numbers car finished in rare factory Code 6 Tango with contrasting Parchment vinyl trim. Delivered new through Ansett Motors / McKenzie Ford in Victoria, it stands as a confirmed one-of-one build in this specification — a unique entry in Ford’s muscle car history. Having covered an indicated 192,340 kilometer's from new, the car has had just two custodians in its lifetime, with the current owner since 1980. It remains an exceptionally authentic survivor, and is offered with its original black-and-white Victorian registration, underlining its remarkable continuity and originality.
DRIVE - LINE:
Factory-fitted and retaining its matching-numbers 351ci Cleveland V8 rated at 300hp, this GT also retains its original 3-speed floor-shift automatic transmission and nine-inch limited-slip differential. Complementing the drivetrain is Ford’s heavy-duty GT suspension package, power-assisted steering, dual exhaust system, and servo-assisted four-wheel disc brakes — a feature unique to GT specification in the XB range. The engine was professionally rebuilt approximately a decade ago and has travelled fewer than 5,000 kilometres since, ensuring strong and reliable performance while retaining originality.
EXTERIOR:
Finished in striking Tango orange paintwork, this sedan wears its age with distinction. The body was rust-proofed when new and remains highly original, showing honest patina across its panels that speaks to decades of careful ownership rather than restoration. Exterior details include the signature GT blackouts, dual driving lights, twin bonnet scoops, dual remote mirrors, and period 14-inch Globe style wheels. Most significantly, this GT is equipped with the rare factory Golde steel wind-back sunroof — a desirable option that sets it apart from the majority of its peers. A very straight, solid body.
INTERIOR:
Inside, the cabin presents in remarkable survivor condition. The factory Parchment vinyl upholstery remains intact and well-preserved, with seats, door trims, carpets, and the dash all original and free from significant wear or damage. The GT sports instrumentation, three-spoke steering wheel, centre console, and sports-style clock are all present and functional, offering a period-correct driving environment. Even the original factory radio remains in place, reinforcing the car’s authenticity and highly unmodified character.
SUMMARY:
This late-build 1976 Falcon XB GT Sedan represents the final era of Ford’s GT lineage before the curtain closed on Australia’s homegrown muscle-car era. Documented as a unique one-of-one specification, retaining its matching-numbers drivetrain, rare Golde sunroof, original trim, and long-term 2 owner family ownership with original B&W registration plates supplied, it is a true survivor in every sense. With provenance authenticated by Ford Motor Company and ACCHS attached letters, this GT stands as a historically significant and highly collectible piece of Australian motoring heritage — an opportunity to secure one of the last great Falcon GTs of the 1970s.
CHASSIS: JG335G90652K
ENGINE: JG335G90652K
AUCTION DETAILS:
Estimate Price Guide: $80,000 - $100,000 +