Introduced in 1968, the Ford XT Fairmont represented the more refined and upmarket expression of the Falcon range, aimed at buyers seeking added comfort, style and prestige without stepping into a full luxury car. Building on the mechanical advances of the XT series, the Fairmont benefited from improved safety features such as dual-circuit brakes and a collapsible steering column, along with smoother suspension tuning for quieter, more composed road manners. Visually, it was distinguished by unique chrome trim exterior brightwork, revised grille detailing and subtle badging, while the interior featured upgraded trim, improved instrumentation and higher-grade materials that elevated it above the standard Falcon.