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The XL Falcon was introduced in August 1962, replacing the XK Falcon which had been in production since 1960. Visual changes from the XK included a new convex grille, bumper mounted park/turn lights, new taillights and a revised, squared off roofline (on the sedans only) which was promoted as the "Thunderbird roofline". Other changes included a new gearbox, clutch, starter motor, air cleaner, carburettor and suspension system.
The standard 144 cu in (2.4-litre) 6 cylinder engine was supplemented by an optional 170 cu in (2.8-litre) 6 cylinder "Pursuit 170" engine introduced in October 1962. A three speed manual gearbox was standard, with a two speed "Fordomatic" automatic transmission available as an option.
The XL was replaced by the XM Falcon in February 1964, production having totalled 75,765 units.
Above and Below. #21B Falcon driven by Harry Firth & Bob Jane to outright victory in the 1962 Armstrong 500 at Phillip Island
http://www.boostedfalcon.net/falconfacts/falcon/xlfalcon.html
http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_ford_falcon_xl.htm
http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/falcon_the_story.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Falcon_(Australia)
The standard 144 cu in (2.4-litre) 6 cylinder engine was supplemented by an optional 170 cu in (2.8-litre) 6 cylinder "Pursuit 170" engine introduced in October 1962. A three speed manual gearbox was standard, with a two speed "Fordomatic" automatic transmission available as an option.
The XL was replaced by the XM Falcon in February 1964, production having totalled 75,765 units.
Above and Below. #21B Falcon driven by Harry Firth & Bob Jane to outright victory in the 1962 Armstrong 500 at Phillip Island
http://www.boostedfalcon.net/falconfacts/falcon/xlfalcon.html
http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_ford_falcon_xl.htm
http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/falcon_the_story.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Falcon_(Australia)
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