1985 Ford Falcon XF Single Cab Utility - Blue Metallic - 260,326km - 5.8L Cleveland V8, 5-Speed Manual, ZL Fairlane Conversion
Price Guide: $20,000 - $38,000
1985 Ford Falcon XF Single Cab Utility. Blue metallic. 5.8-litre Cleveland V8 (vendor advises rebuilt approximately 40,000km ago), 5-speed manual, rear wheel drive. 260,326km on the odometer. 2 seats.
Description
The XF Falcon ute was the last of a lineage that defined working Australia through the late 1970s and into the 1980s, and single cab variants are becoming genuinely hard to find in modified form. This example has been built as a street ute rather than a factory resto. The full ZL Fairlane front conversion, including guards, bonnet, doors, and bumpers, gives the XF a longer, more aggressive nose that suits the lowered stance. Combined with the 5.8-litre Cleveland V8 and a 5-speed manual gearbox, this is a ute that earns its place at a car show without apologising for it. The digital XF instrument cluster reads 260,326km and is fully operational, which is a genuine positive as these dot-matrix units are known to develop faults at this age. The build plate confirms factory blue, V8, and manual specification.
The exterior shows the custom ZL Fairlane front grafted cleanly onto the XF body. Metallic blue paint is presented with good gloss depth and no major panel damage visible. The lowered stance sits on aftermarket multi-spoke alloy wheels with Maxxis tyres. The bonnett carries an aftermarket scoop consistent with the Cleveland V8 conversion, and the XF Three Lions hood ornament remains in place. The rear carries aftermarket circular tail lights and a canvas tonneau cover over the tray. The tray floor shows wear and the tonneau lining is dirty, consistent with a ute that has been used. Inside, the ZL Fairlane front conversion brought full electric dash, gauges, and power windows, with the original XF digital instruments retained in the upper cluster. The centre stack carries an aftermarket Panasonic head unit, and the dash trim features an interior teal colour scheme to complement the exterior. The factory XF Touring Computer and Systems Test Panel are present.
X-series utes with V8 and manual combinations are increasingly sought by collectors and enthusiasts who understand what it takes to build one. The combination of the Cleveland V8, manual gearbox, ZL Fairlane front end, and a functioning digital dash makes this a ute that stands well apart from standard XFs. At the right price it is a compelling buy for someone who wants a ready-to-drive piece of Australian custom ute culture.
Features
* 5.8-litre Cleveland V8, vendor advises rebuilt approximately 40,000km ago
* 5-speed manual transmission (vendor advises XR6 heavy-duty gearbox)
* Rear wheel drive, vendor advises XD diff with 31-spline axles
* Full ZL Fairlane front conversion: guards, bonnet, doors, and bumpers
* Full electric dash, gauges, and power windows from ZL Fairlane conversion
* Original XF digital dot-matrix instrument cluster, fully operational (260,326km confirmed)
* Factory XF Touring Computer and Systems Test Panel present
* Aftermarket multi-spoke alloy wheels with Maxxis tyres
* Lowered suspension
* Aftermarket bonnet scoop (consistent with V8 clearance)
* Aftermarket Panasonic head unit
* Canvas tonneau cover
* Vendor advises new distributor, coil, and fuel pump
* Vendor advises sports exhaust system
Condition Notes
* Tray floor paint worn and peeling, tray and tonneau lining showing age-appropriate wear
* Interior door card coating showing age-related peeling on upper panels
* Exterior paint shows some swirl marks and minor surface marks consistent with age
Specifications
Year: 1985 (build date May 1985, per compliance plate)
Make/Model: Ford Falcon XF
Body: Single Cab Utility
Engine: 5.8-litre Cleveland V8, naturally aspirated
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Odometer: 260,326 kilometres
Colour: Blue Metallic
Seats: 2
Chassis: JG40FP67368C
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Matt directly on 0461 481 639
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Lloyds stock #655820+1
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Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia
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