1969 Ford Falcon GTHO Phase I XW Manual
NSW • Dealer used
196
Odometer27,108km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
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For sale a full matching numbers maintained 1969 XW Falcon GT-HO Phase 1 in Grecian Gold with Black trim. Located in our Sydney Showroom for your inspection.
For sale a full matching numbers maintained 1969 XW Falcon GT-HO Phase 1 in Grecian Gold with Black trim. Located in our Sydney Showroom for your inspection.
In May 1969 the first of the XW GT's rolled off the Broadmeadows assembly line. Ford had upped the ante with the XW by fitting the 351 cubic inch Windsor V8 with an output of 290 BHP and 385 ft/lbs. of torque.
With bigger brakes, a final drive ratio of 3.25:1, a huge 36-gallon (164 litre) fuel tank and suspension modifications to take the extra power and torque, the XW seemed to be the ultimate Grand Tourer. But more was to follow.
The HO variant, which arrived one month later, was a real street racer. HO stood for "Handling Option" in "Ford-speak", however most of the modifications added were to the engine. It now developed 300bhp.
Only 260 GT-HOs were built. Each GT-HO got a bigger (600cfm vs 450cfm) carburettor, hydraulic valve lifters, revised camshaft, heavy duty alternator, alloy inlet manifold, a three-inch heavy duty tail shaft, heavier front roll bar, beefed-up coils, stiffer shocks and a new rear roll bar.
In its first appearance at the 1969 Bathurst race an XW GT-HO came in second, in spite of wrong tyre choice which saw the works cars pitting for unscheduled stops throughout the day.
Production of the XW model resulted in 2,287 GT's from May 1969 to October 1970 and 662 GT-HOs from July 1969 to October 1970.
FOR SALE is a pedigree SURVIVOR GT-HO Phase 1 in Grecian Gold with Black trim. According to the XW GT-HO Phase 1 Register, expertly complied by GT Historian Ross Vasse, this particular GT-HO is Build Number 200 of the 260 Phase 1 GT-HOs built by Ford. All matching numbers, this GT-HO is one of 35 painted in Grecian Gold, one of 31 with the black interior and one of 11 with the exact build specification.
Originally sold through Jack Brabham Ford in Bankstown, NSW, the GT-HO is an unmolested example purchased by the current owner on 2021 from Shannons. The HO has received an external repaint some 20 years ago. Otherwise, the GT-HO is totally original. Categorised as 'maintained condition', the GTHO has had an external repaint only with all original engine bay and boot. The GT-HO body is rust and damage free and the car has never had rust repairs anywhere.
Keen GT enthusiasts will notice the original fan shroud, coil, battery terminals, Buddy Bar Manifold, radiator support and shock tower stampings and will then surmise what a rare find this GT-HO really is. The GT-HO also features the original crash pad, hood lining, 36 gallon fuel tank, a new rubber boot mat and a Dunlop Sports radial spare and factory tools.
The HO comes with Ford workshop manuals, a HO bib spoiler, 2 sets of keys including an original set plus the hard copy Black Edition of the XW GT-HO Phase 1 Register which matches the #200 build of this HO and verification letters from Ford and a Deluxe ACCHS Report.
This is a rare opportunity to purchase a genuine unrestored and unmolested Falcon GT-HO with all matching numbers. Certainly a highly collectable piece of Ford motoring history and a car that you can be proud to own, drive and showcase.
Currently full WA registered with GTHO 1969 plates if sold in WA. Located in our Sydney Showroom for your inspection. (Ref: 6799)
If you wish, we will gladly arrange a video tour of the car using WhatsApp and of course there is no issue with door to door freight delivery anywhere in Australia or New Zealand.
Car details
øVehicle description
XW GTHO Phase I Sedan 4dr Man 4sp 351
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insure
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 351L
Registration plate
Check with seller
VIN
GL1423C
Build date
August 1969
Compliance date
August 1969
Dealer stock ID
6799
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
5750cc
Engine Size (L)
5.8L
Induction
Aspirated
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Single
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Other
Country of Origin
AUSTRALIA
Launch Year
1969
Launch Month
9
Generation Name
Gen 2 (XR/XT/XW/XY)
Series
XW
Badge
GTHO Phase I
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Check with relevant authority
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Referred
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New South Wales
Member since
2021
License number
MD041786
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