1965 Ford Falcon

Description

They definitely don't make them like they used to: Try to find a new car in any dealership with such a large, open side window area. That's what makes it perfect for cruising more than any other car with a fixed roof, but every Falcon also carries a touch of understated class. Those squared shoulders are all business: a neatly pressed style that never goes out of fashion. It's clean and conservative, with flair in just the right places.

You can't go wrong with an all-black paint scheme: It helps the car's chrome accents stand out. The paint on this particular Falcon is a few years old so it's not perfect but it will certainly gain plenty of attention at the local car show or filling up at the pump. The chrome and other trim pieces have all been cared for very well. There's just enough flash on this well-equipped Falcon Futura to give flair without being too brash. Another bright spot is actually four spots: the car's custom Roadmaster wheels. They feature a three-blade retainer that spins on, to hold the center cap in place. The clean, polished alloy rims are fitted with grippy Falken tires in a staggered setup: 195/60R15 up front, 215/60R15 on the drive wheels.

Opening the door is like unbuttoning and pulling open the lapel of your suit to reveal a sharp, colorful lining: The code 37 turquoise interior is calm and beautiful, a perfect reminder of the 1960s you may have forgotten. The door panels, carpeting and vinyl upholstery match the dashboard, a piece that's a shining testament to '60s style all the way across. The fuel and temperature gauges on either side of the horizontal speedometer recall the car's rocket-style taillights. An AM radio is nestled right in the middle of that dash, and a subtle aftermarket tachometer hangs below.

There's no shifter interfering with your sliding your partner closer to you across those bench seats, but that doesn't mean you have to give up the three-pedal fun. This Falcon shifts through a three-on-the-tree manual transmission. Speaking of which, let's pop the hood. In the engine bay you'll see the same bright chrome and black theme as the exterior. Ford's venerable 289 V8 is neatly topped with an Edelbrock intake manifold and carburetor, as well as a chrome air filter. Stock exhaust manifolds lead out to twin chrome exhaust tips in back.

Hop back inside, put your elbow out the window cruise the highway miles with the wind in your hair on your way to the next car show or weekend retreat. There's plenty of room for your sweetheart, family, or grandkids. Call now!