Are au Falcons reliable?
Continuous development over many years has seen the Falcon evolve into a sturdy car that doesn’t have a lot of faults, at least major ones. Mechanics report few problems with the AU, there doesn’t appear to be the same issue with cylinder head gasket failure as there was in earlier models.
Is Ford Falcon a reliable car?
Cheap and reliable. 6 cylinder engine is very reliable but thirsty around town. Has plenty of power for overtaking or towing.
What year is EA Falcon?
| Ford Falcon (EA) | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Ford Fairmont (EA) |
| Production | March 1988 – July 1991 |
| Assembly | Australia New Zealand |
| Body and chassis |
What is an AU Falcon?
The Ford Falcon (AU) is a full-size car that was produced by Ford Australia from 1998 to 2002. It was the sixth generation Ford Falcon and also included the Ford Fairmont (AU)—the luxury-oriented model range.
When was the last Falcon made in Australia?
2016
The Ford Falcon is a full-sized car that was manufactured by Ford Australia from 1960 to 2016.
Are Ford Falcons fuel efficient?
Average fuel economy drops from the current 9.9L/100km to 9.0L/100km for the base model 4.0-litre naturally aspirated inline six. While the sporty XR6 automatic and luxury focused G6E drops, using the same 195kW engine, from 9.9L/100km to 9.5.
What engine is in an XR6?
Ford Falcon (BF) XR6 Specs With the Falcon (BF) XR6 has a naturally-aspirated Inline 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code Barra 190. This engine produces a maximum power of 259 PS (255 bhp – 190 kW) at 5250 rpm and a maximum torque of 383.0 Nm (282 lb. ft) at 5250 rpm.
Which Ford Falcon is the fastest?
Ford Falcon GT
Fastest-ever: Ford Falcon GT. Blue oval builds the quickest locally-built car in history. After months of speculation Ford Performance Vehicles has finally unveiled its fastest Falcon GT to date: the limited edition R-Spec.
Is a falcon a good first car?
Falcon or Commodore (the best first sedan) They’re big, and have terrible petrol consumption, but they’re reliable and easy to repair, with a strong parts market. However, these were some of Australia’s best selling cars for 40+ years, so you won’t have trouble finding one to purchase second hand.
What are the most common problems with the Ford Falcon?
The spare wheel “hold down strap” is a stupid design that nearly always gets lost. Almost every BA or BF Falcon is missing the strap. The common Ford diff bushes problem started with these cars and the hand brake mechanism is just stupid. Moving forward, commonly known for transmission faults. Engine mounts splitting and power steering problems.
Are AU Falcon’s good?
Post subject: Re: au falcon are they good? imo, the au’s are one of the most mechanicaly reliable falcon in a long time, head gasket problems are rare, they handle and drive better than e series, a series 2 or 3 au will have much better brakes and are easily upgraded to larger b series brakes..
Is the Ford BA Falcon a good car?
Unfortunately both manufactures have produced some average vehicles over the years, granted that the Europeans and the Asians have also produced some pure filth when it comes to cars, the Ford BA Falcon is a very ordinary car. Starting at the rear of the car. The spare wheel well, if its not full of rust by now you’re doing well.
Why is the central locking on my Ford Falcon not working?
As for the central locking, these functions are handled by the car’s body computer. Again, it’s common with this model Falcon for the computer to start playing up and require replacement. But before you do that, check that the battery in the remote unit hasn’t gone flat. If it’s not that, a trip to an auto electrician is the wise move.