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1977 Ford LTD – today’s tempter

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Ford’s imposing P6 LTDs hold a special place in the company’s local history. In a feature we noted: “Meanwhile owners regard this as the last ‘proper’ limousine built by Ford Australia. Made from 1976 through to early 1979, they shared a lot of componentry with the Falcon and Fairlane ranges, but visually went all-out to get away from the Falcon look. Buyers said they wanted something distinctive and that’s what they got.

“Obviously the big bluff styling is the clue, along with the ‘Rolls-Royce’ grille and the distinctive twin headlights. Oh, and here’s a bit of trivia – those hubcaps are from a Thunderbird. Some 5900 LTDs of this generation were made, including two special editions.”

This example is a Silver Monarch special edition with a warmed-up 351 (5.8lt) V8 said to be good for around 450hp (335kW), three-speed auto and nine-inch diff. It’s with Prestige Motor Gallery in Sydney at $47,990.

 

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