Gotta love the XR series, but don't forget the TE50.
Ford AU-FG XR6 Turbo/XR8 1998-2010
Those in search of low-cost excitement need to look no further than Falcons built from 1999-2010.
Initially the thought is to grab a V8 but if it’s to be your regular ride, give a thought to the XR6 Turbo.
Fewer cylinders slurping away while crawling in traffic means fewer fuel stops yet there’s still brutal performance on tap.
The BA/BF Turbo is also slightly cheaper than an XR8 of equivalent age.
Eight cylinder FG utes, at present anyway, remain dearer than sedans.
AU XR8 vendors keep clinging to values approaching $10,000 but these are being forced down by an abundance of BA V8s.
Collectors who want a fascinating and significant car should hunt down one of the scarce 5.6-litre TE50 Falcons.
Expect to pay $40,000 for a top car.
AU XR8 II/III $8325 [26]
BA/BF XR8 Sedan/Ute $12,500 [61]
FG XR8 Sedan/Ute $20,315 [31]
BA/BF XR6 Turbo $10,115 [80]
FG Turbo $17,845 [31]
Tickford TE50 SER 3 $30,375 [8]
[*] = number of recorded sales
(Note: concours & special cars may demand more.)
Numbers from our 2017-18 Muscle Cars Value Guide.
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