1/18 Scale Diecast Cars

Classic Carlectables
Scale: 1:18, Release Date: July 2024, Limited Edition Quantity: 750

Part of the Brewers of Australia, No. 03

The Brewers of Australia Collection will be represented on the 5.8L (351 ci) V8 Ford XC Utility, with the addition of brand new tooling for diecast kegs and pallets. This model also includes a limited edition white box design.

Released in 1976, and produced until 1979, the XC Falcon was the last face lift of the third generation Falcon.
The design was softened from the previous models to reduce the coke bottle effect. Other design changes included a restyled grille and larger bumpers, the Fairmount also included modern looking rectangular headlights. The XC was first model Falcon to comply with new pollution regulations, but the new regulations did not reduce power output thanks to the Ford engineers.

The XC utility was available in the Falcon or Falcon 500 models, both models were able to be personalized with many options. The GS Rally Pack could be added and included sports steering wheel, comprehensive dash instrumentation, 'NASA' bonnet scoops, slotted sport rims, driving lights, bumper over-riders and blacked out badges.
The standard XC Falcon utility was available in a 3.3 litre engine and was able to be upgraded to either a 4.1 litre or 4.9 litre. The GT model was removed from the XC lineup, but the 5.8 litre was still available with the GT Power Pack option. The Power Pack also included 4 wheel disc brakes and limited slip differential.

Item includes certificate and production number plate, mounted to the chassis.

The Utility tray is loaded with vintage styled cartons, also includes two detailed diecast kegs with handles.
The hinged tailgate can be opened, and features retaining cables just like the real car.
The Utility interior features the GS Rally Pack including Sports steering wheel, comprehensive instrumentation including tachometer, oil and temperature gauges.
Included in the GS Rally Pack were Buckets Seats and sports centre console with arm rest.
The twelve slot steel sports rims are an outstanding feature on this model, combined with the GT Power Pack, the wheels also feature 4 wheel disc brakes.
Raising the bonnet with the etch metal hinges, displays the highly detailed Cleveland 5.8L (351ci) V8.
The front chassis shows the engine sump, exhaust system and working suspension. The front wheels are even linked to the steering wheel.
The chassis bears an individually numbered etched metal plate which is the edition number of your model.

1985 saw the introduction of the Group A rules, leaving Dick Johnson without a Ford eligible to race. This lead to sourcing the Mustang from Zakspeed, that was already out of date. The first running of the car was not up to speed with the engine requiring lots of work to make it legal and competitive. Johnson was able to finish the 1985 ATCC in 2nd place.
The ATCC season lead into the AEC (Australian Endurance Championship) and included Amaroo, Oran Park, Sandown, Bathurst and Surfers Paradise. After missing the first round, the Mustang had a upgrade to its suspension and brakes. The Mustang dominated the Oran Park 250 from Pole Position, but a stub axel failure caused a DNF
12 laps from the finish.
For the next race, the Sandown 500 he teamed with Larry Perkins, after Perkins walked out on HDT. The Mustang was looking good for the race, qualifying in 3rd position behind the parings of Brock/Oxton and Grice/Cullen, both in VK Commodores. The Mustang was again fast, leaping to the lead and setting the fastest lap of the race. But again the car was unreliable, with a broken axel costing the car its first win.
For the remainder of the 1985 AEC, the Mustang showed promised but couldn't land its maiden win. Finishing 7th at Bathurst and 3rd at Surfers Paradise.

The chassis bears an individually numbered etched metal plate which is the edition number of your model.

he HT Monaro was introduced in 1969, as the facelift replacement to the highly successful HK. Missing from the HT lineup was the 327 cui engine, now replaced by a larger 350 cui. The larger engine pushed the output to 300 b.h.p. but only when paired with the 4-speed manual transmission. Upgrades from the HK also included the instrument cluster, with the tachometer now housed within the dashboard, the suspension was revised, and thicker brake discs.
Cosmetically the front grille was changed from metal to plastic, and the rear lights were now taller and wrapped around the car. The rear of the boot lid was also now a flat panel instead of having an undercut. The most notable upgrade was to the bonnet with the addition of twin air scoops, although they were more style than function.
The HT Monaro continued the racing success of the HK. In 1969 the Holden Dealer Team was formed and entered three HT Monaros in the 1969 Bathurst, with the HDT 44D car winning driven by Colin Bond and Tony Roberts. Norm Beechey also had success with the HT Monaro, winning the 1970 Australian Touring Car Championship.

Item includes certificate and production number plate, mounted to the chassis.