This orange-and-white Falcon earns attention for the combination underneath its family-wagon shape: a modified 289 V8, power rack-and-pinion steering and Hydroboost-assisted four-wheel discs. The seller also lists a 4.11 rear axle and air conditioning. Those changes create a distinctive compact cruiser, but their integration and highway behavior matter more than the parts list alone.
This orange-and-white Falcon earns attention for the combination underneath its family-wagon shape: a modified 289 V8, power rack-and-pinion steering and Hydroboost-assisted four-wheel discs. The seller also lists a 4.11 rear axle and air conditioning. Those changes create a distinctive compact cruiser, but their integration and highway behavior matter more than the parts list alone.
Listing facts and simple derived context only. No proprietary score.
Method: model-year age uses 2026 minus model year. Mileage pace is shown only when the listing supplies mileage not qualified as shown, non-actual or unknown. Always verify the original listing and vehicle.
| Data point | This car | What it tells you | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last recorded asking price | $22,495 | Historical listing amount; current availability and price were not established in this review. | Survivor Classic Cars ↗ |
| Mileage | 52,000 miles shown; exempt | Seller-reported odometer; no annualized estimate is shown. | Survivor Classic Cars ↗ |
| Location | Palmetto, Florida | Use location to plan an independent inspection, title work and transport. | Survivor Classic Cars ↗ |
| Listed specification | Modified 289ci V8 · Three-speed automatic transmission · Power rack-and-pinion steering · Hydroboost four-wheel disc brakes listed · 4.11 rear axle gears listed | Seller-listed facts that should be checked against the car and documents. | Survivor Classic Cars ↗ |
| Curation signals | Classic, V8, Modified, Rare Spec | Listing-backed attributes used for editorial selection—not a score. | Survivor Classic Cars ↗ |
These are inspection prompts for the listed equipment and age—not a claim that this vehicle has a defect or that a problem is common. “Not stated” means the listing does not establish that the item has been addressed.
| Issue / inspection priority | Evidence source | Evidence for this car |
|---|---|---|
| Steering and Hydroboost conversionInspect rack mounts, steering-column connections, hydraulic hoses, pump capacity and brake balance. Check alignment, full-lock clearance and pedal behavior on a safe road test. | Seller equipment and disclosures — Waghoon inspection prompt ↗ | Not independently inspected; request the stated evidence |
| Gearing and drivetrain suitabilityConfirm the 4.11 axle ratio and transmission specification; evaluate cruising rpm, driveline vibration, cooling and shift quality at the speeds you intend to use. | Seller equipment and disclosures — Waghoon inspection prompt ↗ | Not independently inspected; request the stated evidence |
| Body, wiring and build recordsInspect floor, tailgate, repaired seams, fuel plumbing and added electrical circuits. Request receipts for the V8 work, brake and steering conversions, and A/C installation. | Seller equipment and disclosures — Waghoon inspection prompt ↗ | Not independently inspected; request the stated evidence |
A buyer who wants an affordable custom wagon and will have a specialist evaluate the steering, brake conversion and drivetrain together.
The 52,000-mile reading is explicitly exempt and does not establish lifetime mileage. The 4.11 gearing with a three-speed automatic may affect highway cruising; verify actual gearing and road behavior. No build-quality or reliability guarantee is implied. Waghoon has not independently inspected this vehicle. Confirm current availability and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection before money changes hands.
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