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17 90s Cars That Were Built Specifically for One Country — and Then Vanished

2. Ford Falcon (EF/EL) – Australia’s Family Workhorse

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A classic Ford Falcon cruises down sunlit Australian roads, embodying the spirit of the family sedan adventure. | Image from www.pickpik.com (Creative Commons Licensed)

The Ford Falcon EF and EL generations were engineered specifically for Australia, reflecting the country’s love for roomy sedans and durable utes. Built tougher than their American cousin, the Taurus, these Falcons were renowned for handling harsh Australian conditions, from scorching outback roads to urban commutes.
While the Falcon became a household name down under, it remained virtually unknown elsewhere. Ultimately, changing market demands and the decline of Australian car manufacturing led to the Falcon’s production ending in 2016. Drive.com.au

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