Classic Carlectables 1/18 Ford XB Falcon GT #18 - 1976 Bathurst 1000 Diecast Model Car

Classic Carlectables 1/18 Ford XB Falcon GT #18 - 1976 Bathurst 1000 Diecast Model Car

$299.99

Description

On race day there were only three Ford XB Falcons in the race driven by Murray Carter and Ray Winter, Allan Moffat/ Vern Schuppan and John Goss/ Jim Richards. The Carter Winter Ford XB Falcon GT blew its engine after 148 laps and was credited with the 19th outright, Goss/ Richards finished 31st  and Moffat/ Schuppan retired after 87 laps in what was a highly controversial finish.

  • Ford XB Falcon GT Hardtop Touring Car
  • #18 Murray Carter / Ray Winter
  • 1976 Hardie-Ferodo Bathurst 1000
  • Opening doors, bonnet and boot lid
  • 1:18 Diecast with plastic parts
  • Scheduled production of 500 with Certificate of Authenticity

This 1/18 diecast replica model of the Ford XB Falcon GT as raced in the 1976 Bathurst 1000 was driven by the legendary Murray Carter with co-driver Ray Winter.

Only 3 Ford Falcons entered the 1976 race, after Ford had pulled the motorsport support in 1974.

Despite Carter/Winter showing strong promise, their run was cut short by engine trouble on lap 148.

Classified as finishing in 19th position, their performance is still respected for its effort against factory-backed Holden Toranas.

Carter, though not a factory-backed driver, was known for his passion and independent spirit throughout his racing career.

His efforts with the Falcon XB GT highlighted his ability to compete at a high level, often racing against better-funded teams.

His best result at Bathurst came in 1978 when he finished third.

Key Specifications

  • Scale: 1/18

Full Specifications

List416
makeFord
materialDiecast Metal
ThemeBathurst

Specifications

Brand Classic Carlectables