Eight decades on, Ford’s last Aussie ute rolls out

1 Jun 1980

By BYRON MATHIOUDAKIS

A 22kg lighter engine head and electronic ignition improved performance, economy and sales on the I6 range, while minor trim alterations and “alloy head” badges identify the changes. 3.3L power rose to 84kW/230Nm.

Engine options: 94kW/305Nm 4.1L I6, 140kW/344Nm 4.9L V8