A Ford Falcon might not seem all that rare, but reader Scott G’s actually is. The 260 V8 was only offered in the last half of 1963, with only 4,602 convertibles receiving the V8. This one just happens to be one of those Sprint Convertibles and is one of only a handful to leave the factory in Rose Beige. It looks to be in great shape, although there are a few minor issues that could be fixed. Overall, this is one clean Falcon! If you’d love to have it, you can take a closer look at Scott’s ad via the link below.
Asking Price: $17,900
Location: Medina, Ohio
Mileage: 96.600
Title Status: Clean
VIN: 3H15F198365
Seller’s Description: Rare as it’s a V8 Convertible, especially in this color (Rose Beige).
Body Condition: Excellent. I’d rate it at a 9/10. Interior has bleached carpet (no rips), some tears in the vinyl seats. Dash is perfect, but interior needs some love (6/10)
Mechanical Condition: Radio stopped working a few months ago. Everything else works. Engine rebuilt at 78K and transmission at 95K.
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/l-Used-Ford-Falcon-Medina-d1341_L27060#listing=215028476
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If I remember correctly from watching one of the car shows, the trim on this particular car is really hard to come by if it needs anything.
That would be frustrating if it can’t be found.
Actually NO.
The 1963-1/2 V8 Falcon was a “prototype” for the 1964-1/2 Mustang which was released one year later.
They share most parts.
I recently finished a full restoration on a 1963-1/2 Sprint. :)
Being the prototype for the 64 1/2 Mustang would not make TRIM more accessible for this car. You may have misunderstood the comment.
Good point Larry. However, all parts (including the stainless steel trim) are pretty easy to find.
The ’63 Falcon with a V8, especially the Sprint, is one of my faves since they were new.
Hope this one finds an appreciative home.
I had a ’64 Comet with a 260 . Great fun !
One clean little bird, Rust in the inner rockers, which gives the car its longitudal strength, need to inspect for rust carefully, Since the door gaps look good, could be ok. Has a sprint steering wheel and horn ring. Always need to be careful when someone says the doors need adjusting! This one looks great on the outside.
Good luck to the new owner!!!
There’s no rust! She’s really solid underneath and throughout. Not a worry there!
Sorry, while still a very desirable car this is not a Sprint but instead a bucket seat equipped V8 Futura convertible with a Sprint steering wheel added. Unfortunately there is no Serial Number or Warrantee Tag difference to distinguish the two but along with the steering wheel Sprints featured a standard dash top tach, Sprint emblems on the front fenders, wire wheel style hubcaps not Futura caps, FALCON letters on the rear panel versus FUTURA, chrome valve covers, chrome open air cleaner, and while not pictured a Sprint emblem on the glove box door.
Even so, if this Futura is solid underneath and as nice as the pictures indicate then the price is not too unrealistic.
What a great little car for my SIL! Could see her driving it to and
from work Monday thru Friday, and then cruising it at Old Town on
weekends. Falcons were great cars that were pleasing to the eye
and practical too. And if maintained properly, they’re also a satisfying
driver’s car. Seems to be priced fairly too. Sure would beat paying
$20K for a ragged out 20 year old Dodge Neon SXT! Looked at one
in Orlando this past weekend with 378K miles on it. The dealer wanted
$3K down, and $650 a month for 36 months! After seeing that, I’ll take
this Falcon or one like it any day, all day long!
As others have said, that car is NOT a rare Sprint. In fact, that is a Futura (clearly badged on the rear of the car).
There were 12,250 Futura convertibles with bucket seats (series 15, model 76B) produced in 1963.
That being said, the asking price is not bad — though a true Sprint would fetch about $30,000.
I agree, not a Sprint, but surely one box away on the order form from being one. Still, Sprint or not, THE nicest Falcon,,,ever. V8 makes this one sweet ride.
Really? THE nicest Falcon? EVER?
Please be serious.
Not into Falcon’s, eh?
Howard — I currently OWN a 1963-1/2 Sprint Convertible.
I was at the 2018 Falcon National meet. Were you?
Yes. I’m into Falcons. I just don’t think this is the nicest one EVER.
(cue Steve Martin voice):
“Well ex-CUUUUUUUSE MEEEE!”
Seriously, I’m sure you’re right – and would love to see a photo of your Sprint. Don’t own one, not in the market, but like seeing really unusual vehicles.
Note to self….get 63 trim out of file cabinet and on Ebay……had both the 64 Futura and 64 Sprint converts with that little 260….have pics of nephew and great nephew a few years apart with their respective grand ma some where…
Reminds me of a friend I haven’t seen in 50 years. He had one of these and traded it in on a 1966 7 Litre. He liked the big car but wished he had kept the Falcon, too. He later opted for a 1968 Electra Convert. Wonder what ever happened to Glenn?