Ford Flashback - Moffat, Johnson & Goss: Classic Restos - Series 56

In this episode, Fletch takes us on a Ford Flashback, and what better way to do it than from the driver's seat of his own '93 Ford EB Falcon? This car has been a cherished part of Fletch's family since it was brand new, and he proudly considers it a late-model classic and an emerging early-entry enthusiast car.

Reflecting on the Classic Restos episodes, Fletch recalls meeting proud Ford owners like Nez, who boasts two stunning classics - a 1970 Ford Falcon XW 351 GT and a 1971 Ford Fairmont XY, affectionately named 'Tango' and 'Snow', for obvious reasons. Despite being daily drivers, both cars are meticulously maintained and presented impeccably. Fletch mentions that these two vehicles are, in his opinion, some of the best on-road examples he's come across.

Another enthusiast, Peter, showcases his remarkable Fords: an XY Ford Fairmont Replica 351 GT that has undergone a complete bare metal restoration and a 1973 Ford Falcon XA 351 GT, the first of the new XA model shape, which is increasingly sought after by collectors. After a 15-year pursuit, Peter finally acquired the XA 351 GT, having admired Ford GTs from an early age and decided later in life to collect them.
 
This episode also features some legendary Ford figures, such as Allan Moffat, Dick Johnson and John Goss, who have all appeared on Classic Restos. Fletch extracts some of the best segments from the archives where they recount their memorable experiences with Ford and the cars they drove. 

Allan Moffat expresses his awe upon first arriving at Mt Panorama and seeing the Skyline with no side fencing, unaware that this was the actual racetrack. Dick Johnson reminisces about his iconic True-Blu Falcon, which was involved in the famous ‘rock’ incident on Skyline and the XB Greens-Tuf Falcon, describing them as great road cars but not ideal for racing. John Goss, remembered for his time behind the wheel of a Ford Falcon XB 2-Door Coupe, talks about his earlier racing days in the ’55 Ford Customline in 1965/66 at Longford, Tasmania. Despite its somewhat bulky appearance, the Customline proved its worth, achieving speeds of up to 135mph with its 292 V8 powerplant. These beautiful memories genuinely capture the essence and heritage of the Ford brand.