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65 FORD SPORTS & COMPACT CAR PROMO SUPER 8mm FILM MUSTANG, THUNDERBIRD & FALCON JC1019 (1964)

1964 · Short film · 37 min

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This promotional Super 8mm film was shown in Ford dealerships, and designed to entice consumers to buy new Ford models in the 1964-65 era. Models showcased include the Falcon, Thunderbird and Mustang. The 1964 Falcon was the first compact car marketed by one of the Big Three American manufacturers between 1960 and 1970. The Mustang would be derived from the Falcon. The driver heads for the Stapleton National Airport in Denver, Colorado (:38). The grill is wider (1:08). New features include plenty of cargo space (1:16). The seat is slid back to show a longer track (1:55). Fabric seats (2:01) and the instrument panel follow (2:08). Power steering was available (2:50). Tires bounce as suspension is discussed (3:13). It featured two six cylinder engines (3:43). The Falcon runs under a Mobil Economy Run finish line (3:48). The Mobil Economy Run provided real fuel efficiency numbers. A mechanic sets the trophy out (3:52) for the Class B winner; the Falcon. Cars zip around the 1963 Monte Carlo Rally (3:59). The Falcon won first and second places in its class (4:01). Four transmissions were available (4:14). Servicing, oil changes (4:42), battery life (5:12), radiator coolant (5:17) and warranty options are discussed (5:46). Seventeen models were released (6:13). The Falcon Squire moves down a desert road (6:50). Bus series wagons appear (7:19). The 1964 Fairlane follows (8:34). Fairlanes were sold between 1955 and 1970 in a wide variety of body styles. Features include air scoops…

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Running time
37 minutes
Collection
Ephemeral Films

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