{"product_id":"classic-carlectables-1-18-ford-xa-falcon-gt-1974-bathurst-winner-50th-anniv","title":"CLASSIC CARLECTABLES 1\/18 FORD XA FALCON GT 1974 BATHURST WINNER 50TH ANNIV.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Carlectables 1\/18 Diecast Replica of the Ford XA Falcon GT 1974 Bathurst Winner - 50th Anniversary Gold livery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\r\u003cp\u003e    \u003cstrong\u003e1974 Bathurst – Triumph Against the Odds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Classic Carlectables is proud to present this special Gold Livery Edition of the Ford XA Falcon GT in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the 1974 Bathurst victory, driven by John Goss and Kevin Bartlett.\u003cbr\u003e    The 1974 Bathurst race was a challenging year for Ford fans, with the company withdrawing official support from motorsport. While Holden introduced the powerful SL\/R 5000, Ford had only three Falcon entries on the grid, including the high-profile but untested Moffat\/Glemser Brut 33 Falcon, which later suffered mechanical issues.\u003cbr\u003e    Despite tough track conditions and fierce competition from the Holden Dealer Team, the Goss\/Bartlett Falcon stayed consistent and avoided major trouble. As the race progressed, leading Holden entries began to falter—Brock’s Torana retired while Bond’s car was black-flagged due to oil leaks.\u003cbr\u003e    In a dramatic turn, John Goss took the lead, battling heavy rain and a puncture before handing over to Kevin Bartlett, who powered through the final laps. Against all odds, the duo claimed a historic victory, giving Ford fans a reason to celebrate in a year full of setbacks.\u003cbr\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Includes a certificate of authenticity and production number plate mounted to the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003e        1 x Diecast model    \u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e        1 x Certificate of Authenticity    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CLASSIC CARLECTABLES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45254233227287,"sku":"43-18852","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/6637\/4935\/files\/43-18852.jpg?v=1782874714","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyvault.com.au\/products\/classic-carlectables-1-18-ford-xa-falcon-gt-1974-bathurst-winner-50th-anniv","provider":"Hobby Vault Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}