{"product_id":"classic-carlectables-1-18-ford-xc-sundowner-onyx-black","title":"CLASSIC CARLECTABLES 1\/18 FORD XC SUNDOWNER - ONYX BLACK","description":"\u003ch3\u003eClassic Carlectables Ford XC Sundowner Panel Van – Onyx Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAustralian Panel Van Culture in Diecast\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCelebrating one of the most distinctive youth-market vehicles of the 1970s, this Classic Carlectables Ford XC Sundowner in Onyx Black is a standout addition to any Australian Ford or panel van collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Panel Van was originally intended as a 'sedan delivery' body style. The combination of cargo space and customisable interiors made it appeal to a variety of professions, from painters to the police force. By the 1970s the Panel Van had become popular with the Australian youth leisure market, with owners often airbrushing mural art on the exterior and fitting out the cargo bay. The 'big 3' manufacturers each built youth styled Panel Vans: the Holden Sandman, the Chrysler Drifter and the Ford Sundowner. Although Panel Vans are known for the surf culture, the 'youth' Panel Vans were far too expensive for your average surfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sundowner was available in 3 body styles: the Escort, Transit and Falcon. The Falcon Sundowner was based on the Falcon 500 Van but included options reserved for the GS Hardtop, with comprehensive dash instrumentation, 'NASA' bonnet scoops, slotted sport rims and driving lights. The side protection mouldings and rear side glass were removed and replaced with distinctive loud side decals. The standard Sundowner 4.1 litre engine could be upgraded to either a 4.91 or a 5.81 with the GT Power Pack, which also included 4 wheel disc brakes and a limited slip differential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x diecast Ford XC Sundowner Panel Van\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModel Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed diecast replica.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord XC Sundowner Panel Van finished in Onyx Black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a certificate and a production number plate mounted to the chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CLASSIC CARLECTABLES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45659088158743,"sku":"43-18898","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/6637\/4935\/files\/43-18898.jpg?v=1790909608","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyvault.com.au\/products\/classic-carlectables-1-18-ford-xc-sundowner-onyx-black","provider":"Hobby Vault Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}