PAST WINNER SPOTLIGHT – Richard Wallace’s 1971 Vermillion Fire XY Falcon GT Tribute
Richard Wallace, a Tuff Streeters member from Queensland, took first place and scored this Tough XY Falcon valued at $135,000 with only a $90 package!
Don’t be fooled by its factory GT looks, this XY GT Replica is a full blown street predator wrapped in classic muscle styling. Finished in striking Vermillion Fire and fitted with an original wind back sunroof by Option 10, it’s a ground up restoration that merges old school charm with modern grunt.
Under the bonnet, a stroked 393ci Cleveland delivers a tire shredding 550 horsepower, thanks to a Demon 750 carby, CNC alloy heads, Speed Pro pistons, Morel roller lifters, and a custom 3” dual exhaust system. Spark is handled by MSD, while 2” Pacemaker extractors help it breathe with serious intent.
Backing it up is a Stage 3 C4 Auto built by Pro Trans, complete with a 4500rpm TCE Hi Stall and a tough 9” rear with 3.5 gears, making it just as brutal off the line as it is on cruise.
Inside, the factory style GT dash hides a discreet custom Bluetooth stereo setup, while the freshly retrimmed interior, including dash, door trims, carpet, and wheel, keeps it looking showroom fresh.
Richard’s 1971 Falcon is a textbook example of what it means to be a Tuff Streeter, classic muscle, modern performance, and zero compromise.
Congratulations to Richard Wallace, another past winner now cruising in this absolute weapon of a Falcon!
