Fairmont GT

Hi Guy, Since it was me who suggested this section be added, let me be the first to post in it.

My Fairmont story started quite by accident, let me explain.

I have always hankered after a V8 car after learning to drive in my dads 73 Ranchero back when I was just 13, so after I got settled in my house and bought my bike, I started looking. Originally a wanted a 70 Fairlane as a guy I knew had one in high school and I thought it was the coolest machine out there. I looked at dozens of Fairlanes and all of them seemed to be used as boat launching vehicles ( the back half was soooooo rusted).

I had almost given up when i was speaking to a buddy of mine , Eugene, said that there was one he knew of in good condition for sale, and I should call. I called up Simon and was told that no, it was a Fairmont GT, so I asked if it had a V8 in there and then not knowing too much about the history of the breed, said ,"!! Ill take it !!". When I finally got to see it, it was a dream come true. I wont tell you what I paid for it but it was an absolute STEAL. I now am a proud owner of a '70 GT in silver , Black vinyl roof , Red interior and a 2v auto. (-- Question -- , not sure on the year, as it is a XW with a offset hood scoop, not a shaker.) I also have been told by a geezer at the gas station that it was owned by the chairman of the Cape Caravan Club. But otherwise it is 100% stock.

I have spent some money on her doing the necessary - Suspension and brakes - and also have fitted some 17" alloys to update the look somewhat, although I might not keep them on and go back to the steelies and hubcaps.

I did some more research on the GT , and have fallen more and more in love with it as time has gone by. I also bought a '70 Cougar that is now for sale so I can spend a bit'o'cash on the GT. I hope to post some pics of my ride soon, but as the car is now standing with a blown head gasket I will have to fix that first.

My dream is to try and have the last sliver GT left in S.A. , And it looks possible , as everybody else is send theirs back to its homeland.

Anyway, I will update you in the relevant forum when I have time and pics and info to share.

See you on the roads.............................................................

Rory,

Well done & great intro.

You have a 1970 XW GT by the sounds in Silverfox. What a great combo & I think its great that you want to be one of the few owners to have a XWGT Fairmont still in RSA.

Please show us all some photos in the Post your ride section.
And don't forget to share your vin details with me so I can add them to my registry.

Look forward to your post & welcome.

By the way good Idea on the intro section.

Hi Rory. Welcome to forum. Would love to see your GT. I'm also the proud owner of a XWGT, colour Wimbleton White. Not many XW's left in South Africa.
Once again welcome!

Hi Rory.
I have the same car, and it's in Cape Town too..... but currently in bits.
Put up a heap of pics for us will ya?
Mick

welcome aboard XWGT brother.

Glad to see some more out there

Rory Welcome

Are you the guy thats stays in Richwood ?


Warren

Hey Warren / Stealth

Yes I am that bloke in Richwood, You stay nearby?

Welcome aboard Rory
You have joined a very strong brotherhood of GT lovers across this small planet
enjoy & learn from the many wise people here, ask away and knowledge shall be imparted
Cheers Pete

Rory

I grew up in Bothasig and have run my bussiness from there for the last ten years Ive just moved to Killarney Gardens I remember seeing you driving your XW around but havent seen it for a while .... I thought perhaps you had sold it glad to hear it is still around

Warren

Welcome aboard mate.

Nice car there.

Some pics of it would be nice.

Cheers
Gary