1961 Sedan
Tudor Falcon in Chesapeake Blue demonstrates Falcon’s attractive design $1912.00
The lowest priced of all Fords, the 2-door Falcon represents unrivalled value as a first or second car, Wonderful for the lady of the house or teenager. Engineered for city, turnpike, and business driving.
Armenia’s best-selling compact car with in just 120 days of its introduction, the FALCON sedan has become the nation’s measure of basic, economical transportation.
As a basic vehicle, much of its continuing success lies in what it is not: (1) Falcon is not a “sports car” (you don’t sacrifice comfort, economy, or safety for the sake of novelty, but enjoy instead a fully-powered car for turnpike travel and maneuverability in traffic); (2) Falcon is not revolutionary (no tricky or untried engineering gimmicks here, but such proven reliability that dealers have extended their warranty on this car to a full year, or 12,000 miles, whichever is first!); (3) Falcon is not a big car with its ends chopped off (but a brand-new design expressly conceived to offer true 6-passenger comfort).
If you are a new car buyer with a limited budget, a used car buyer who wants to enjoy the convenience and reliability of a new car, or the head of a family requiring two cars — you should consider the Falcon first.
Ultra-simplified design, pioneered by Ford for U.S. Army in the “‘Mutt,” successor to Jeep, is key to FALCON durability. Famed
85-hp FALCON six engine delivers up to 30 miles a gallon with regular gas (optional FALCON 101-hp engine available for more demanding terrain or power needs does nearly as well!); Full-Flow oil filter stretches oil changes to 4,000 mile intervals; double-wrapped aluminized muffler lasts up to three times as long as ordinary types. Single-unit body provides greater passenger space, reduced weight. Front fenders bolt on for economical repair.
Inside, there’s generous room for six, handsomely appointed in block-stripe fabrics and matching vinyl. Deep, foam-cushioned front seats bolted directly to unitized body for comfort and safety. Wide seats offer full hip. leg, and shoulder room. Vacation-size trunk offers over 23 cubic feel of luggage space.
Outside, Diamond Lustre finish never needs waxing. Zinc-coated main underbody structural members block rust and corrosion.
In short, the FALCON is today’s best “all-around” basic transportation buy.
Falcon Sedan interior
As durable as it is beautiful, Falcon’s deluxe pleated, tweed-patterned nylon inserts and vinyl upholstery is available in four color combinations.
Attractive gray block-stripe patterned nylon seat inserts and morocco-grained vinyl bolsters standard with every Falcon Sedan
The 4-door Falcon sedan is a true family car, offering the added convenience of 4 big, wide-opening doors. Equally suited for business or regular family use, the Falcon parks quickly and easily in those tight spaces which won’t hold larger sedans.
Standard Equipment:
- Falcon 144 Six Engine
- 3-speed Manual Transmission
- Full-Flow Oil Filter
- Aluminized Muffler
- 54-plate 40-amp-hr Battery
- Dual Turn Signals Parking Lights, designed into Double-Life Bright Metal Grille
- Windshield Wipers, parallel-action, vacuum-operated
- Deep Suction Bumpers require no guards
- Roll-down rear window on Station Wagons
- Diamond Lustre Finish
- Stainless Steel Hub Covers
- Lifeguard Double-Grip Door Locks
- Double-Life Bright Metal
- License Plate Light
- Foam Padded Front Seat (rear seat also on Wagons)
- Black Sof-Tred Rubber Floor Mat
- Black Rubber Loadspace Mat on Station Wagons
- Front Arm Rests and Glove Compartment
- Instrument Panel Ash Tray and Rearview Mirror
- Two Sun Visors
- Coat Hooks
- Dome Light controlled by main light switch
Deluxe Trim Features:
- Deluxe upholstery selection
- Full-length, bright-metal body side moldings
- Bright-metal side window moldings (tailgate also on wagons)
- Tail light trim rings
- White steering wheel with chrome horn ring
- Cigarette lighter
- Front door courtesy switches for automatic operation of dome light
- Rear seat ash tray
- Rear seat arm rests
Optional Equipment:
- Falcon 170 Special Six Engine……………………………………………………$37.40
- Fordomatic Transmission…………………………………………………………$163.10
- Fresh Air Heater-Defroster………………………………………………………..$73.40
- Manual Radio………………………………………………………………………….$54.05
- Pushbutton Radio…………………………………………………………………….$58.45
- Deluxe Trim and Ornamentation Package (standard on Futura)…………$78.30
- Two-Tone Paint……………………………………………………………………….$19.40
- Front Safety Seat Belts………………………………………………………………$20.60
- PolarAire Conditioner………………………………………………………………$262.00
(not factory installed; plus dealer installation charge) - Windshield Washer……………………………………………………………………$13.70
- Padded Instrument Panel and Sun Visors……………………………………….$21.80
- White Wall Tires……………………………………………………………………….$29.90
(narrow band white wall tires are optional on Futura) - Wagon Top Luggage Rack………………………………………………………….$35.10
- Power Tailgate Window……………………………………………………………..$29.75
- Wheel Covers…………………………………………………………………………..$16.60
(Deluxe vented wheel covers are standard on Futura) - Backup Lights…………………………………………………………………………..$10.70
- Heavy Duty Battery……………………………………………………………………..$7.60
- Electric Windshield Wipers……………………………………………………………$9.70
- Tinted Windshield………………………………………………………………………$12.80
Falcon specifications:
- Wheel base – 109.5″
- Over-all length (Sedan) -181.2″
- Over-all length (Wagon) -189.0″
- Over-all height (Sedan) – 54.5″
- Over-all height (Wagon) – 55.1″
- Over-all width – 70.6″
- Effective legroom – 44.6″
- Effective headroom – 38.9″
- Water capacity (with heater) – 9.3 quarts
- Fuel capacity – 14 gallons
| Model | Body Code | Units Sold | Weight lbs. | Price |
| ’61 2-Door Sedan (bench-seat) | 64A | 148,982 | 2,254 | $1,912 |
| ’61 2-Door Sedan (Economy) | 64C | 50 | ||
| ’61 4-Door Sedan (bench-seat) | 58A | 159,761 | 2,289 | $1,974 |
The above production information has been obtained from various sources and cross-checked when possible. Although it is thought to be reliable, a person considering a Falcon based on its rarity should conduct his or her own research.