Bill Bourke Special 1:18

[Nostalgia]

Hi all, The Bill Bourke Special has just been released. I picked mine up today after a 5 month wait ! Just wondering if anyone else has one. Sorry no pics as the wife has put it away for x-mas. I managed a quick look and the detail is superb. Even has the Gold metallic in the paint. :

[Ives]

Is it by ClassicCarlectables?

[Nostalgia]

Originally Posted by Ives

Is it by ClassicCarlectables?

Yes. The detail is remarkable. Its the first ClassicCarlectables model i have bought and i just cant believe the detail and quality. :

[ORSMT-6]

Its a great model and I too waited for about 5 months. The detail is just amazing, I collect model cars and I must say its one of the best models I have seen. The quality in the little details is just remarkable, with opening sunroof, adjustable antener and removable boot mat.

Enjoy your Christmas present I know you will.

Regards Pete

[SPK-250]

I get one coz my missus works there! I've been waiting about 8 months :

[LTDHO]

PIX?

I want one.

[Sorted]

XW Phase 1 Bill Bourke Special
Item no: 18168
Release date: November 2007
Limited edition: 4500

The Ford XW Bill Bourke Special is the only Falcon and the only four door car in the world to be built by the Ford, Dearborn USA factory with a big block 428ci (7.0 litre) Cobra Jet engine. It was built in 1969-70 for Bill Bourke after a visit to Australia from Semon "Bunkie" Knudsen, President of the Ford Motor Company, USA, in 1968. He was a muscle car enthusiast and racing fan. He suggested that Bourke produce "real muscle cars", but Bill was hesitant as he did not believe that people would see a four door car as being a muscle car. Bunkie disagreed and suggested Bill send him a car and he would see what his engineers could do with it.

An XW was chosen from the line in Broadmeadows in July 1969, and after about three months in Detroit work was completed. The result is an amazing car and a fitting tribute to the passion of a great man who Ford fans will always remember as the father of the Falcon GT.

[Trevor 57]

Originally Posted by DRHEMI

The Ford XW Bill Bourke Special is the only Falcon and the only four door car in the world to be built by the Ford, Dearborn USA factory with a big block 428ci (7.0 litre) Cobra Jet engine. It was built in 1969-70 for Bill Bourke after a visit to Australia from Semon "Bunkie" Knudsen, President of the Ford Motor Company, USA, in 1968. He was a muscle car enthusiast and racing fan. He suggested that Bourke produce "real muscle cars", but Bill was hesitant as he did not believe that people would see a four door car as being a muscle car. Bunkie disagreed and suggested Bill send him a car and he would see what his engineers could do with it.

An XW was chosen from the line in Broadmeadows in July 1969, and after about three months in Detroit work was completed. The result is an amazing car and a fitting tribute to the passion of a great man who Ford fans will always remember as the father of the Falcon GT.

That isn't how I knew the history of the Bourke car, but I will have to wait to see what others say.

[Powdered Toast Man]

Does anyone know if these are still available or sold out? I was waiting for them to come out and wasn't desperate to get one but I would like one.

[boss-290]

Classic Carlectables make fantastic quality model cars.

To see the history of their releases; go to www.classiccarlectables.com.au

I can't wait for the 1:18 2007 Bathurst Winner, which I have on order.

[Nostalgia]

Originally Posted by Big_Trev

That isn't how I knew the history of the Bourke car, but I will have to wait to see what others say.

So lets have your version of the story. Then we will wait and see what others say.

[Bossxr8]

Originally Posted by Big_Trev

That isn't how I knew the history of the Bourke car, but I will have to wait to see what others say.

You're correct, the info provided is somewhat inaccurate. Firstly the Bill Bourke special can't really be claimed to be the only big block sedan built by Detroits
factory as they didn't actually build it, it was built here in Oz first as a GT, they just took it and ripped the Clevo out and put in the big block. Secondly, the story about it being a way of showing Bill Bourke that four doors could be muscle cars is wrong too. Bill Bourke was the one who pushed the idea of a four door muscle car and he lead to its creation. It was the Americans who laughed at the idea of a four door muscle car. And thirdly, the Bill Bourke special was a reward for Bill Bourke's sales performances in Australia. The Americans were very happy with what he had done down here as President, so they said they would build up a special car for him if he sent over something for them to work on. He organised a GT to be taken off the line and sent over to Detroit where they did the special paint job, shaker and big block conversion with the C6 R servo auto plus the other special bits they added like high back seats etc.

[XPfalcon170]

i'm hoping to pick mine up on sunday when i pop round to my local (hobby shop that is). Also have to pick up the Lc Brock torana bathurst '71. Can't wait!

[Nostalgia]

Originally Posted by Bossxr8

You're correct, the info provided is somewhat inaccurate. Firstly the Bill Bourke special can't really be claimed to be the only big block sedan built by Detroits
factory as they didn't actually build it, it was built here in Oz first as a GT, they just took it and ripped the Clevo out and put in the big block. Secondly, the story about it being a way of showing Bill Bourke that four doors could be muscle cars is wrong too. Bill Bourke was the one who pushed the idea of a four door muscle car and he lead to its creation. It was the Americans who laughed at the idea of a four door muscle car. And thirdly, the Bill Bourke special was a reward for Bill Bourke's sales performances in Australia. The Americans were very happy with what he had done down here as President, so they said they would build up a special car for him if he sent over something for them to work on. He organised a GT to be taken off the line and sent over to Detroit where they did the special paint job, shaker and big block conversion with the C6 R servo auto plus the other special bits they added like high back seats etc.

PM sent.

[nobbystang]

Originally Posted by boss-290

Classic Carlectables make fantastic quality model cars.
I can't wait for the 1:18 2007 Bathurst Winner, which I have on order.

Ditto, although mine isn't on order. I got my first one earlier this year, '06 Bathurst winner. Can't wait for this years!!

[FORD EB 4.0]

Classiccarlectables make the more accurate model but they can come with build problems, the Moffat 65E had a few problems with bonnet alignment {paint chips, moulds around front of the car not straight and excessive glue on some areas. So if you buy one try and see it out of the box before you pay or if you are getting it from ebay ask the seller if it has any faults.

[Nostalgia]

Originally Posted by FORD EB 4.0

Classiccarlectables make the more accurate model but they can come with build problems, the Moffat 65E had a few problems with bonnet alignment {paint chips, moulds around front of the car not straight and excessive glue on some areas. So if you buy one try and see it out of the box before you pay or if you are getting it from ebay ask the seller if it has any faults.

Just like a real 1:1 scale new car The shop owner actually opened the box before i bought it and the matt black paint on the bonnet wasnt right. I still bought it and it is mint now.

[FORD EB 4.0]

Glad that your happy with your car NostalgEA but even Hotwheels can get 1/64 bonnets to open without scratching paint off.

[Trevor 57]

Originally Posted by Bossxr8

You're correct, the info provided is somewhat inaccurate. Firstly the Bill Bourke special can't really be claimed to be the only big block sedan built by Detroits
factory as they didn't actually build it, it was built here in Oz first as a GT, they just took it and ripped the Clevo out and put in the big block. Secondly, the story about it being a way of showing Bill Bourke that four doors could be muscle cars is wrong too. Bill Bourke was the one who pushed the idea of a four door muscle car and he lead to its creation. It was the Americans who laughed at the idea of a four door muscle car. And thirdly, the Bill Bourke special was a reward for Bill Bourke's sales performances in Australia. The Americans were very happy with what he had done down here as President, so they said they would build up a special car for him if he sent over something for them to work on. He organised a GT to be taken off the line and sent over to Detroit where they did the special paint job, shaker and big block conversion with the C6 R servo auto plus the other special bits they added like high back seats etc.

That is pretty much how I know it.

Bourke was the push behind the 4 door concept.

The car started life as a GTHO but was modified to Bourkes specs, but I thought the changes were made in Melbourne not overseas. I read an article on it when the the new owner 'released' it to the public

[Bossxr8]

Originally Posted by Big_Trev

That is pretty much how I know it.

Bourke was the push behind the 4 door concept.

The car started life as a GTHO but was modified to Bourkes specs, but I thought the changes were made in Melbourne not overseas. I read an article on it when the the new owner 'released' it to the public

From what I know the car was sent to Detroit where it was modified by a Ford special vehicle division. It had many Mustang parts such as the Cobra Jet and C6 auto, high back seats and shaker. The seats eventually made their way into the XA and the shaker into the XY. Too bad the Cobra Jet didn't make its way into Falcon though, but it wouldn't have been any good for Bathurst with all that extra weight over the front end.

[pitpal]

Coffee ford in dandenong have some left im pretty sure. $195. Classics are by far the better model in terms of detail and have a slightly better resale than biante. If anyone is interested i have an xygtho in bronze wine for sale

[Powdered Toast Man]

Bought one today. Gotta say it has some nice detail. Now to get a display case for it, my Yellow Glow and Calipso Green XA coupes and my Appolo blue XB coupe.

How does the sunroof open? I'm not game enough to use too much force.

[FORD EB 4.0]

Push down on the rear of the sliding roof then slide it back, it is not made to open completely.

[Nostalgia]

Originally Posted by FORD EB 4.0

Push down on the rear of the sliding roof then slide it back, it is not made to open completely.

Correct, it only opens half way.

[Powdered Toast Man]

Originally Posted by FORD EB 4.0

Push down on the rear of the sliding roof then slide it back, it is not made to open completely.

I'll give it a try next time it's out of the box. Cheers guys.

[LTDHO]

I saw one yesterday @ almost $200!!

[AusM]

Some more pics & info here:
http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11195779

Only 4500 built and almost guaranteed to sell out. They have just been released (two weeks ago), so probably just arrived in stores...

[zetec]

Just picked one up on Fleabay for $200 so I'm happy given they're sold out! t's my first Classic, although I'm also waiting on a Shelby signed GT500 Eleanor Mustang from the USA. Niiiice.