1964 Ford Falcon / $100 At a Time

Shane has owned this 1964 ford falcon Sprint 2 door hardtop since 1997 when he was 15 years old. He bought this car for $500 and made payments "$100 at a time". The car was a shell when he got it and over the years he has turned it into a running, and driving classic car with a Ford 302 V8 and a 5-spd manual transmission out of a Mustang 5.0.
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[@AutoCrete]

I have a ton more respect for a car built with blood, sweat and tears than a car built with cubic $$. Sweet ride!

[@moofushu]

I wish Ford would make a modern day retro version of the 64 Falcon. Car design's of today really need that nostalgia touch.

[@chargermaster586]

moofushu I don't think they will the. Ford mustang was based of the falcon.

[@curtismimms8545]

I agree they should and a modern galaxy 500

[@dreamingcode]

No

[@goldenglove8513]

@Real Dudes Party Nude wow. Show your sorry true ignorance. Of course KZbin is free to comment whatever you want. With that said, your comment is sorry as hell. He did the car the way he wanted and could do. But there will always be smart ass haters like you, just to cut someone or something down. All because YOU don't like it. Its sad and pathetic. But not going to argue with you because believe mark twain said it best "its best not argue with a FOOL, on lookers may not be able to tell the difference." But your name says a lot, especially 'bout your character. Well that and your comment. Dude works hard to build a car he loves, and you comment what you did. Really? World will always be full of people like you.😂

[@loganleppek6383]

Be careful what you wish for. Rememberwhat they did to the thunderbird? Yikes.

[@dodgyplonk]

Never let her go mate. I miss my old falcon every single day and night since it was stolen 12 years ago. Hearing that 302 almost brought me to tears. I love your build.

[@ColemanBales]

Gotta say, this is the most attractive falcon I think I've ever seen! Your choice of color and wheels are absolutely perfect in my eyes. And the way you got the car to sit is perfect as well

[@luizchevelle7218]

I'm a Chevy guy, but it's hard to resist a beautiful Ford Falcon!

[@derpyy4577]

Luiz Chevelle every chevy guy has to say he’s a Chevy guy. Just admit you love all cars and call it a fucking day I hate your branders.

[@briandufty8362]

Justin. .. just have fun. Any car. ANY GUY OR GIRL. YEA.

[@briandufty8362]

Derpy Derp yep i agree. Dirt under finger nail...

[@hornetbrown]

Indeed.

[@paqman]

as someone that bought and rebuilt a 64 falcon at 15 in the 90s, I love this project man. She's absolutely beautiful.

[@jamesoverman3100]

I had one of these. She was my very 1st car. A '64 Falcon Sprint convertible. I was red w/ red interior, bench seat, factory 4-speed, 260 v8. Thought it was a 289 hi-po, but when i went to rebuild the engine, I found out it was a 260 w/289 hi-po heads and a 500 cfm holly 2-bbl carb. It had a white convertible top. The car was only 4 yrs old when I bought it used for 1200.00. It had blk painted wheels, chrome trim rings, and baby moon hubcaps. I reall LOVED that car! She was my pride and joy!! Seeing your car brings back all kinds of good memories. You have really done a GREAT job of bringing her back from the dead. I sincerely hope you have as many great times with her as I had w/mine!!

[@amishrobots]

the feel of driving a vehicle that you brought to life with your own two hands, when you have touched and turned every bolt; wrestled with the very heart and soul of the thing. To know a car so intimately, that it becomes more than just a machine, but a living thing with whom you have a serious relationship. Yes I can see that you understand.

[@eastbayhounds7604]

Love the level of dedication to that car, great looking build.

[@JumboLina97]

This is a beautiful car man. The '64 falcon is my dream car, love the body lines, love the interior, love the car in general it's perfect..very nice car

[@bluefalcon646]

'64' and '65' Falcons had the greatest styling and the engines, 6 cyl. or 8 cyl. were all bullet proof. These cars were some of the unsung heroes of the mid '60's for sure.

[@zakr7429]

funny, just found a blue 64 falcon with a rebuilt 6cyl. Im 17 and its a dream car that I can have, but will insurance be too much?

[@fadedjate7230]

@@zakr7429 I got a 1969 Ford Falcon, got it insured for 175$ for the whole year.

[@johnblack7508]

Beautiful Sprint, and awsome the time you took with it, Man it's a winner, don't sell it!

[@samuelrivera3557]

Great story on accomplishing your Ford Falcon dream!

[@johnnywrench9669]

Awesome story and a beautiful car. Definitely one of the best looking falcons I have ever seen.

[@THEPROUDSON]

You put in the work, you deserve to enjoy it young man. Gotta respect your perseverance. Nice....

[@Munsseyspeedanddesignonline]

Beautiful 64! Look forward to seeing it at a local cruise.

[@msteen6407]

Nice work young man . I had one in 1976 got it two weeks before I turned sixteen, work all summer for it . Had a six cylinder, 3 speed on the floor sixths on the back with ET slots , and of course a 8 track . Hope you have as many good times in yours as I did .

[@thomacapo1892]

be proud of that color choice it caught my eye immediately while understated it is awesome

[@amishrobots]

ok, srsly, it has a part from a fricking Geo Metro? that sir, makes this car all the more awesome. That brake booster owes you a debt of gratitude!

[@ParagliderCollapse]

OMG, in the 1970s I had one that looked just like that - same color, same wheels, everything!

[@AnthonyB405]

I don't even like falcons because the back lights but yours is so beautiful and makes me want one!

[@thejerseyj1636]

Very cool. I especially love that you have touched and seen every square inch of your car. Keep it for life and you'll have the reward of all the memories it brought you.

[@ArthurSperotto]

I'm in love with that car...

[@jmj18462]

Shane, thanks so much for sharing your beautiful Ford Falcon with us all! Don't worry about the money you've put into it! You may or may not be able to recoup those funds when and if you ever sell it, but your own personal enjoyment, pride of ownership, comfort, safety, and joy are ALWAYS good investments! Enjoy it and make no apologies to anyone! I was born in the Bronx, NYC, in January 1964. In June of 1964 my late Dad bought my late Mom a brand new 1964 Ford Falcon Futura sedan from Laurie Ford in Morris Plains, NJ. It was "Springtime Yellow" (to this day I still LOVE yellow cars!), with a Silver/Gray interior. It was smooth riding, nimble (170 C.I. inline 6 cyl engine), easy to drive and to park, and just the right size for my Mom, who was a very "petite" lady, 5' tall and maybe 100 lbs). She loved that Falcon! It was still in daily reliable service to our family when it was traded in (1977) for...wait for it...a bright Orange AMC Gremlin! When Dad would reflect on the life changing events of 1964, years later, he would mention the birth of a son, (me) in January, and would always talk about the much beloved Falcon...he mostly talked about the Falcon if the truth be told! :)

[@supersixjones8905]

Hey Shane, thats an awsome car. I think the 64 is the best year for the falcon. I think they have more character than the mustangs by far.

[@notplane1239]

The 64 falcons are Beautiful cars

[@kenmorishita401]

My first car was a '64 Falcon Futura with a 4 speed. Had a real good time with it! Love your video.

[@yeboscrebo4451]

If I wasn’t already in love with f100s, this would be my car! So perfect!

[@bluefalcon6464]

'64 was the best looking Falcon ever. In 1968 at 16 and 1/2 half I bought my very first car. A '64 Falcon Futura convertible (with borrowed money from dad of course). $895. dollars and I was the proudest kid in my high school parking lot. That car was gorgeous.

[@zakr7429]

thats exactly how I want to be. At 17, for a few grand I can have myself a hard top blue Futura with a rebuilt 6 cyl. I am just really worried about insurance if I buy it :(

[@hotrodray6802]

I'll bet you wish you still had it.

[@555Gear]

Awesome down-to-earth car and owner! You should do more real-world vintage car vids, that would be great!

[@TacoIsLost]

Totally agreed !!

[@Texacate]

I had a 64 sprint convertible as a young man. LOVED the car. Had to sell it when I lost my job. Sad. I miss that car soooo much.

[@o2boutdoors]

Nice build! I love the stance, the color, and especially the fact that you swapped the 5-speed and better brakes.

[@hdvictoryford5329]

I love stories like this. My youngest is currently doing an 82 Stang. Rock on Bro.

[@anthonyellul2029]

Great car man, love the look of the 64 Falc especially in that color , old cars are never perfect but got character you just dont get in modern cars.

[@jaunelanders5273]

After listening to this video. I got to get my 84 bronco 2 rolling again.. it some WHAT trick out already..got to bring it back to life

[@andrewpeyton8380]

Excellent ride, you should be so proud.

[@2-old-Forthischet]

Woohoo, another three pedal Ford! Nice job!

[@stanbrewer4217]

Please Keep those wheels and tires! They are so cool! My dad owned about a half dozen Falcons. My brother has two Falcons a car and a truck. I broke the mold and went with a 1971 Mustang Mach 1 ! Don't get me wrong, I would love a Falcon, I want the one Mell Gibson drove in "Road Warrior"! ;) Stan

[@Drivingwhileawesome]

He's keeping the wheels. Sounds like your family loves Fords.

[@michaelbouker845]

OH those Australian Falcons are awesome but you better have a fat wallet.

[@enoc2432]

Stunning car. Love this kind of story's.

[@Drivingwhileawesome]

Thanks Manuel!

[@CletisVanDam1]

I love the '64 falcon. This one is awesome with the 5.0. Thanks for the video.

[@joecrowsantibanez1733]

This made my whole day. thanks. i have a 64 Falcon Ranchero. Thanks for the idea for the disk break conversion, I am going to do the same. beautiful car.

[@metalmoto]

I'm soon to get my Dad's 65 Falcon Futura. Hardtop, maroon in color. All original, I think it has a 170 engine. But it's been sitting over 25 years in his garage. Like you, it's more sentimental...great memories I had as a child growing up with it. I have my garage all cleaned out, just waiting for that day. I just hope it's not so rusted. From what I can see, it's still in good shape. I hope to post some video of it someday. Thanks for the great video!

[@ingmarslazdins2853]

Are you waiting for your dad to pass away an even has a space in your garage for his car? Sounds weird. It is 4 months later. I hope he is at a good health and will live for over 100 years..

[@metalmoto]

No, not at all. He is moving into another house. He asked me if I wanted it. It's been sitting in his garage for over 25 years. So it will be a big restoration project for me.

[@kenestrada7920]

Great story Excellent archival documentary

[@chiconian49]

She's a beauty! I'm still driving my 65 Futura convertible, purchased in 69.

[@onepunchgeorge9251]

Love these! Mom had a 63 grocery getter. Lost the keys once. Being 14 yrs. Old of course I hot wired it so we could get to the key man. She never looked at me the same!💝

[@lawrencekraemer1123]

I learned to drive in a 64 Falcon. Love this car.

[@alyssalobster2914]

My grandpa has one and ive wanted since I was a kid and he gave it to me on my 16th birthday

[@ronarel3179]

When i was a kid growing up neighbor had 641/2ford falcon sprint i watched it being restored and perfectly built to a extreme standard! I'm a Rhode Islander, and he had completed it with the license plate (COBRA), I can still picture it in my mind ripping four gears of posi. Oh I didn't mention convertible, metallic green on black interior, built 289 with 400 plus h.p. 4 11's with proper reinforced suspension to keep that amazing power to the ground!

[@7980flh]

Restoring your love. Great job 👍

[@frankfrankenstein5933]

I love Falcons from 1960 to 1966! Nice review!

[@racer67]

I did the same thing i bought a 63 ford fairlane 500 at age 20 for 900 gave the guy 500 down and 4 payments of 100 over 4 weeks i fixed it up i put probly 25 thousand into over the course of 5 years made it brand new then someone ran a stop sign and slammed into me and killed it but didnt kill me! I had the car for 15 years its been 3 years since i sold it so someone could give it a good home i miss my 63 but since ive had a 67 plymouth i rebuilt the 383 and sold it to get a garage kept 67 impala that i now drive daily! These cars have personality style and class! U just have to have a love for these cars and know how to weld and build!

[@starflash08]

thats the best looking 64 falcon ive seen, your lucky, the nearest we can get is the 65 aussie built futura hardtop with only a 6, just not the same! well done awesome car!

[@owenmathews8806]

I always come back to this video, love this car, have my own classic. Kinda the same story, I've been slowly working on mine for years, almost finished...

[@joemackey1950]

I had a '65 Falcon, plain jane. 144, manual, 2dr sedan. Maroon with metallic flakes. Options? Radio and heater. Bought used in '71 when I got out of the Navy. No road rocket, but got me there and back. Slow and easy and it would go anywhere. I swear, I think it was part Jeep at times. Developed electrical problems after six years no one could track down. Like selling a child when I had to let it go and kick myself often for doing so but cash was tight and all.

[@robertmoir5695]

I hope you can keep it forever Pretty cool you could find an old timer like it

[@TacoIsLost]

You can really see the hard work he put on this beauty .. 100 best spended $ ever !! 🤘🏽

[@hotrodray6802]

LOL. 150 times over. BTDT.👍👍

[@Ed-hd7su]

god bless, i bet your dad is proud of you, for the job well done

[@ronbarden7210]

Good job young man. The mid-60's falcons were the first new cars that I liked. The torgue thrust wheels go well with that car.

[@ytwhite5930]

Nice job Shane! It's cool just to see that you still HAVE your first car at all...I'm not a Ford guy, but if I were to put effort into one,it would be a mid to late '60's Falcon. I hope your interior turns out as good body and paint. Keep it up man.

[@ramirogonzalez2857]

Man I bought a 1960 ford falcon couple of weeks ago and I'm very excited to start the restoration your video inspired me to finish my project thanks

[@GODLIKEZ490]

how could you hate something like this this car is bloody beautiful

[@TacoIsLost]

This car looks so sick .. Amazing job .. Congrats !!

[@allenhughes12]

Nice to see a California car that's not been chopped up and a lowrider. Excellent 👍

[@HoneyGramThunder]

I see a cherry red 1965 ford falcon almost everyday. Had to do my research. That car is my goal. Thank you for the video I know where I'm investing my money

[@Enoch-Gnosis]

Great looking Car!

[@supercalo79]

Very very nice! We had a 67 falcon at one time. I wish we didn't have to get rid of it.

[@mikenoble3623]

Very cool story, car is coming along nicely! Great job.

[@OlBlueshound]

Looks great so far, the colour suits the body shape & chrome & stainless contrasts it nicely. Yep, cars are a money pit usually, but look what you get back for it, the experience & enjoyment & you got a very cool looking two door Ford you can use, cruise & enjoy everyday. Hats off to you & thanks for sharing!

[@hotrodray6802]

It's about much more than money. 👍👍

[@aaronkathyberry2099]

Just simply an awesome vid & story! Thank you for sharing.

[@mikefleming6723]

Great car you did well always liked the Falcons I had a 62 and 63 at one time.

[@clintlewis1719]

Sweet ride and great job. Who the heck thumb downs a video like this ?

[@snowcrest7863]

Keep up the good work. I still have my original High School car that I bought in 1981. A '65 Mustang Fastback, which I gave a complete disassembly/rebuild when I bought it. It is now due for a complete restomod by a professional, now that I can afford it. I also recently purchased a California '63 Falcon convertible, which will eventually get a "restomod". Additional note: my brother still has his original, unrestored, '65 Shelby GT350, numbers matching car that he purchased in 1974......sheeesh!

[@hotrodray6802]

NEVER SELL YOUR FIRST CAR. Lost my 2 favorites in the late 60s 🙄. Now I have/kept my Son's HS car for 32 yrs. His all time favorite. (He has a twin car, I have his🤔)

[@russelleden1]

That's so cool man. Looks awesome! Love the color. Great way to do it. I owned an Australian 67 Ford Fairmont for 20 years now I've finally bought an American 67 Sports Coupe.

[@mitchelljohnson2273]

I didn't know there were any fairmonts left , havnt seen one for years, I had a fiend had one but he never had good judgement., just kidding , if you like it, great!

[@pedrodelacabra1855]

Beautiful sweet ride. I had a 64 Falcon back in the 80s. Loved it. Yours actually looks super tough! Nice work.

[@beboboymann3823]

I have been a fan of the 1963 Falcon Sprint since they hit the market and honestly I did not like the 1964 model styling when it was introduced, not at all. But this one is amazing. Awesome job!

[@OrganicSilverMoonDesignsLLG]

This was the car I learned to drive in I was 13,love it! Belong to my mom was in mint condition! 1964 Falcon, stick.

[@NEWTVIC]

Very nice job- you are a true Falcon Guy- I know I have had my '64 HT since 73-

[@Drivingwhileawesome]

NEWTVIC Thanks!

[@welshwarrior7197]

+Driving While Awesome HEY!!!! I Have A Car You Can Film......Wait....Where Are You Based?.....You In America? If So....Nevermind....But If Your In Aus, I Have A 63 Bug

[@joelpalmer]

Great car and great job restoring it, well done!

[@watsoncali25]

I have a 65 Falcon that is in bad shape, but work is progressing.

[@OrganicSilverMoonDesignsLLG]

Thanks for the great video,lots of memories!

[@chaddelong998]

i can totally relate to this. my youth was spent under my 67 charger. every bolt. every bracket. every wire. off and back on the car. always poor. always smiling. 440 that got 4-6MPG. cause i never got the handle on proper tuning of a spark plug burning big block. hehe. i would bring sandpaper every where i went. she would foul a plug every 3 days of driving. (still have her. Betty.) see pic. now, she has aluminum heads, 440, 850 dbl, sealed ram air, purple cam, 3" exhaust to flowmasters cut before axle, 3:91, mickey T's on 18x10 - 18x12, LED tail lights.

[@John-cr2tn]

Excellent job be proud of your work

[@SavageStyle808]

Good vid bro. I got a 64 Futura I bought and shipped over from San Diego to Hawaii where I live. Love the thing to death jus wished it was a 4 speed too, but its clean and all the old hot rodders around trip on how I got such a rare car they all wish they had.

[@jackrpool]

Sick Ride! Love the stance.

[@mustangmarty8491]

She's a ceeper, nice ride those are memories u will never forget, my advice to you is, if you don't need to sell it don't, believe me you will regret it. Cool video brother keep'em comin 🇺🇸 MERICA

[@xavierz66]

Nice ride cool color !! I dig the back story. True hot rodding !

[@Cody6918]

What a Chariot, love it...

[@massacredh]

wow , nice sound, nice performance, Congratulations, really.

[@billcavazos2817]

Good for you. Very nice Falcon. Love the 63-65 falcons. The 4.6 and T5 work like a dream in your Falcon. It is so quick and cruises like a big car. Very reliable and efficient.

[@rustyjeep2469]

Bill Cavazos It's got a 5.0, doubt the overhead cam 4.6 would even fit in a Falcon...

[@walterallen3234]

love those Falcons!

[@jacocoetzee8721]

Wow i really enjoyed this video.thanks for sharing with us.

[@jamesflickinger1363]

BEAUTIFUL CAR !!

[@robertamoyaw1979]

Paint job- Beautiful 😊

[@favioroldan]

here in Argentina was built only on 4 doors and with 6 cylinders engine 188 and 221 from 1961, until 1991, a great car!

[@B3Passion]

Love your Falcon. I have a 62 Comet. Coyote Gen3 w/matching 6spd, low mileage. I kinda wish I had kept it simple. I'll be drivin over to LA soon so maybe we can visit. I have a brand new VintageAire under dash unit if youre interested.

[@blazer81gs100]

I bought a 69 falcon when i was 15 i tore it down like you and put it all back togeyherlike 3 years later and my mom hated my car to i finnally put a 429 ch in it and boy it was fun but i had to let her go no place to work on it or puut it so i hope that its still around it was flawless no russet no dents its in Everett Washington some where and ism 52 this next month i wisjh to find it some day

[@MrJcardimen]

Beautiful Falcon, great video

[@Drivingwhileawesome]

Thanks Jeffrey, Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Freekniggers]

1:00 my mother gave me a 4 door 65 falcon futura station wagon, gold painted interior and gold painted engine and transmision, when i was 8 to 10 years old. I got my 2 door post at 17 i got it on payments but i ised the payments i was saving for a 72 ranchero gt. I wanted them both. I miss them all. Im only 37. I wanted to be buried in my falcon wagon but my brother borrowed money on it acting as the owner and i lost it because it was gone from storage before i even knew it was even borrowed against much less past due for 350 dollars. A $20,000 dollar car, at the time, that would never have been for sale just lost over a thieving brother.

[@cajunsushi]

Thanks for doing this video. Very much enjoyed your story and keep up the good work. Always loved this model.😎

[@phaeton427]

Gotta say I'm really loving this