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I've received a few calls lately about the car. Thanks for your interest.
Sorry, I forgot to update the post and let you know that the car has gone to a new home.
I'm taking break from cars for a bit while I do a few other things, but I do plan to get another old Holden a little down the track
Happy cruising all,
Paul

I'm probably going to regret this, but I've decided to put my Wagon up for sale.  :(

The car was re-painted just before I bought it about 4 1/2 years ago. The white is a Commodore colour and the insert colour is a custom mix blue with purple pearl.

Interior has been completely re-done in different colour, but the same pattern as original.

The previous owner claims that the engine was also reconditioned not long before the car was stripped down for restoration.
The engine now runs twin carbys and extracters and runs quite well.

Gearbox is standard 3 speed and diff ratio has been changed to 3.55:1 for easier cruising speed

The brakes have recently been overhauled, including new master & wheel cylinders.

The car sits on widened steel Torana wheels with like new tyres.

Has stereo & cd player hidden in the glovebox with an extra pair of removable box speakers mounted with velcro in the rear compartment

Fited with a rare "special" rocker cover with front mounted breather, and the very sought after grille badge.

"FC59FC" number plates included and the car has 11 months rego.

This isn't a show car and is not what I would consider perfect, But It's a neat and good looking car that runs really well & turns heads.

If you're interested in checking it out, the wagon is in South Western Sydney

After looking at othe cars on the market and speaking with several other car FE-FC Club members, I believe that my asking price of $14000 is a fair and reasonable figure for this vehicle.

I've also got a bunch of spares, including 2 grey motors and lots of assorted parts, that the buyer can get first option on, or I'll put them up for sale after the car sells.

If you have any questions, please send a pm or call me, Paul on 0410 429 904

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A slight error in the original post.
The email address above for Kerry is incorrect.
It should be kerry@kbassetsolutions.co.nz

Also, if anyone is keen, he can work out a best shipping rate through his shipping agent in NZ

Hope this helps,
Paul

This may be of intrest to someone.
A good Mate of mine has asked me to post this up for his friend in NewZealand who owns this FC. My mate has seen the car. He tells me that it is of a very high standard. It's being sold due to health reasons.
Here are the details he's sent to me,

"Year 1959 Holden FC Special , been in the family 42 years , was totally re built 10 years ago , Nominated car of the decade at two of the New Zealand nationals - Invercargill 2007 and Nelson 2009 , It has won numerous awards over the passed 10 years"

•   Plate: AQ2986
•   Effective date , October 19th 1959
•   Plate type: Standard
•   Engine no: L576275
•   Chassis: FC225.1432


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For any further details you can contact the owners son
Kerry Hammond
kerry@bassetsolutions.co.nz
M : 021 981558 P : +64 3 3836001
The car is located in Christchurch New Zealand

Hi Guys,
There is a possability that I won't be able to attend Motorfest.
I should know for sure by the next club meeting. If that's the case, my ticket will be up for grabs for whoever needs one.
Have a great Christmas
Paul

Sorry Muz, it's gone
Paul

No problem Gary, it's yours.
Paul

Complete diff housing from drum to drum with 3.55 centre.
Was removed from a HR that was running well before being written off.
I changed my wagon to the same raito diff with great results.
I was going to put this diff centre in my FC sedan to give it better highway speeds, but I've now sold the car and have no use for it.
$100
Located in South Western Sydney.

Cheers,
Paul

Hey nelgy,
We'll see you there at about 8 & 3/4 then.  ;D
Paul

Someone put me onto this auction the other day.
Some interesting stuff up for grabs that might interest someone.

http://www.completeauctions.com.au/auction_details.php?cat_id=60

Cheers,
Paul

Some people do some crazy things with the humble kombi van.  :o 8)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XvjVvFdMIY&NR

Geez, i was more worried about snakes in the long grass, but shotguns! :o
i bet he's sick of people asking about them, they do look inviting.
Paul

Some more shots
Sure, there are some usefull bits there, but i think it would be a real shame to strip them out. They looked great sitting up on that hill left to die.

Loved this 48's engine trans(plant)  ;D




The FC's id tag for those interested






There is some pretty old stuff lurking in there


My very tolerant Wife patiently waiting at the roadside while I "waste time looking at old pieces of junk" ::)  :D
Cheers,
Paul

I've got a standard ratio coarse spline centre out of an FC.
It was in good condition when I removed it to do a ratio change a couple of years ago. Has been cleaned up and stored packed with grease sinse.
I'm in the Campbelltown area. Send me a PM if interested
Cheers,
Paul

Here's some pics of a bunch of cool old wrecks that i came across on the weekend









Cheers,
Paul

I've been eagerly awaiting your photos Alex.
Great job!  8)
Paul

These were the Grand Champion Cars in each Class

Modified


Street


Stock


Bit of a clean sweep for the FE's  :o
Someone else can probably help out with the top 20, top 40, and all the other awards etc.
Cheers,
Paul

Nice one!

Here's some more pics,


Friday













Saturday














The race car and the original race car




How this FE didn't win any awards is beyond me  ???

It sounds a bit like one i've got.
Finned alloy cover, front mounted oil cap and the word Special down the middle.
The writing is i think written in the same style as the Special badge on an FJ.
Paul