Ford (a subsidiary of the American (USA) Ford) was founded in Geelong, Victoria in 1925 and ceased production in 2016. The first Fords were Model T and imported from Ford Canada as Complete Knock Downs (CKD) and assembled in Australia. Ford models available in Australia were either imported, else assembled or made in Australia.
Australian Ford models include - Model T; Capri 1969–1972; Escort 1970-1975; Capri 1989–1994; Cortina 1964–1982; Customline 1955–1959; Fairlane 1967–2007; Fairmont 1977-1983: Falcon 1960–2016; Limited Editions 1972-2007; Bronco 1981-1987; Festiva 1991–2000; Ford Taurus 1996-1998; Fiesta 2004–2016; Galaxie 1964–1972; Laser 1981–2002; Meteor 1981–1987; Mondeo 1995–2000; Mondeo 2007–2020; Mustang 1964-2016; Ranger 2011-2016; Telstar 1982–1994; Territory 2004–2016; Transit 1965-2016; Zephyr 1951–1962. Also Ford made some tractors (in Queensland) and armored vehicles. See separate posts for models in bold.
Also part of the Ivan Hoffmann Collection, but
not appearing here are copies of articles; photos; All model catalogues August 1977 & 1979; Fun and Fancy about the Ford (booklet); 2000 All Ford Day program; Advertisements.
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| 1 November 1924 The Australian Motorist |
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| January 1930 Progress page 1 |
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| January 1930 Progress page 2-3 |
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15 November 1931 The Australian Fordoner page 1
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| 15 November 1931 The Australian Fordoner page 2 |
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| Restored Cars #100 page 1 |
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| Restored Cars #100 page 2 |
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