1977 FORD FALCON XC UTE

So, given around $30k to spend, what would you rather have – a brand new ute that’s probably got all the whistles and bells, or something that’s over 40 years old? A no-brainer, isn’t it. Something like this XC will handle a reasonable amount of work and will still be worth something, years down the track if or when you get tired of it. A V8 manual sounds pretty good to us. It will be thirsty, but other running costs will be minimal and they’re a dead easy thing to look after. While the sedans are getting pricey, nice utes can still be found for halfway sensible money.