Enter the XA Ford Falcon GS Hardtop, finished in its original Cosmic Blue paint and looking every bit the stunner it was back in the day. It’s not every day you find one in this condition—minimal rust, original Parchment trim still intact, and a sweet-running factory 302 V8 under the hood. Aside from a set of extractors and a 3-inch exhaust for that signature rumble, it’s largely untouched. Just the way Gino likes it.

But what makes this coupe really stand out is its story. This car’s done the hard yards—literally. It once toured the Aussie countryside towing a caravan, before ending up in a second-hand yard where it was picked up for next to nothing. Then it spent years tucked away on a farm, rarely driven but lovingly stored. Now it’s landed in the hands of someone who truly understands its value—not just in dollars, but in history and heart.

While Gino’s got a few tweaks in mind, he’s made the call to leave this one as-is for now. No full resto, no wild mods. He’s keeping it as a saviour car—a time capsule of Aussie muscle, preserved for the next generation.

Oh, and just when you thought he was slowing down… think again. Gino’s just picked up an ultra-rare XA Ford GT, which we’ll be revealing in an upcoming episode. You won’t want to miss that one!

Hit the video to hear the full yarn straight from Gino himself, and make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what he does next. You know as well as we do—he might just sell it tomorrow!

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Under the hood, Tahlia’s Hardtop boasts a powerful 351 Cleveland V8 that has been stroked to a 393, paired with an automatic gearbox and a sturdy 9-inch diff. The car sits on big Simmons wheels, adding to its aggressive stance, although all the original parts are safely stored at home for a potential restoration to factory specs if desired.

Tahlia is passionate about getting the Hardtop out and about, attending as many car shows as possible to showcase this classic beauty. She has plans for some upgrades to keep the car in prime condition, including a fresh coat of paint and tidying up the engine bay, along with a few other minor enhancements for presentation purposes.

Adding a unique touch to her car show display, Tahlia purchased one of the John Goss Special surfboards available from our Aussie Garage website, which perfectly complements her Hardtop.

This brief interview is just a teaser, as we’ll be catching up with Tahlia and her sister soon. Her sister also shares the family’s love for cars, owning a stunning blown XB Ford Falcon Hardtop in silver. We’ll dive deeper into their stories, the family’s car passion, and more details about their impressive vehicles.

Stay tuned for the full story and a closer look at these extraordinary Ford Hardtops. A big thank you to Tahlia for sharing her beautiful XB Falcon John Goss Special Hardtop with us—what a classic!

Keep an eye out for the upcoming feature on Tahlia and her sister’s incredible car collection, right here on Aussie Garage!

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