Ford Fairmont Wagon

Prototype Information

Ford launched the Fairmont wagon in 1978 as a practical family car. It used the new, lightweight Fox platform to save fuel. This wagon featured a boxy shape that created nearly 80 cubic feet of cargo space. Ford offered several engines, ranging from a small four-cylinder to a 302 V8. The premium Fairmont Squire model included classic woodgrain siding on the doors.

The Fairmont wagon acted as a bridge to the minivan era. Families loved its simple parts and huge interior. The car became an instant sales success. Ford updated the look with quad headlights in 1981. They eventually moved the wagon body into the Granada line for 1982. Ford stopped making the Fairmont wagon in 1983 to focus on the new Tempo. Today, car builders use these wagons for “sleeper” projects because they share many parts with the Mustang.