Ford Australia forms joint partnership with Rare Spares

Ford Australia and Rare Spares have announced a landmark partnership to supply a range of officially licensed Ford restoration parts for older model cars.

Under the new program, called ‘Ford Restoration Parts by Rare Spares’, Ford will supply Rare Spares with access to original Ford tooling to manufacture and sell officially licensed restoration parts in Australia, stretching from the company’s first Ford Falcon, the 1960 XK, through to the 1984 XF.

Bob Graziano, president and chief executive of Ford Australia, says the company is excited to help keep iconic Ford vehicles on the road.

“Ford has a very iconic place in the history of Australian culture, and under this new agreement, Rare Spares are able to help enthusiasts restore their classic vehicles to their former glory and continue to pay tribute to Ford Australia’s heritage,” Graziano says.

Included in the deal are Ford badges, decals, wheel caps and trims, window, door and boot seal rubbers, engine and cooling components, electrical components, lamps and lenses.

“This is an exciting opportunity for Rare Spares to further cement our position in Australasia as the leading supplier of Ford restoration parts,” says David Rayner, Rare Spares general manager.

“Both Ford Australia and Rare Spares recognise the importance of keeping the heritage of Ford products alive.

“We are very excited to work with Ford’s engineers and sales staff to continue helping Ford enthusiasts live their dreams of owning and restoring classic Fords.”

Ford’s general manager of customer service, Stephen Kruk, says Ford enthusiasts were passionate about their vehicles and maintaining them in good condition.

“This alliance provides some peace of mind for both our enthusiasts and general Ford customers seeking authentic parts for their vehicles,” says Kruk.

“Classic Ford vehicles are becoming rarer and in some cases, parts are becoming more difficult to find, so this program is a welcome move.”

Rare Spares are the only official license holder for Ford restoration parts in the Southern Hemisphere.

Rare Spares Ford Restoration Parts will be available in all Rare Spares distributor stores across Australia and New Zealand, and on the Rare Spares online store.