ZK / FD Ford Fairlane Spotters Guide

1982–1984 (Third generation)

The ZK series of 1982 saw the deletion of the 5.8 L V8, which was the first warning the company would soon drop bent-eights from the local line-up. Minor changes were made to grille and tail lights but otherwise the external changes were negligible. In 1983 the 4.9 L V8 was deleted too, with Ford introducing a fuel-injected version of the six to take its place, claiming the new engine had a greater power output than the eight.

The LTD FC series was updated to and designated FD in March 1982 with the V8 engine option deleted the following year.