The Ford Econoline was first introduced in 1961, and is still available today. This is a model from the first generation, built from 1961-67 Based on the Falcon, these first generation Econolines were available in Cargo Van, Passenger Van and Pickup. The body styling borrowed heavily from the UK-produced Thames 400E which had been in production since 1957, it had a flat nose with the engine between and behind the front seats.