George Miller’s vision of a world on the cusp of total wipeout was a worldwide smash in 1979 and Mad Max has continued to captivate and wow with its insane stunts and anarchic sensibility. But do you know what car Max drives? Or where the movie was filmed? Well, wonder no more with our five facts to know about Mad Max… MAX’S WHEELS The black-on-black V8 Interceptor is arguably the most famous car in screen history. A 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon (exclusive to the Australian market) was repainted and modified by Murray Smith and the production team, as Miller wanted an “evil-looking, Australian car” for his crazed anti-hero to drive. After filming ended, the car toured shopping malls and car shows around Victoria – as part of the film’s promotion – and was put up for sale. Strangely, nobody bought it, allowing Miller to wheel it out for