Ford’s Galaxie gained a fastback body style as a 1963.5 model addition, with improved aerodynamics in mind for the popular NASCAR racing series. By 1968, Ford’s mid-sized Torino saw most of the oval-track action, but the full-sized fastback Galaxie continued. This 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 in Winston, Montana began life with the stout 390 cid (6.4L) V8. Some 12 years ago the Galaxie came into the stable of a Ford lover who replaced the 390 with a 428 cid (7.0L) mill from a GT500 Mustang, complete with dual quad induction. Now, this nice-looking well-sorted classic can be yours with a high bid here on eBay. At least 18 bidders have tossed their hat in the ring, raising the market value of this hopped-up Galaxie beyond $10,000. Perhaps bidding will reach the value of the engine before the sale ends. Thanks to reader SteveW for spotting this sweet Galaxie.
This 1967 428 engine’s 400 HP surpasses the original thrust and includes a mixture of correct 1967 and newer parts such as twin Holley 1850 carburetors. While Ford offered a 428 in the ’68 Galaxie, no one will expect this Shelby-spec powerplant until you pop the hood.
The two-family car was undercoated when new and sheltered from winter driving and the elements. The mostly original paint retains a good shine, and the seller graciously points out several imperfections and areas of prior repair. Original steel wheels come with the sale if you prefer the sleeper look. The current owner replaced the stock 2.75 rear end gears with 3.25s to get the big Galaxie moving off the line while maintaining decent highway RPM.
New seat upholstery complements a mostly original interior. Check out the YouTube video that includes a walk-around and demonstrates the car’s startup. The smooth 428 fires up instantly, sounding muscular but not too loud. The original three-speed automatic handles gear selection. Other sellers could take notes from the well-written listing for this Galaxie. If care in crafting a description of a car for sale indicates care for the car itself, you can bid with confidence. Would you change anything on this high-powered Galaxie?
What’s not to like! All I can say if you stand on it and open all 8 barrels be sure to have small pets/ children at a safe distance so they don’t get sucked up into the Intake. The only thing I would want if I were to own would be enhanced handling and brakes to match the performance. Maybe some bucket seats since I like to drive in the country on twisty back roads. Really nice car should bring the owner good money.
Agreed, Alphasud; this magnificent beast needs a much better braking system, those manual brakes just won’t cut it in an emergency situation. I love everything about this car, it’s a real beauty with impressive get-up-and-go. Bidding is at $20k as I write this and worth every penny in my mind. Who needs a Shelby when you could have this for a lot less money? This is the kind of car that I’d love to have but the frustrating lack of funds just make me want to go out and kick the neighbor’s noisy dog in the ass.
I’d be curious to know if the Shelby the engine is from still exists…
In any case, a cool, interesting, and unusual car.
The story about the engine is inaccurate at best. The engine builder sold parts, they never had a machine shop and didn’t build engines. The “Cobra” valve covers and air cleaner are available brand new to this day. It’s a nice car, with a compelling story designed to drive up the price. Buyer beware.
Steve R
Steve R, their machine shop was next door. The family and their businesses had a great reputation and built many record holding race cars and engines over the years. Great looking Galaxy and any verifiable connection to the Hubbard clan in the engine build is a positive IMHO. I see no reason to doubt the sellers integrity based solely on the ad.
JCS, I worked for the store for 15 years, it’s a common misperception that the two were in business together, but they weren’t. The machine shop was a separate business owned by relatives of the person the store was named after. The store was named after the person that initially financed the inventory and opening expenses, but otherwise was not involved. The owners of the store and machine shop were friends and sent business to one another, but that’s the extent of their involvement. When the store moved to a larger location in the mid-70’s the amount of business between the two eventually diminished to almost nothing since the store didn’t have the type of inventory a machine shops relied on.
On a side note, I can’t tell you how many times “customers” would come into the store asking if Vic was there, stating they were long time friends or customers. The actual owner always got a laugh out of that because he knew they were angling for free or heavily discounted parts.
Steve R
I just watched the YouTube video. All I can say is; dang!
119″ wheelbase, 69 galaxies would grow 2″ to 121. Get rid of the inboard lamps and put cold air induction tubes, like a 64 thunderbolt.good for a few ponies.
My folks had a 67 Mercury SW with a 390 v8 with a 3 speed automatic. That transmission was not built for acceleration or speed, it was a commuter transmission at best IMO. I know, I drove it hard when I was 16 and got my first speeding ticket in it. That being said, this is a sweet ride!
There is no such thing as a 400hp 428 “Shelby” engine. The 428 out of a 67 GT 500 is a POS. I should know, I had the misfortune of owning one brand new.
New site name: OFN….. you can guess what it means. Pretty entertaining commentary to read with coffee
I’d change the exhaust tips back towards factory original, with everything hidden, except for the slight downward tips, barely visible.
Agreed. Nothing I can’t stand more than those straight tail pipes that show the last 3 feet of exposed exhaust.
That’s one very desirable piece of kit. Looks, and sounds great.
I would put power brakes on that to slow that big boy down!
Please correct me if I’m wrong, but, I was under the impression that all cars, GM, Ford, Mopar and AMC had the ignition on the steering column with a locking steering wheel. I noticed in the photo the ignition is still on the dash in this ’68 Ford.
At least it’s on the right side, instead of the left hand ignition of 1967.
I believe 1969 was the year that locking steering columns crossed all lines of production.
For Ford cars 1970 was the first year that the ignition switch moved to the steering column. It would 1980 before the Ford pick up trucks moved the ignition to the steering column.
Having a dash mounted ignition in my 68 El Camino, I would concur.
I believe you’re right, AAAZDAD. Now that I think about it, my aunt’s ’68 Cadillac ignition was still on the dash. 1968 was the introduction of parking lights staying on with the headlights and side marker lights.
Thanks, AAAZDAD
Thanks, CAT, I didn’t know that. Interesting detail.