In their youth, the seller and his friend used to hit the road aboard this 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible, searching for fun and adventure. The friend passed a few years ago, with his widow handing the Galaxie to the seller. After years in hibernation, he has decided that it deserves a new home with someone willing and able to recapture its former glory. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the Galaxie listed here on Craigslist in Tenino, Washington. The seller’s price of $6,500 makes this an affordable project candidate.
Ford entered the 1965 model year with an entirely new Galaxie range. Its latest offering featured styling that was more bold and aggressive than its predecessor, with the stacked headlamps one of the most distinctive features. That generation of Galaxie remained in production until 1968, with this 500 Convertible being built in 1967. The seller and his friend enjoyed all that it offered, but it has spent a few years hibernating. Its Red paint shows its age, and the top is shredded. However, the panels are straight, the body is free from major problems, and the seller states that the rust is confined to the rear floors. They will require replacement, but I found it easy to locate reproduction pans for around $160 per side. The glass is good, except for the cracked windshield, and most of the trim should present acceptably following a polish.
The first step with this Galaxie’s interior will be to treat everything to a deep clean. Years in storage without a top to offer protection have left it exposed to dirt and dust, which may disguise a few shortcomings. The vehicle’s sales price represents affordability, and taking the time and effort to perform a spring clean will allow the new owner to replace only what is necessary to bring the inside of this classic back to its best without spending a fortune. It is also possible that this strategy and a set of slipcovers to disguise the front seatcover damage may be all that is required to achieve satisfactory presentation.
Powering this Galaxie is a 289ci V8, which the first owner teamed with a three-speed automatic transmission and power steering. Ford’s 1967 Galaxie Sales Brochure identifies this as the entry-level V8 producing 200hp. That isn’t a lot of power, but this isn’t a muscle car. However, it should easily be enough to allow this Convertible to prowl the streets or cruise freeways effortlessly. The seller confirms that they haven’t attempted a mechanical revival, and it appears that the front brakes are locked. Therefore, the buyer will need to bring a trailer to get this classic home.
The history of this 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible adds nothing to its potential value, but it demonstrates my belief that classic cars deserve to be driven and enjoyed. It has experienced that type of life, with two friends reveling in the joy it provided. The Galaxie has fallen upon hard times, but it is far from a lost cause. It deserves to return to its rightful place on our roads so that a new generation of enthusiasts can enjoy the classic motoring experience. Are you up for that challenge?
These Big Fords were nice driving and attractive cars. I had a coupe years ago and loved it. Mine was equipped with the 390 ci. power plant, I can’t help but think the 289 would be seriously underpowered. This car has obviously seen years of neglect and will need some serious work. I’d put its current value at under $3k, just my opinion for what it’s worth.
I too like these big coupes and convertibles. The 289 may not be a barn burner but would lend itself to performance add ons and would get better mileage than a big block. Too far away and beyond my body working skills.
love this style ford. if were a 390 or bigger it would be more desirable. needs a lot of love that said i think 3k would be fair and there are the title issues as well
Had one in yellow just like this. It was a great car, they never seem to attract high prices. Check the torque boxes and rails.
great style, esp stacked hdlghts, 1 piece stamped grill. Straight lines. Vert just adds to the overall pic. Lill big @119 inch WB for me.
Personally, I like the FSB. Might goa 351 & AOD (or wcT5) if mine for more’n a day (but this 1 can take the FE 352 – 428 OEM). Never worked on the hydraulics/ele and frame ofa vert but would like a go on this if needing tune-up. At my age it would be just PT or “at a friends” as I have my last project in hand.
Needs a 390.
We had a red 67 Galaxie 500 that Dad (USAF) bought in San Rafael CA when he was being reassigned to Washington DC in June 1968. It was a four door with a 289. We drove it across the Mojave Desert and the Painted Desert on US Rt 66 with the 4/70 AC on full blast. Four windows down, 70 mph. We had a Hirsch Weiss canvas water bag hanging from a door handle in case the car overheated. We drove that car from DC to Illinois several times, and it went with us when Dad was transferred to Germany in 1970. After four years of driving all over western Europe, Dad sold it to a Turk who wanted it to make a taxi cab out of it. The only issue we ever had was the automatic choke failed when the car was warm. As a ten year old, I learned to take the air cleaner off, lean over the fan blade and hold the choke open while the old man started the car. Great car.