Ford’s Galaxie model debuted in 1959 in time to do battle with Chevrolet’s new Impala. And it would be a FOMOCO staple until 1974. One of the best-looking iterations was the 1963 model year, which included nearly 30,000 Galaxie 500 convertibles like this one. It’s a driver-quality drop-top with some upgrades (like 4-wheel disc brakes), but it needs a new top. Located in Seattle, Washington, this V8-powered Ford is listed here on craigslist for $17,500. Here’s another tip from Barn Finder “Curvette.”
The big Fords were redesigned in 1960, and tailfins would finally be gone by 1962. The 1963 versions of the full-size cars were a styling evolution of the ‘62s, back in the day when appearances were upgraded almost annually. New in ’63 (mid-year) was the 289 cubic inch V8, replacing the 260. That’s what’s in the seller’s car along with a “3-on-the-tree” manual transmission.
This is said to be a good-running car that’s stock with a 2-barrel carburetor, making for a fairly economical gas sipper by the standards of the day. The car looks like it’s been lowered, but it hasn’t, due to wider wheels added fore and aft, keeping Ford’s “poverty” hub caps. Everything works as it should, except for the clock.
The body and paint appear to be okay, but the upholstery needs some attention, and the canvas top has run its course (but it’s okay as long as it doesn’t rain). Though it’s out west now, it came from Ohio two years ago and has been in the garage during that time. A tune-up may be needed along with some tinkering with the carburetor (though that was done three years ago). If you’re looking for one of these Fords that isn’t a rust bucket, could this Galaxie lift your spirits?
it looks as though the engine has been worked on. I had a 63 and the 289s were white and black, not blue and they were only a five bolt bell housing.