Before the advent of intermediates and Pony cars, full-sizers were how America rolled. Hopping them up, despite their size, was part of car culture. I enjoyed these big cars years ago, and still do today – and that’s the reason I decided to review this 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible. It’s a looker and those with an interest will find it located in Cincinnati, Ohio where it’s available, here on Facebook Marketplace for $12,500 (it was $14,000). Thanks are due to Ted for this tip!

In the early sixties, the big cars all had performance options, models like Ford’s XL 500 (which became the XL), Chevrolet’s Impala SS, Pontiac’s 2+2, Plymouth’s Fury GT, and of course Chrylser’s famed letter cars. Our subject is a nicely equipped Galaxie 500, not a performance-oriented XL though the Galaxie could be mechanically configured from mild to wild (from 150 to 425 HP). And the wild part helps when you’re trying to move 213 inches of steel, iron, rubber, and glass, a full 4,200 lbs. of curb weight, at speed. This Candy Apple Red ragtop is one of 19K  knocked out by FoMoCo in ’67  and it still shows very nicely. Sadly, the listing tells us little to nothing so the few images will have to do the talkin’. The finish is deep and strong though the folding top is faded and has been patched in places. It does retract but one of the hydraulic cylinders is starting to leak. The chrome plating is a bit thin but still represents this Galaxie well. Holding up all four corners are Cragar S/S wheels and they certainly add some period correctness to this big rig.

There is a video of the engine (be sure to check it out) but no still image of the 390 CI V8 powerplant is provided. Originally, power would have been rated at either 270 or 315 gross HP, but the seller does state that a Holly EFI system is now handling the air/fuel equation. Other observations note an aluminum radiator and electric cooling fan. As is often the case, a Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission backs up the big FE engine. No word on how this Galaxie moves out.

The interior is typical Ford black vinyl bench seat faire and it still shows well. There’s no evidence of too much fun in the sun time and the entire environment really needs no attention. The plastic instrument panel is washed out and has lost its heat-stamped chrome highlights but it’s perfectly useable as is. As is frequently found in cars of this era, the steering wheel has suffered a split or two. A/C? Not here, as is often the case with sixties convertibles.

This Galaxie 500 seems to have a lot going for it, it’s unfortunate that the exterior images are so minimal while the interior images are more than is needed. And a few words about this car’s current condition, features, and past would be welcomed. The price has been reduced and while it may be due to initially being set too high, it could also be the listing too – it’s just not informative enough. That’s my two cents, what’s yours?